Associate Program Manager
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience working in the energy or energy efficiency industry, or an Associate’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of contin
- Proven leadership abilities in a rapidly changing environment.
- Proficiency in financial and project management.
- Detail-oriented and have an ability to prioritize workload and delegate appropriate work assignments to team members.
- Must be flexible to handle a wide variety of tasks and complete work in a timely fashion in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Strong data entry skills in entering information in tracking systems/databases.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data and solve practical problems.
- Reliable transportation.
Full description
Company Overview:
Founded in 2000, Walker-Miller Energy Services is a core-values driven company committed to changing lives through energy efficiency. We create and manage customized energy waste reduction programs that help electric and gas utilities meet mandated energy savings goals.
Our experience driven philosophy of energy efficiency as economic development helps families and businesses save energy and save money. Through innovative, inclusive initiatives, we help build communities by creating local jobs, producing equitable energy savings for all rate payers, and spurring the growth of diverse local businesses.
Our operating philosophy is reflected in our core values. We refer to them as BEHIVE.
B - Boldly Go
E – Embrace Equity
H - Humble Confidence
I - Inclusive Stewardship
V - Value Reputation
E - Extraordinary Experience
Position Summary:
The Associate Program Manager (APM) is responsible for supporting the Senior Program Manager with all program management activities associated with delivering the program In this role, you will assist with the overall development of the larger program and lead the implementation of several program channels to attract new participants and energy efficiency providers to meet program objectives during startup and into the future growth of the program.
The APM exercises independent judgment in overseeing the program channels and is accountable for delivering client requirements. The role develops forecasts and production strategies, evaluates results and KPIs, determines appropriate operational adjustments, oversees quality assurance, and manages key customer and partner relationships within established program objectives.
Essential Responsibilities: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- Embrace, operate, and lead within our core values.
- Leads the development and implementation of production plans to meet the production goals for the kit and food bank channels.
- Coordinate with the outreach manager to develop and implement a comprehensive outreach plan to support the production plans for the kit and food bank channels.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the program’s strategic direction and initiatives.
- Assist in the development of a QA/QC plan to ensure accurate program results and good evaluation