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　　Efficiency Maine Trust Program Specialist Page 1

　　Efficiency Maine Trust

　　POSITION DESCRIPTION

　　TITLE:

　　REPORTS TO:

　　DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:

　　PROGRAM SPECIALIST

　　DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

　　OPEN UNTIL FILLED

　　(Check www.efficiencymaine.com/opportunities/ for status updates)

　　ABOUT THE EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST

　　The Efficiency Maine Trust (Efficiency Maine or the Trust) is theadministrator for programs to improve the efficiency of

　　energy use and reduce greenhouse gases in Maine. Efficiency Maine servesall sectors and all regions of the state. Its suite of

　　programs provides consumer information and financial incentives for thepurchase of high-efficiency, clean-energy products.

　　Key elements of the Maine Climate Councils climate action plan areimplemented by Efficiency Maine. The Trust is an

　　independent, quasi-state agency. More information on Efficiency Mainecan be found at efficiencymaine.com.

　　GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

　　The Program Specialist is a junior staff position that supports allaspects of delivering the Trusts portfolio of energy

　　conservation programs. Example tasks include:

　　Develop educational content related to Efficiency Maine programs forprint and web;

　　Develop and update training materials;

　　Compile and report data on completed projects;

　　Research new and emerging technologies and the efficiency programs ofother states;

　　Shadow vendors in the field, gaining first-hand experience how cleanenergy and energy efficiency programs are

　　implemented;

　　Collaborate with trade allies, industry groups, community organizations,and state agencies;

　　Prepare materials for and set-up and exhibit at events;

　　Present to various stakeholders;

　　Help respond to media inquiries;

　　Assist with contract administration; and

　　Develop marketing campaigns and testimonial pieces.

　　This position has professional development opportunities that providetraining and experience necessary to become a

　　program manager. Good communication, research and computer skills are amust. Experience with project management

　　and an interest in energy and Efficiency Maines mission are helpful.This position contributes to a dynamic, fast-paced,

　　mission-driven work environment.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are notlimited to)

　　1. Project Management: Assist with planning, implementation andreporting of Efficiency Maine programs. This

　　responsibility includes managing implementation by sub-contractors.

　　2. Marketing: Prepare or review market research about Maines energycustomers and energy equipment; participate

　　in the development of outreach materials, including web pages, copy foradvertisements, brochures, fact sheets,

　　forms, PowerPoint presentations, radio and video public serviceannouncements, etc. Make presentations to

　　contractor associations, consumer groups, and community organizations todrive demand for energy efficiency

　　programs.

　　3. Research, Analysis and Presentations: Prepare and deliver analysisand recommendations regarding proposed energy

　　conservation measures or projects, program strategies, or pastperformance. Collect, analyze, and/or present

　　information for the Trust Board, Public Utilities Commission, MaineLegislature, ISO-New England, program

　　evaluation contractors, energy efficiency industry organizations, andother entities. Assist in the preparation of the

　　Trusts publications and presentations including the Annual Report,Triennial Plan, Annual Updates to the Triennial

　　Plan; develop graphs and charts.

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　　SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Position currently has no supervisory responsibilities over ot hermembers of the Trust staff.

　　POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

　　Education Bachelors degree required.

　　Experience Preference for candidates demonstrating experience: Workingin an office; Collaborating as part of a

　　team; Project management, such as developing a plan, proposing the planfor approval, organizing and

　　implementing the plan, providing status reports, analyzing and reportingon the results; Using project planning and

　　management software; Using spreadsheets and databases; Planning andrunning meetings; Making cold calls by

　　email, phone, and in person.

　　Skills Required

　　1. Teamwork Ability to foster teamwork, establish and maintain positiveworking relationships with others,