ENERGY EFFICIENCY EDUCATION COORDINATOR – ATHENS/NORTHEAST, GA
Please Note: The position will be responsible for driving to & working within a 22 County area in Northeast Georgia: Banks, Barrow, Clarke, Dawson, Elbert, Franklin, Greene, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Jackson, Jasper, Lumpkin, Madison, Morgan, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Walton and White. (Includes 26 school districts.)
** You must currently live within 50 miles of Athens, GA or be willing to relocate to within 50 miles of Athens, GA at your own expense. There is no relocation assistance provided for this position.
Please Also Note: You will be required to use your own vehicle while traveling weekly & you WILL be reimbursed for mileage.
Please read the Fleet driving verbiage at the bottom of this Job Description carefully prior to applying!
SUMMARY
The Energy Efficiency Education Coordinator delivers grades Pre-K-12 energy efficiency education curriculum that supports statewide school systems and teacher associations and drives STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) educational initiatives. The individual will spend most of their time in the classroom providing hands-on application, working with educators, promoting web-based learning opportunities, and hosting educational awareness events.
The coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for energy efficiency education for the region and supports career awareness initiatives in the region such as Careers in Energy Week, summer camps and career events. The coordinator manages specific projects related to education and workforce development, specifically including but not limited to Learning Power.
The coordinator supports, educates, and increases public awareness and understanding of the need for efficient use and conservation of energy and the creation of pathways to energy related careers. The Energy Efficiency Education Coordinator drives Georgia Power’s position not only as employer of choice but also as a leading corporate citizen.
*** Office location will be in Athens, GA and it's preferred the candidate live within a 50-mile radius of Athens, GA.
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)
- Bachelor’s degree in education, communications, marketing or related field is preferred.
- Three years work experience delivering curriculum in a classroom or transferable experience is preferred.
- Previous experience working with external groups is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills – written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal to include public speaking to varied audiences.
- Knowledge of local education systems, facilities, and teacher/education associations.
- Understanding of the company’s operations, policies, and procedures. Georgia Power Region work experience is also a plus.
- Understanding of Georgia Power workforce development initiatives preferred.
- Organizational skills, strategic and analytical thinking skills.
- Ability to motivate and influence without positional leadership.
- Experience in managing multiple projects and working with multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
- Ability to build internal and external relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and self-directed.
- Must model Southern Company Values.
- This is a safety sensitive position.
- Storm duty assignment is a requirement as well.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (Major responsibilities of the job)
- Deliver and enhance energy efficiency education programs and strategies for grades Pre-K-12 to attract students to the energy industry and to drive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education initiatives.
- Promote careers to build awareness, connection, understanding and interest in the energy career pathway and energy efficiency in Georgia.
- Identify and actively seek opportunities to grow the education initiative into local school systems and through other education partners.
- Identify and cultivate community contacts and develop collaborative relationships with community members, organizations and educational institutions to identify opportunities for Georgia Power involvement.
- Lead and manage various internal/external teams to drive program or community education efforts.
- Act as single point of contact and secure strong relationships for region energy efficiency education initiative.
- Work with corporate communications to drive public relations for the region energy efficiency education initiatives.
- Coordinate energy efficiency education related programs and activities aligned with business unit needs.
- Partner with Georgia Power workforce development to coordinate energy career pathway initiatives as well as the skills trades to meet industry needs within the region.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
- Reports to Education Supervisor
This position has been identified as a role that will require you to drive on behalf of GA Power. The following will be required if you are selected for this position:
- Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license).
- Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
- Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record
