Icf

Public Sector

LeadProgramSpecialist,PublicSector

$108–184k Los Angeles, California, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Lead Program Specialist, Public Sector at Icf. Skills: program management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. leading utility-sponsored energy efficiency, electrification, and demand-side management programs across the public sector.. strategic oversight of program design and delivery, client engagement, and technical leadership to achieve measurable energy savings and promote equitable access to clean ene”

What You'll Achieve.

achieve measurable energy savings; promote equitable access to clean energy solutions; ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and performance metrics.; make necessary adjustments to ensure goals are achieved; ensure high program satisfaction ratings.; drive customer acquisition and program participation.; deliver results in a dynamic environment.

Industry & Context.

Public Sector
Problems you'll solve

Identify challenges or issues early and develop or obtain solutions, ensuring continual operational improvements and excellence

Eligibility Requirements

Will be required to attend in person client meetings at least 1 time a month in Southern California.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

8+ years of experience in energy efficiency, clean energy program management, consulting for utilities or public agencies and/or related experience

Nice to Have

Experience in energy efficiency program administration and demand-side management initiatives., Knowledge of behind-the-meter technologies, building codes, and retrofit practices., Professional certifications such as PMP, CEM, BPI, LEED-AP, or Six Sigma., leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities., Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project tracking tools., Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver results in a dynamic environment.

What You'll Do.

leading utility-sponsored energy efficiency

and demand-side management programs across the public sector.

strategic oversight of program design and delivery

and technical leadership to achieve measurable energy savings and promote equitable access to clean energy solutions.

managing complex projects

coordinating cross-functional teams

and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and performance metrics.

Act as a liaison with clients

managing day-to-day operations

and overall program performance.

and continuous improvement of energy efficiency and demand-side management programs.

Administer program budgets

including forecasting

to maintain alignment with contractual deliverables and KPIs and make necessary adjustments to ensure goals are achieved

Identify challenges or issues early and develop or obtain solutions

ensuring continual operational improvements and excellence

Ensure customer and stakeholder escalations are resolved agreeably and quickly to ensure high program satisfaction ratings.

Direct internal teams and subcontractors to execute strategies across multiple customer segments.

Develop and sustain relationships with stakeholders such as local governments

and community organizations.

quality assurance/quality control

and training initiatives to drive customer acquisition and program participation.

Monitor market trends and emerging technologies to guide program enhancements and innovation.

Manage program launches and transitions

ensuring adherence to standardized processes and best practices.

Represent programs in client meetings

and community forums.

Provide technical guidance

and leadership to internal staff and external partners.

Lead and participate in business development and strategic growth activities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

coordinating cross-functional teams; Direct internal teams and subcontractors to execute strategies across multiple customer segments.; Provide technical guidance, training, and leadership to internal staff and external partners.

Communication Scope

Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Process & Methodology

Strategic program management and leadership across diverse sectors., Ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams effectively., manage complex projects

Full Job Description

**Business Title: Lead Program Specialist, Public Sector Energy Efficiency Location: Los Angeles, CA** **Ready to make a difference?** The **Lead Program Specialist** is responsible for leading utility-sponsored energy efficiency, electrification, and demand-side management programs across the public sector. This position requires strategic oversight of program design and delivery, client engagement, and technical leadership to achieve measurable energy savings and promote equitable access to clean energy solutions. The role involves managing complex projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and performance metrics. **Why you will love working here:** * **Quality of life:** Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance, employee wellbeing programs * **Investment in the community:** Donation matching, volunteer opportunities * **Investment in you:** Education Reimbursement, Retirement Planning, 401k matching, Mentorship Programs, Free access to professional development resources such LinkedIn Learning * **Any many, many more** *Ask your recruiter for more details! **What you will be doing:** * Act as a liaison with clients, managing day-to-day operations, outreach activities, and overall program performance. * Oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of energy efficiency and demand-side management programs. * Administer program budgets, including forecasting, invoicing, and reporting, to maintain alignment with contractual deliverables and KPIs and make necessary adjustments to ensure goals are achieved * Identify challenges or issues early and develop or obtain solutions, ensuring continual operational improvements and excellence * Ensure customer and stakeholder escalations are resolved agreeably and quickly to ensure high program satisfaction ratings. * Direct internal teams and subcontractors to execute strategies across multiple customer segments. * Develop and sustain relations

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