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Program Associate

Resource Innovations

The Role

Overview

Admin support for Midwest residential energy efficiency programs, handling data and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • process optimization
  • data management
  • reporting
  • quality control
  • issue escalation
  • customer service

Tasks

-Works with team to identify opportunities to improve program tools and processes assisting program teams with process optimization. -Tracks multiple tasks and project deadlines and alerts managers in advance of conflicts. -Participates in team meetings to provide updates and address action items. -Prepares weekly and monthly reports for internal and external purposes, ensuring compliance with terms of contract, relevance of content, and professional presentation. -Support outreach efforts to program customers, contractors, and community-based organizations as needed. -Manages data and uses database system(s) to track project details, milestones, and deliverables. -Complies and reviews project documentation, ensuring data integrity and quality control of systems and processes. -Identifies and escalates issues as appropriate and recommends strategies to address issues. -Ensures adherence to internal and system protocols using RI systems, documents, and tools. -Coordinates with internal support and cross functional teams including Operations, Planning, Finance, IT, Engineering, and Marketing. -Assists program teams in collecting missing data. -Accurately responds to requests and inquiries from program participants, contractors, and clients in a professional and timely manner, ensuring high levels of customer and client service.

Requirements

  • bs/ba
  • 2+ years
  • microsoft
  • salesforce
  • time management
  • customer service

What You Bring

-BS or BA or 2+ years of relevant work experience in energy, environment, public policy, or technical field. -Proficiency in Microsoft suite and Salesforce preferred. -Superior organization and time management skills. -Previous experience providing high-quality customer and client service. -Excellent attention to detail with the ability to think critically in a fast-paced environment.

The Company

About Resource Innovations

-Merged with Nexant in 2021 and backed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners in 2024, accelerating its scale and reach. -Specializes in transforming utility operations through demand-side management, software systems, and advisory services. -Works on diverse projects—from residential weatherization to grid modernization, electrification, and utility marketplaces. -Operates globally but retains utility-scale focus, delivering integrated energy solutions at significant scale.

Sector Specialisms

Energy Efficiency

Electrification

Distributed Energy Resources

Clean Energy

Renewables

Microgrids

Smart Homes

Connected Devices

Utility Services

Government Energy Programs

Community Development

Energy Demand Management

Energy Software Solutions

Decarbonization

Sustainability Consulting

Energy Transformation

Energy Generation

Energy Distribution

Energy Consumption

Energy Savings Programs

Energy Engagement

Energy Analytics

Market Transformation

Codes and Standards

Emerging Technology

Security Clearance

-comprehensive background check required. -reference check required. -pre‑employment drug screen may be required.