VCREA Seeks Director
VENTURA COUNTY REGIONAL ENERGY ALLIANCE
Member Agencies
- County of Ventura
- City of Oxnard
- City of San Buenaventura
- City of Thousand Oaks
Employment Opportunity
Director of the Ventura County Regional Energy Alliance
The VCREA
The Ventura County Regional Energy Alliance (VCREA) is a Joint
Powers Authority composed of public agencies working in collaboration
to develop and implement sustainable energy policies and practices
within the region.
VCREA activities are directed by a Board comprised of representatives
from member agencies within the Alliance. The VCREA Board and its
staff also receive guidance from an Advisory Committee of community
and business leaders and local agency staff. VCREA activities through
2005 are funded in part by grants from the California Public Utilities
Commission.
The VCREA mission is to establish Ventura County, its communities,
and neighboring regions as leaders in developing and implementing
durable, sustainable energy initiatives that support sensible growth,
a healthy environment and economy, an enhanced quality of life
and greater self-reliance for the region, by reducing energy demand,
increasing energy efficiency, and advancing the use of clean, efficient
and renewable resources.
The VCREA Director
The VCREA intends to hire a Director with previous experience
in the development of a new organization. The successful candidate
will be ready to make a long-term commitment to the viability of
the agency, and be prepared to contribute to the developing vision
for the VCREA. The candidate will have a record of successful fund-raising
and effective management to support that vision.
The VCREA Director is a full-time, on-site member of the VCREA
staff, hired as a two year, limited term position, with an option
for the VCREA to renew as new funding becomes available. Under
the general direction of the VCREA Board, the Director manages
the activities of the VCREA. The Director's principle duties are
to:
Work with the VCREA Board
Meet regularly with the VCREA Board, with individual Board members,
and with the VCREA Advisory Committee; prepare the VCREA annual
business plan; manage the development of a regional energy strategy;
and report to the Board on agency performance.
Day-to-day operation of the VCREA
Pursue grant and loan funding opportunities; develop programs
and services for the VCREA member agencies; represent the VCREA
with member agencies and other public groups; prepare and manage
agency-wide and specific program budgets.
Manage VCREA staff planning and hiring; provide appropriate support
to staff, and monitor staff performance; prepare consultant rfp's,
negotiate contracts, and manage consultant activities.
Liaise with utility and State energy agency staff; develop and
maintain relationships with other non-member agencies; and pursue
funding and technical support from utilities and other agencies.
Develop and conduct energy education
Direct the development of the VCREA energy training and education
program, work with consultants and trainers to develop education
/ information materials, and conduct energy management training
for business owners, residents, local agency facility operators,
etc.
Salary and benefits
The annual salary range is $75,000 to $85,000 depending upon experience,
plus compensation for benefits.
Qualifications
Excellent writing and speaking skills; experience with business
planning and reporting; the preparation of strategic and shorter-term
program action plans; and with project development and on-going
management.
Experience with budget preparation, monitoring and reporting,
and the preparation of financial, administrative and technical
operations reports. Candidates should be successful grant funding
applicants, and also have experience with staff planning, hiring
and management.
Candidates should be familiar with current energy technologies,
policies and practices.
Previous experience working with local boards and commissions,
and familiarity with State and utility loan, grant and technical
support programs are desirable.
Minimum Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;
preferably with major course work in engineering, business administration
or other appropriate field.
Four years of program management experience in government, or
a utility or similar agency, or in an energy engineering company.
This should include at least two years of supervisory experience.
How to apply
Applications consisting of a resume and cover letter may be submitted by
mail only to arrive by March 31, 2004. No fax, electronic
applications or telephone inquires will be accepted. Applications
should be addressed to:
Supervisor Kathy Long
Chair, Ventura County Regional Energy Alliance
Ventura County Government
Center
800 So. Victoria Avenue, L#1880
Ventura, CA 93009
Ventura
County and VCREA information. (http://www.countyofventura.org/bos/dist3.asp)
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