Outreach Specialist Bi-Lingual Spanish - Energy Efficiency

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At TRC, every voice is valued, every individual has the opportunity to make a difference, and together we shape a brighter, more sustainable future.

TRC is seeking an Outreach Specialist to join our team located in Oregon. The Outreach Specialist will engage with small businesses and organizations for whom English is not their primary language, in the delivery of a large electric and gas utility energy efficiency program throughout the State of Oregon.

TRC Companies (TRC) is a nationally known energy efficiency consultancy. TRC collaborates with clients to develop and implement market transforming programs and initiatives to promote energy efficiency, renewable energy, and green buildings in multiple market sectors across the US.

In this position, we are looking for a bi-lingual English/Spanish speaking individual who is culturally competent in understanding the Latinx community. This individual must be outgoing and preferably have sales, energy efficiency, HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) or facilities management experience. This person must be able to foster existing customer relationships and forge new relationships with utility customers and key stakeholders.

The position will require a personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement for travel to meet with customers, trade ally contractors, community organizations, attend trade shows and conferences. This position is in Portland, OR and will require occasional travel to all regions of Oregon.

Candidates who are Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) are encouraged to apply. TRC is committed to promoting diversity and equity within the clean energy sector. Different backgrounds and perspectives are essential to the utility of the future, and we are committed to actively developing opportunities for candidates of color and from under-represented groups in the field of energy project management. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse and under-represented backgrounds to apply for this position.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish with the ability to present program information to a wide variety of customers and audiences with varying understanding of energy efficiency knowledge
• Use proprietary evaluation software to record existing system conditions during a property walkthrough and make energy efficiency recommendations at commercial properties
• Present Program recommendations to key market stakeholders and decision makers in English and Spanish
• Collaborate with existing contractor network to support customer project bid acquisition
• Work collaboratively across program teams to assist in identifying and closing shared projects with a focus on serving participants whose primary language is Spanish
• Actively engage appropriate trade groups and associations to promote Program offerings and services
• Work with operations and project coordination staff to populate CRM (Customer Relationships Management) database to provide accurate project forecasting, market knowledge, customer information, and project documentation
• Support and collaborate with utility client outreach staff, community organizations and market stakeholders as requested
• Ability to effectively communicate multifamily and commercial gas and electric energy efficiency focused program offerings in English and Spanish and help customers navigate the project application process
• Providing day-to-day outreach to the commercial existing buildings market
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and continuously open to learning about the nuances of the target audience

Ideal candidates will have most of the following skills and experience:

• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish verbally and in writing
• Demonstrates empathy, respect, and a genuine interest in the experiences and challenges faced by Latino utility customers and small business owners
• Ability to create an inclusive environment that encourages open dialogue and collaboration
• Possess Cultural Competence: understanding and appreciating the cultural nuances, values, traditions, and social dynamics of the Latino community is essential. This includes having knowledge of cultural norms, beliefs, and practices that influence business interactions.
• Associates/BS/BA degree is preferred, but not required
• 2+ years proven experience in working in sales, account management, marketing project management and/or with utilities or energy contracting firms
• Knowledge and familiarity of energy efficiency building improvements and sustainable building practices
• Self-starter who can multi-task with a high level of organization, communications, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and the ability to learn and operate TRC/client designed customer relationships management (CRM) systems
• Experience presenting at conferences and business meetings

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We understand our clients' goals, and embrace them as our own, applying creativity, experience, integrity and dedication to deliver superior solutions to the world's energy, environment and infrastructure challenges.

Our Vision

We will solve the challenges of making the Earth a better place to live - community by community.

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Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

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TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.