Energy Trust of Oregon

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Position: Project Manager, CaNI Reports to: Sr. Program Strategies Manager, Communities + New Initiatives Compensation*: Competitive starting salary $70,200 - $87,000 commensurate with skills and experience, Full Pay Range: $70,200 - $103,800 (Please read description below for a statement around Energy Trust’s approach to compensation and pay equity.) Employment Classification: Full Time, Exempt Anticipated Start Date: Target start date: April 2026 Office Location: Portland Metro Area, Oregon, USA // Open to candidates across the state of Oregon and Washington Application Deadline: Tuesday, February 24th 5:00 pm PST. Candidates are encouraged to apply sooner rather than later. We may close this posting at any time based on applicant volume. About Energy Trust of Oregon Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. We serve Oregon customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista, and SW Washington customers of NW Natural. Year over year Energy Trust is recognized as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon. Our Vision Clean, affordable energy for everyone. Our Commitment to Diversity We recognize the lack of diversity in our industry, and we actively seek to address it with our hiring and retention practices as well as our values. We believe every person and their lived experience is integral to building a vibrant culture and delivering effective services to all customers we serve. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply. Our Location Energy Trust provides for a range of work location options, including remote, hybrid and in-office work. This position requires the ability to work remotely and attend in-person meetings when necessary. In addition to quarterly company wide/All-Staff meetings, the role requires presence at department meetings, project-related sessions, or other events essential to fulfilling job responsibilities. About the Team: The Communities Team sits within Energy Trust’s Communities & New Initiatives (CaNI) Sector, part of the broader Energy Programs Group. Our team is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that help Energy Trust better serve customers and communities that have historically been underserved. A major focus of our work is building strong partnerships with community-based organizations (CBOs) to expand access to clean energy solutions. The Communities Team is growing and evolving, and this role will join a small but high-impact group that works across the organization to support community-centered initiatives. About the Role: The Project Manager – Communities & New Initiatives provides project management and administrative support for community-focused initiatives that help Energy Trust better serve customers and communities that have historically been underserved. A major focus of this role is supporting the launch and ongoing coordination of Energy Trust’s new Community Partner Network- an organization-wide effort designed to strengthen partnerships with community-based organizations (CBOs) and improve access to energy efficiency and clean energy offers. Through the Community Partner Network, Energy Trust will help community-based organizations navigate and access a wide range of energy-saving resources, with support every step of the way. This work represents a meaningful shift in how Energy Trust supports partners and expands equitable access to clean energy solutions across Oregon. In this role, you’ll help ensure this work runs smoothly by developing and maintaining tracking tools, reporting processes, and communication systems that keep initiatives coordinated across internal teams and external partners. You’ll work closely with program managers and cross-functional stakeholders to manage timelines, deliverables, documentation, budgets, and partner-related reporting. What the Day-to-Day Looks Like: This role is ideal for someone who loves being the person who keeps everything moving. You might find yourself: Tracking budgets, deliverables, and milestones across 20+ partner contracts Reviewing monthly invoices and activity reports and updating internal tracking systems Coordinating recurring meetings and follow-ups across multiple internal teams Helping prepare communications to partners (newsletters, roundtables, updates, scheduling) Creating simple process guides, templates, and documentation so the work is repeatable and clear Keeping stakeholders informed, aligned, and accountable when priorities shift A lot of the work is internal coordination and project support - but it directly contributes to meaningful community impact. Who We’re Looking For: We’re looking for someone who is organized, proactive, and thrives in a role that blends project management with operational support. The best fit for this role is someone who: · Loves bringing order to complexity · Has strong comfort with budgets, spreadsheets, tracking tools, and details · Communicates clearly and consistently (and doesn’t wait to be asked) · Enjoys coordinating across teams and keeping stakeholders aligned · Builds simple systems and documentation to help projects run smoothly · Feels energized by mission-driven work and supporting community-centered initiatives Bonus points if you love tools like Asana, enjoy process improvement, and have experience building tracking systems from scratch. What You’ll Do: Lead cross-functional project teams with internal and external stakeholders, designing and implementing collaborative projects led by the Communities and New Initiatives (CANI) Sector. Coordinate all aspects of project planning and implementation. Ensure that outcomes meet the needs identified by internal leads, stakeholders, and the communities these initiatives are designed to serve. Project manage the implementation of Energy Trust’s Community Partner Network, which will provide enhanced services and offers for community-based organizations. Develop and maintain budget tracking tools, including inputting and tracking costs, milestones, and other key performance indicators (KPIs). Supporting review and processing of monthly invoices across numerous cross-program contracts and initiatives. Support community engagement and advisory activities such as: convening internal and external stakeholders and community-based organizations, gathering and sharing community input. Support the integration of community input into Energy Trust’s programs and offerings. Implement accountability practices such as sharing back with communities about how their input was incorporated. Ensure strong communications and alignment of project teams, including facilitating regular cross-functional project team meetings. Act as the main point of contact and provide regular updates to internal and external stakeholders and community partners. Manage day-to-day project activities including coordinating with team members, subject matter experts, and community partners to ensure team members are aligned and project tasks and deliverables are on track. Responsible for the creation and sharing of project planning and documentation; including implementation plans, timelines, presentations, reports, and memos. Provide information to support Energy Trust marketing and public reporting activities. Work closely with project and program leadership and product owners to share information and facilitate key program design decisions, utilizing a community-centered approach to ensure equitable outcomes. Manage program data and support compliance documentation. Represent Energy Trust in public settings to communities and other stakeholder audiences. Support other project development tasks as assigned. Perform all functions of the job in a safe manner. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. What You’ll Need: What You’ll Need: •Bachelor's degree in related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience. •Minimum of three years’ experience in all aspects of managing multiple concurrent projects required. •Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills required. •Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise reports, develop recommendations, and make presentations to a variety of audiences. •Experience using project management tools to develop and track budgets, timelines and deliverables. Experience with Asana preferred. •Facilitation skills and experience working with multidisciplinary internal project teams and external community partners. •Experience with successful approaches and processes to facilitate, build, and work among effective project teams. •Strong organizational, time management, problem-solving and issue resolution skills. •Familiarity and experience with the following areas will be beneficial: community engagement, community outreach, racial equity, community-based organizations, clean energy, and/or community energy planning. •Ability to develop and implement organizational change management efforts related to project implementation. •Ability to apply an equity lens to policies and procedures, manage diversity, equity and inclusion program data, and interact respectfully and effectively with diverse workforces and community members. •Ability to direct and work alongside contracted organizations and partners. •Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word software applications. •Must be self-motivated and able to prioritize multiple time-sensitive tasks to ensure deadlines are met. The above information is designed to outline the major functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Please submit a cover letter and resume on Energy Trust’s website www.energytrust.org/About/careers. Only applications received via the careers page will be accepted. Cover letters are not required; however, it is highly recommended. +++++++++ All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background check (which may include employment verification, education verification, criminal history, motor vehicle record) and reference checks. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that candidates from certain demographics are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification—for example, women and People of Color. At Energy Trust we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace—if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles. Energy Trust of Oregon is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Energy Trust of Oregon is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. Energy Trust is committed to pay equity. Energy Trust is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience and training. *Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications in the pay equity assessment to determine equitable salary placement. Candidates should expect compensation offers within the starting compensation range. The full pay range is included to show the earnings potential for this position with sustained high performance. What You’ll Get: · Health/dental/vision insurance · Employer sponsored and paid life/disability · 401(k) with a company contribution of 6% of your salary after 90 days of employment · TriMet pass · Access to health and dependent FSA/HSA accounts · Generous paid vacation, holidays and sick days · Paid volunteer hours · Employee assistance program · Career advancement opportunities · Great colleagues and culture · Flexibility to work from home and/or an office space at the Portland, OR location · Work from home laptop provided · Read more about our benefits here