California Energy Commission · 2 days ago
Standards Tools Technical Specialist
California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$8,983/mo - $11,115/moCalifornia Energy Commission is a state agency focused on energy efficiency and building standards. They are seeking a Standards Tools Technical Specialist to support the development and maintenance of the California Building Energy Code Compliance software and represent the agency in various forums.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyEnergy Management
Hiring Manager
Jennifer (Jenn) Atwood
Responsibilities
Develop, enhance, and maintain the CBECC software and related compliance tools
Provide technical and analytical expertise related to California’s Building Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6)
Represent the California Energy Commission in interagency, professional, and public forums
Serve as a technical and policy resource on energy efficiency, building decarbonization, and emerging technologies
Coordinate and collaborate with state, federal, and local agencies, contractors, and stakeholders
Lead or coordinate multidisciplinary teams on complex projects
Analyze technical data, research findings, and policy impacts to support planning and decision-making
Prepare and present complex technical information for diverse audiences, including Commission leadership and the public
Ensure compliance with applicable administrative policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Under the direction of the Program and Project Supervisor, the Energy Efficiency & Building Standards Software Specialist independently performs advanced technical and analytical work supporting the development, enhancement, and maintenance of the California Building Energy Code Compliance (CBECC) software and related tools, including compliance forms
The Building Standards Branch is responsible for developing and maintaining California's mandatory Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6), along with the CBECC software and supporting tools that enable statewide compliance
In this role, you will also represent the Efficiency Division and the California Energy Commission before state, federal, and local agencies, as well as professional, governmental, and industry organizations that influence California's energy policies
You will serve as a subject-matter resource on policy, technology, market, and strategic issues, and play a key role in collaboration and coordination with public agencies, stakeholders, and the public
Develop, enhance, and maintain the CBECC software and related compliance tools
Provide technical and analytical expertise related to California's Building Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6)
Represent the California Energy Commission in interagency, professional, and public forums
Serve as a technical and policy resource on energy efficiency, building decarbonization, and emerging technologies
Coordinate and collaborate with state, federal, and local agencies, contractors, and stakeholders
Lead or coordinate multidisciplinary teams on complex projects
Analyze technical data, research findings, and policy impacts to support planning and decision-making
Prepare and present complex technical information for diverse audiences, including Commission leadership and the public
Ensure compliance with applicable administrative policies and procedures
Preferred
Knowledge of energy efficiency, building decarbonization, and related technical or policy issues, including state, national, and local energy policies
Extensive experience with whole-building energy simulation programs and California Building Energy Code Compliance (CBECC) software for single-family, nonresidential, and multifamily buildings
Expert knowledge of building systems and the ability to evaluate emerging technologies for inclusion in the Energy Code
Experience leading or coordinating multidisciplinary teams across agencies and contractors
Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate alternatives and make informed recommendations
Demonstrated ability to draft, review, analyze, and summarize complex technical information for both technical and non-technical audiences
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and ensuring procedural compliance
Benefits
Hybrid telework option available within the state of California.
Work for a diverse state agency with a meaningful mission.
Company
California Energy Commission
The California Energy Commission is the state's primary energy policy and planning agency. Created by the Legislature in 1974 and located
Founded in 1974
501-1000 employees
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