Commercial Account Specialist - Programs

Position: Commercial Account Specialist - Incentive Programs
Description

** Commercial Account Specialist - Incentive Programs*
* *
* Location:

Monroe, LA**  ** **  **(Field-Based, Local travel required)*
* ** Must be located in the Monroe area to be considered) *
* ** Ready to make a difference?**  ** **  ** *
* ICF is seeking a  
** Commercial Account Specialist** , based in the  
** Monroe, LA area** , to assist in the delivery of commercial energy efficiency programs. The selected candidate will be responsible for  
** managing a pipeline of existing energy efficiency projects and recruiting new participants
** into the program. The candidate will  
** call on customers and contractors
** in the utility client's service territory with the goal of increasing energy efficiency projects and participation in utility incentive programs.

We place a premium on the ability to work independently when necessary but to function as part of a team, a drive to succeed, and a commitment to client satisfaction.

** Why you will love working here:**  ** **  

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** Quality of life:
** Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance  

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** Investment of the community:
** Donation matching, volunteer opportunities  

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** Investment in you:
** Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan  

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** And many, many more**  (Ask your recruiter for more details!)  

** What you will be doing: *
* + Recruit program participants (non-residential eligible customers), account management, developing and implementing sales strategies, preparing, and delivering persuasive presentations, relationship building activities. 

+ Provide technical assistance and guidance on energy efficient technologies and practices to companies participating in utility-sponsored programs. 

+ Ensure projects in assigned territory are up to date in program tracking system by communicating with customers and contractors on project status and expected completion dates 

+ Presentations and training to local stakeholder groups, contractors, and customers  

+ Work as part of a team ensuring that the evaluation, implementation, and verification of energy efficiency projects are successfully executed in all non-residential markets

+ Provide an array of contractor support and assistance services  

+ Conduct surveys and inspections of energy efficiency projects to verify equipment installation and operation. 

+ Perform quality assurance reviews of submitted projects for approval 

+ Travel Requirements:
Must have reliable vehicle for local travel up to 50% of the time in the Southwestern Louisiana region (reimbursement for mileage provided) 

** What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):**  ** **  ** *
* + Bachelor's degree (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education)  

+ 2+ years of energy efficiency, sales and/or outreach experience working with commercial or industrial companies and/or related experience

+ Must have valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check 

** What we would like you to have (preferred qualifications): *
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Experience with energy efficiency technologies and practices is highly desirable  

+ Knowledge of the existing network of distributors, contractors and construction companies serving the Southwestern Louisiana area 

+ Experience working on successful energy efficiency programs 

+ Utility experience and understanding of Demand Side Management (DSM) program implementation 

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Experience with ENERGY STAR, LEED, and other program platforms 

+ Experience performing energy audits and energy savings calculations 

+ Experience using a CRM such as Salesforce highly preferred 

** Professional skills you will use: *
* + Superior people skills and a cooperative attitude 

+ Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

+ Outstanding analytical, writing, and communication skills  

+ Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information 

+ Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors 

+ Excellent critical thinking skills with ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems and recommend…