Energy Analyst Technician at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Energy Analyst Technician Location: Kennesaw, Georgia Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 292905 About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!Location Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.Job Summary Provides hands-on technical and analytical support to the University's energy management program. Responsible for utility data collection, analysis, and reporting, maintaining and updating dashboards, and hands-on support for Building Automation Systems (BAS), metering, and other building systems. This role assists the Energy Management team in identifying and submitting energy savings opportunities, verifying system performance, and maintaining accurate records of campus utility use.Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Collects, organizes, and validates monthly utility and submeter data; ensures accuracy, identifies irregularities, and assists in maintaining energy office dashboards2. Prepares and supports communication of energy performance reports and data summaries, to help identify ECMs and track progress toward institutional sustainability goals and EUI/WUI targets3. Supports the University¿s rebate and incentive program by preparing documentation, verifying project data, calculating preliminary savings, and submitting applications4. Performs field checks and supports energy audits, meters, and BAS controls, including verification of setpoints, sequences, and overall system performance5. Supports implementation of campus energy initiatives for efficiency measures by providing data analysis, field verification, and technical assistance6. Collaborates with external contractors and facilities staff to resolve metering, BAS, and controls issues Required Qualifications Educational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education and/or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experienceOther Required QualificationsCurrent, valid, and unrestricted driver's licenseRequired ExperienceThree (3) years of related experience in heating, ventilation, and air Conditioning (HVAC), electrical, BAS, data analysis, or utility metering, including one (1) year of experience in energy analysis, or related experiencePreferred Qualifications Additional Preferred QualificationsCertified Energy Manager (CEM), Energy Auditor (CEA), or related certificationProfessional Engineering License in the State of GeorgiaPreferred Educational QualificationsAn advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.Preferred ExperienceProven experience with utility bills, trend data, BAS software, energy dashboards, or metering systemsExperience benchmarking an end use table and working with energy/water performance metrics such as energy use intensity (EUI) and water use intensity (WUI)Experience in maintenance and operations (M&O) preferably in a higher education or institutional environmentProposed Salary The midpoint of the salary range is $64,500. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIESAbility to analyze, trend, and identify anomalies in large data sets.Able to commission, configure, and verify the performance of energy metering equipmentProven ability to troubleshoot building systems, with experience in optimizing controls considered a strong advantage.Able to effectively communicate orally, in writing, or electronically Able to work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities Able to work with diverse team members and ideas for energy sustainability and savings. Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time, meeting assigned deadlinesKNOWLEDGEFamiliarity with utility rebate programsFamiliarity with energy metrics such as EUI/WUI, annual utility usage trends, and building performance benchmarking.Familiarity with identifying, calculating, and prioritizing building energy conservation measures (ECMs).Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and BAS systems, with an understanding of safe practices for handling building systems and equipment.Knowledge of safe practices for working with electrical, mechanical, and building systems equipment, etcProficiency with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., AI, Microsoft Office suite, Excel, Power BI)SKILLSStrong customer service skills, including professional phone and e-mail etiquette.Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills Strong attention to detail and follow-up skillsUSG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected] Information This is not a supervisory position.This position does not have any financial responsibilities.This position will be required to drive.This role is considered a position of trust.This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).This position may travel 1% - 24% of the timeBackground Check Standard EnhancedEducationMVR9 Panel Lab Drug TestPer the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screeningresults which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf