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Would you like to be the change you want to see in the world? Do you
want to be a part of the solution to climate change? Are you motivated
to help households and small businesses within your community lower
their energy burden while also making their homes cleaner, greener, and
healthier? If you believe in education and empowering individuals to
make informed decisions, you might be a great Energy Advisor! Apply to
join our team of Energy Advisors working with individuals and small
businesses in the Mid-Hudson Region to help make a difference in their
lives while also moving the region towards an equitable, clean energy
economy. Success in these positions comes in many forms. Therefore, we
encourage individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experience to
apply even if you do not see yourself in every qualification listed
below.
As a member of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess
County (CCEDC) Energy Program team, this position will serve as a County
Community Energy Advisor and will be part of the team managing the
NYSERDA-funded, Mid-Hudson Regional Clean Energy Hub. The County
Community Energy Advisor will lead County level programing efforts
focused on NYS energy efficiency and clean energy education programs in
the Mid-Hudson Region, specifically in Putnam County with support in
Orange, Dutchess, Rockland and Ulster Counties. This position is also
responsible for working as a team member and provide input to
his/her/their supervisor and fellow regional team members on
implementation and evaluation of these energy programs throughout the
Mid-Hudson region. This position, alongside other Energy Team members,
will provide direction, organization, coordination, and management of
programs that work to inform residents, multifamily building owners, and
small businesses, with an emphasis in low-to-moderate income and
priority communities, of the options for adopting clean energy
strategies in their homes and businesses.
This position will work
under the direction and supervision of the Energy Program Leader, with
additional support and leadership from senior members of the regional
Energy team. Work includes establishing and maintaining relationships
and working with community partners and local stakeholders to lend
energy efficiency and clean energy programs addressing energy
insecurity. This position will implement programs that deliver
information and provide education in a wide variety of settings,
including, but not limited to: outreach at community events; presenting
before large audiences; connecting with audiences and stakeholders via
one-on-one phone calls; following up with leads/clients to provide
additional information; assisting leads/clients with navigating every
step of applying for relevant energy efficiency and clean energy
programs available to them; helping troubleshoot obstacles to adopting
clean energy strategies; coordinating with local energy contractors in
providing accurate information on the programs, etc. This position will
work with community groups, energy contractors, supervisor and other
team members to coordinate, manage and implement engaging educational
programs, including assisting with training, engaging or coordinating
the work of volunteers and interns in program delivery. This position
will also serve as a subject matter resource and carry out
administrative tasks that support the educational program and fulfill
funding requirements.
This position is an employee of
Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County with a primary work
location based at Cornell Cooperative Extension Putnam County, 1 Geneva
Road, Brewster, NY 10509.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Please be sure to read the Notice to Applicants found on the Jobs with CCE page:
https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs
How To Apply: Applicants (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) must apply online through the APPLY button in this job posting. Current employees of Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County are considered internal applicants and must apply online through their Workday account which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/. For details on how to apply, visit: https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs/apply
All applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume and indicate three individuals who may be contacted as a reference. Please consider indicating in your application all information you feel would be helpful for selection committee members to know. Once the application is submitted you will NOT be able to change your submission or add attachments. Be sure that you have followed all directions and requirements listed in the job posting.
All applications must be received on-line by November 4, 2024. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.
No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.
The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job. For additional questions or if you require an accommodation so you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact Leah Cadwallader, Regional Human Resources Manager, e-mail LC267@cornell.edu or (845) 340-3990x314.
All applications for employment with Cornell Cooperative
Extension of Putnam County and other county extension associations must be
submitted through the
Cornell University Employment system (see
information at left)
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Cornell Cooperative Extension is an
employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO,
Protected Veterans and
Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse
perspective
and support diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Last updated October 9, 2024