Resource Innovations

Compensation

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Resource Innovations is seeking a Lead level demand side management (DSM) research and evaluation manager to join our growing team in Toronto, Ontario (Canada) and Louisville, Colorado (USA). As a Lead with Resource Innovations, you will be responsible for providing technical oversight and project management for the Advisory Services business unit that provides empirically based research and program evaluations to support energy efficiency programs and energy transition efforts in Canada and the United States. Specific responsibilities will include leading: research and process evaluations, staff development, team execution, and reviewing work product for client delivery, while ensuring on-time and under budget performance of research and process evaluations and other related tasks. The position will be part of our Consumer Behavior team and will work closely with our Research and Process Evaluation team. Candidates with more than three years of relevant work experience are encouraged to apply. Relevant work experience includes knowledge of DSM program evaluation principles or market research, behavioral science, energy efficiency, and energy efficiency programs. Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change. Duties and Responsibilities Lead and conduct research and process evaluations of energy efficiency and DSM programs, including customer behavior. Manage projects to complete deliverables on time and within budget Manage clients and teaming partner relationships Develop scopes of work and budgets for new work Oversee primary and secondary data collection efforts as well as conducting data analysis. Development data collection instruments. Lead and support technical report writing; contribute to draft reports, including results and actionable recommendations. Support senior staff with development of presentations, papers and proposals. Other duties as assigned. Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a relevant field (such as social science, economics, policy, environmental science, or engineering). At least three years of work experience in relevant field (DSM, energy efficiency programs, behavioral research, market research, program evaluation) Analytical and research aptitude and mindset Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning In-depth understanding of the theory and best practices in survey and interview design, implementation, and analysis. Experience preparing reports detailing analytical findings. Excellent writing, communication, and computer skills are mandatory. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook, and SharePoint. Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment. Preferred skills, education and experience Familiarity with behavioral science principles and organizational decision-making Familiarity with energy efficiency program processes, theory logic models, program process flow diagrams, customer journey maps, net-to-gross analyses, energy end uses, energy efficiency market, and energy efficiency technologies. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities Ability to build relationships with clients and work in tandem to solve logistical and technical issues. About Resource Innovations Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we’re constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we’re leading the charge to power change. Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work. Compensation & Benefits Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position. The compensation range for the base salary for this position is $74,500 - $110k. In addition to base pay, employees are eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes three weeks of paid vacation per year; paid holidays; a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer matching; health, dental and vision insurance; and other supplemental benefits. Employment with Resource Innovations is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check. If applicable to the position, a pre-employment drug screen may also be required. The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.