SWEEP-Nevada Representative
Description: The Southwest Energy Efficiency Project (SWEEP) is seeking an individual to serve as its Nevada representative, based in either Reno/Carson City or Las Vegas areas. The responsibilities for this full-time position include:
- Strategy and policy development;
- Outreach, coalition building, and advocacy related to state energy policy;
- Interaction with utilities, regulators, and other stakeholders to support and expand utility energy efficiency programs in Nevada;
- Interaction with state policymakers and the private sector to support energy-efficient building construction and retrofit as well as more energy-efficient transportation in Nevada;
- Interaction and coordination with other clean energy advocates, state and local governments, the press and general public.
The Nevada representative will work closely with other SWEEP staff in developing policy positions and in preparing materials for use in these efforts.
Qualifications: Applicants should have at least five years of experience working on energy efficiency issues, policies or programs preferably in Nevada. Applicants should also have strong analytical and communications skills, ability to work independently, and a track record of “making a difference.” Experience working on legislative campaigns or on public utility policy/programs is a plus, as is experience working for a non-profit organization.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits.
Application deadline: December 15, 2011
To apply, send brief cover letter and resume (no phone calls, please) to:
Nevada Representative Opening
SWEEP 2334 N. Broadway, Suite A
Boulder, CO 80304
SWEEP is a public interest organization that promotes greater energy efficiency in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. For more information about SWEEP, visit www.swenergy.org.
SWEEP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination with regard to race, sex, color, age, religion, creed, class, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability
