Utilities & Sustainability Manager

The Utilities & Sustainability Manager at Orange County Government in Orlando, FL, oversees energy management programs for the Orange County Convention Center and other facilities. Responsibilities include developing energy efficiency strategies, managing databases for energy use, tracking savings from conservation measures, and implementing an Energy Management Plan. The role requires considerable independence and focuses on supporting sustainability initiatives and enhancing organizational values.
Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Celebrating nearly 40 years of success, the award-winning Orange County Convention Center https://www.occc.net (OCCC) is one of the largest convention facilities in the United States and is owned and operated by Orange County Government. Located in the heart of the tourism district, the Center serves as the perfect event destination - attracting more than 200 events to the Central Florida region annually. By hosting regional, national and international conventions, meetings and trade shows, the convention center infuses the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities. As a result, roughly 1.5 million attendees contribute approximately $3 billion to the area's annual economy. The OCCC is a leader in the events, trade shows and conventions industry and is known as The Center of Hospitality.

Job Description

General Functions

This position manages, supervises, and develops the energy management program for the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) and other Orange County departments and facilities. Develops effective energy programs, including strategies and initiatives for energy reduction, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and recycling and waste diversion. Supports the Department and County Sustainable Action Plan (SAP) and Resiliency Initiatives.

Work is performed with considerable independence under the supervision of a designated manager. Performance is reviewed through observations, reports and results achieved.

Representative Duties/Assignments

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.
• Develops and implements strategies and programs to increase energy efficiency and conservation at Orange County facilities including strategies such as energy audits and existing building commissioning. Researches and implements new facility upgrades to reduce energy and water demand and consumption and to reduce utility costs.
• Maintains accurate databases of metrics including energy use and greenhouse gas emissions for reporting to internal and external certification bodies and stakeholders.
• Tracks the energy and cost savings from energy conservation measures (ECMs) and creates reports documenting the project details and savings.
• Develops and implements an Energy Management Plan in accordance with ISO 50001, including energy and certification audits necessary to maintain certification.
• Benchmarks ongoing building performance using Energy Star Portfolio Manager. Researches and explores demand-side energy management.
• Manages department-level oversight of indoor air temperature, indoor and outdoor lighting, and chilled water, and develops new emissions-reduction policies.
• Establishes methods and procedures of acquiring and tracking Key Performance lndicators (KPIs) associated with energy usage at county facilities such as electricity use, fuels use, and water use as well as renewable energy generation, associated costs, rates, and savings.
• Tracks the use of refrigerants and ensures compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Supervises employees within the division.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Physical Sciences or a related field and four (4) years of experience in energy management, facility management, building engineering or commissioning, green building (LEED Certification), energy/resource conservation projects/programs or a related field to include two (2) years supervisory experience. In lieu of the degree requirements additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Preferences

A Master's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences or a related field.

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Associate accreditation or equivalent.

Experience with Energy Star Portfolio Manager, EnergyCap, and ICLEI ClearPath.

Experience in data analysis and/or data interpretation.

Experience in research, writing, graphing and report production.

Experience with Microsoft Excel.

Experience working with Building Automation Systems.

Experience with ISO 50001 certification.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 02/17/2025

Close Date: 03/02/2025

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 021 - From $79,185.60 to $102.939.20

FLSA Status: Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits
• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Orange County Convention Center (Facilities Operations)

9800 International Dr, Orlando 32819

Notes

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.