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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
05/15/26
Division:
Facilities Management Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description:
The Building Decarbonization Specialist willbe responsible forleading research and development of decarbonization policy for the built environment within the county. This position will serve as the primary liaison between staff and the Denver Regional Council of Government’s Building Policy Collaborative (BPC) to advise on advanced building decarbonization policy governing both commercial and residential buildings and support implementation of the countywide Climate Action Plan.
This positionoperateson a Hybrid schedule Monday- Thursday, 40 hours a week. This role is grant funded with an expected end date of September30 of 2029
Hiring Range: $69,405.42–$83,520.17USD Annually
Compensation will bedeterminedbased on education,experienceand skills.
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, includinga starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, clickherefor our Total Rewards summary.
Researches, analyzes, and recommends building decarbonization policy for the county to increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from residential and commercial buildings. Example policies include commercial benchmarking and performance policies and residential home energy transparency policies.
Provides education and communication surrounding building decarbonization policy, building energy efficiency, beneficial electrification, and emissions to county staff and the public.
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Experience:Threeyearswork relatedexperience
Education:BachelorsDegree
*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Preferred knowledge,skillsand abilities:
Experience with building electrification, energy efficiency, decarbonization strategies, and low-carbon design/construction and buildings systems.
Additional Job Information:
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.
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Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum three years
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