ENERGY ANALYST

Energy Analyst

Arizona State University

Campus: Tempe

64059BR

Job Description

Facilities Development and Management, Energy Innovations, is seeking an Energy Analyst. This position, in coordination with other ASU staff and with minimal direction and oversight, will monitor energy use as to areas assigned and assists Energy Innovations team members in developing, implementing and assessing plans for optimizing energy use and reducing greenhouse gas emissions on campus in order to achieve goals and objectives established by the Department and University Leadership.

Salary Range

To be determined

Close Date

20-November-2020

Essential Duties

• Provide support in monitoring University energy use, by campus, and on a building-by-building basis.
• For areas assigned, identify potential energy savings and greenhouse gas reduction projects/strategies, and evaluate such projects/strategies in terms of feasibility and satisfaction of designated criteria.
• As assigned, coordinate meter installation and other equipment necessary for proper monitoring, measurement and evaluation.
• Work with other departments in planning and developing energy related projects and coordinating the implementation of such projects.
• Document the University’s energy use, coordinating with energy-using parties so as to understand their energy usage.
• As directed by Energy Innovations management, assist other Energy Innovations department staff or Facilities Development and Management personnel with respect to energy related or carbon reduction projects and reports.
• Perform energy evaluations and verification analyses, energy accounting, and life cycle costing to ensure operational goals and objectives are being met.
• As assigned, track and document energy and cost savings and greenhouse reductions associated with projects.
• As assigned, work with Purchasing or others to develop procurement documents and shepherd and negotiate energy related agreements to achieve low-cost/high quality services, goods and energy delivery.
• Review, analyze, and organize energy related contracts as assigned.
• Recommend programs and strategies designed to change behavior for ASU community resulting in less energy use.
• As directed, compile, maintain, and file energy reports, and other documents as may be required.
• As assigned, oversee the use of outside consultants to assist in achieving short and long-term energy optimization and greenhouse gas reduction goals and objectives.
• Assist with presentations (and presents as needed) to the public and targeted groups regarding energy and climate neutrality issues.
• As directed, research and report on regulatory and policy issues related to energy or climate change.
• As directed, produce documents, including reports and data analysis to inform policy makers, legal, students, staff, faculty, management and others about energy resource issues.
• Assist as needed in analyzing and verifying energy bills and invoices.
• Prepare load forecasts and recommendations related to energy resource requirements, acquisitions and development as directed.
• Serve on various department and University committees.
• Operate a motor vehicle requiring a standard Arizona Drivers License to attend meetings, conferences, or visit multiple campuses.
• Perform other tasks as may be directed by the Director of Energy Innovations.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE:  Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or closely related field and two (2) years of related energy management experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved. Employee must possess a valid US Drivers license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Desired Qualifications

Evidence of:

• Masters Degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering; or, Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation and four (4) years of facilities/plant or energy resource management experience; or, Other degrees relating to procurement, law or energy/climate policy.

Experience:

• Formatting, organizing and analyzing “big data” (2 or more years)
• Analyzing and interpreting energy related contracts (2 or more years)

Working Environment

• Climbing stairs, ladders and scaffolding, and working at heights above thirty (30) feet.
• Performing tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, prolonged standing, and walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus.
• Working in confined spaces.
• Working within extreme temperature ranges.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.
• Occasional use of tools and machinery required by the position.
• Certain activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Clearly communicate to perform essential functions of the job.

Department Statement

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package at very competitive rates to enhance the total compensation of its faculty and staff. This package includes low-cost health and life benefits to insure you and your family, a wellness program for preventative health education and screenings, a disability and leaves program for income protection, employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services, reduced tuition for you and your dependents, disability resources for Americans with Disabilities (ADA), a retirement program with a variety of retiree benefits to ensure your financial security at the end of your career, paid vacation and holidays – and more. 

ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a significant part of your overall total compensation – and ASU pays for most of it when you are a benefits-eligible employee.   https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator

For more reasons to join ASU, please visit: https://cfo.asu.edu/why-work-asu

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the University Services Building, 1551 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ (on Rural Road south of Apache Blvd).

Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test.

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 80,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit www.asu.edu/tobaccofree

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

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ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

Work reference history information for 3 current and/or former supervisors will be requested at time of interview.  

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

To apply please go to www.asu.edu/asujobs/ see Req Id# 64059BR or go directly to: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25620&siteid=5494&jobid=4129056#jobDetails=4129056_5494