Outreach Specialist- Collinsville, IL
Posted: August 31, 2023
Company: Walker-Miller Energy Services
Employer Type: Other
Position Type: Full Time
Job Type: Community Outreach
Experience Level: Mid Level
Certification Required: Other
Education Required: Bachelors
City: COLLINSVILLE-MADISON
County: MADISON
Salary Range: $55000-$65000
Walker-Miller Energy Services is a 23-year-old Detroit-based, core-values driven company committed to changing lives through energy efficiency. We create and manage customized energy waste reduction programs that help electric and gas utilities meet mandated energy savings goals.
Our experience driven philosophy of energy efficiency as economic development helps families and businesses save energy and save money. Through innovative, inclusive initiatives, we help build communities by creating local jobs, producing equitable energy savings for all rate payers, and spurring the growth of diverse local businesses.
Our operating philosophy is reflected in our core values. We refer to them as BEHIVE.
B - Boldly Go
E- Embrace Equity
H - Humble Confidence
I - Inclusive Stewardship
V - Value Reputation
E - Extraordinary Experience
Position Summary
We provide our utility clients with a wide range of energy-saving and renewable energy solutions. From individual utility customers and construction contractors, to utilities, municipalities, and government bodies, our clients have come to depend on our customized energy efficiency programs to help them to meet their energy saving goals.
The Trade Ally Outreach Specialist is primarily responsible for deepening awareness of and participation in the program suite including identifying and developing relationships with utility trade allies, contractors, groups, networks and directly organizing and attending meetings and events. This role will also be responsible for preparing and presenting presentations informing the trade allies of the various energy waste reduction and electrification programs that the utility offers.
We provide our utility clients with a wide range of energy-saving and renewable energy solutions. From individual utility customers and construction contractors, to utilities, municipalities, and government bodies, our clients have come to depend on our customized energy efficiency programs to help them to meet their energy saving goals.
The Trade Ally Outreach Specialist is primarily responsible for deepening awareness of and participation in the program suite including identifying and developing relationships with utility trade allies, contractors, groups, networks and directly organizing and attending meetings and events. This role will also be responsible for preparing and presenting presentations informing the trade allies of the various energy waste reduction and electrification programs that the utility offers.
Position Duties and Responsibilities: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- Embrace and operate within our core values.
Basic Qualifications
- Identify and develop relationships with utility trade allies, contractors, organizations, groups, and networks across program territory who may be interested in electrification efforts
- Create and staff direct-to-customers outreach opportunities including meetings of varied size and scope, including presentations and events
- Assist program management and Marketing/Creative team in development of communication materials for assigned programs. These may include case studies, invitations, program descriptions and presentations.
- Collaborate with local partner organizations to share program updates and cross-promote resources
- Assist Marketing team as directed with participation in larger trade show and seminar events
- Manage event coordination from initiation to follow-up including tracking promotion, RSVP's, securing venues, coordinating room preparation, and food service
- Track results of outreach efforts in Salesforce and report these to management
- Create and modify documents using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint for uploading to SharePoint
Desired Skills
- Booth Design and Setup
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Must be able to handle a wide variety of work in a fast-paced environment
- Must be detail-oriented, organized, a self-starter and have the ability to prioritize workload
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint and Outlook
- Strong data entry skills when entering information in tracking systems/databases
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with customers, clients, and employees
- 4-year college degree or equivalent experience
- 1-2 years of experience in marketing, community organizing, or event coordinating
- 1-2 years of experience in the areas of beneficial electrification, energy efficiency, or clean energy initiatives.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Travel Requirements
- Willingness to travel up 70% of the time, including some evenings/weekends
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Required to sit and or stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
- Noise level is typically moderate
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position
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