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Energy Analyst - Codes
Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit with offices in North Loop of Minneapolis and St. Paul. We provide practical energy solutions for homes, businesses, and communities to cut energy waste and harmful emissions. We collaborate regularly with field peers and partners, and we employ curious people who enjoy learning and contributing to the Midwest’s quality of life and economy. Recognized as one of Minnesota's top 200 workplaces by the Star Tribune, CEE is known for its open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and commitment to work-life balance.
CEE launched the Minnesota Advanced Energy Codes Partnership in 2024 to help implement Minnesota’s Climate Action Framework, which calls for new commercial and multifamily buildings to reach net zero by 2036 and achieve significant energy and emissions reductions in existing buildings. The Partnership is funded by the Department of Energy and sponsored jointly by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry and the Minnesota Department of Commerce. The Partnership is led by Center for Energy and Environment with the participation of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Sustainable Building Research, the state’s major investor-owned utilities, additional consultants, and a broad-based Advisory Council.
- Dependent on qualifications and experience, we expect the compensation range for this position will be $27-$30/hour.
We are looking for an Energy Analyst to join our growing Energy Codes Team, within the Market Transformation department! This role will report to the Codes Program Manager. The Market Transformation team is responsible for accelerating the adoption of energy efficiency and decarbonization technologies. As an Energy Analyst, your focus will be on the commercial and residential energy codes, for which the state has established a commitment to reach net zero by 2036 and 2038 respectively, with most of the energy reductions coming from energy efficiency. The Codes Energy Analyst must be highly organized, self-directed, and proactive in their approach to work. The Energy Analyst needs to be agile and goal oriented as they assist with market research, data analysis, program coordination, administrative duties, and a variety of other tasks needed to support the Energy Codes team.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in advancing energy efficiency, strong analytical skills, a high attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and good research and writing capabilities. They will have a team-oriented approach and be willing to complete administrative tasks as well as step up and take on higher-level responsibilities when needed. This position will be especially attractive to candidates who wish to grow their skills and career prospects by working and training with recognized efficiency experts.
What You’ll Do
Research and Analysis
- Conduct secondary research on efficient technologies, energy efficiency market practices, and other construction market trends.
- Gather market intelligence and contribute to strategy development
- Summarize data in an easily understood manner to a variety of audiences.
- Use excel-based modeling tools to conduct analysis. Maintain and iterate on existing tools to improve functionality.
Communication
- Assist in stakeholder engagement and communication by drafting written communications, crafting initiative reports, coordinating meetings, documenting action items, and coordinating next steps
- Develop presentations, research memos, program resources and training materials, and summarize key takeaways.
Program Coordination
- Provide assistance with proposals for new projects.
- Assist in program coordination activities such as file organization, Salesforce development and management, project reporting, etc.
Other duties as assigned or apparent.
Skills & Knowledge We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience in relevant analysis field required
- Demonstrated ability to learn and understand technical details within a given field
- Excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional ability to craft clear and compelling deliverables
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and on a variety of tasks
- Exceptional organization and time management skills and the ability to prioritize
- Exceptional competency with Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint and Excel required
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Arc GIS or Tableau software
- 2 years of previous experience in analyst or similar role
- Sustainability, energy efficiency and/or energy experience
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