Energy Conservation Representative

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February 24, 2026 (6 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-109178
** Agency
* * Dept of Environmental Quality
** Division
* * State Energy Office
** Job Classification Title
** Energy Conservation Representative (S)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC12

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs.

DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.
** Description of Work
*** This is a REPOST of position . Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered.
* * This is a time-limited position. It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits for a limited time. Although the length of time this position will be active cannot be determined, it has the potential to extend up to 3 years (36 months). If you have questions concerning the time-limited status of this position, you may inquire at the interview.

* The position ensures proper, effective, and compliant energy conservation measures are employed by subgrantees of the IIJA Weatherization Assistance Program in the homes of low-income citizens that are weatherized. This is specialized professional work administering, monitoring, and inspecting energy conservation efforts as well as providing training to the subgrantees to ensure weatherization work is performed efficient and effective.
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Key Responsibilities:

Monitoring and reporting on subgrantee weatherization efforts.
Review agreements for subgrantees and subcontractors of the subgrantees.
Track and evaluate production and expenditures of the subgrantees.
Provide training and technical assistance to the subgrantees.
Assist the program manager with leveraging partners to maximize the energy conservation benefits for low income citizens of North Carolina.
This position requires frequent overnight travel and Physical activity that includes entering crawl spaces and attics of privately owned homes which requires the ability to climb, stoop, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, and lift.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
**** Recruitment Range: $47,703 - $74,535
***** Important:
This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.
***** Management Preferences:
*** Experience using equipment/instruments to evaluate health and safety and weatherization measures performed on a home.
* Experience inspecting homes for energy conservation measures.
** The DEQ State Energy Office:
** The DEQ State Energy Office serves as the agent of energy planning and program development to ensure a sustainable energy future for the residents of North Carolina. This Division provides services and technical expertise on energy efficiency, encourages the growth and development of the state's energy economy, and works to increase the use of renewable energy and alternative fuels. The State Energy Office supports energy efficiency in public buildings by assisting North Carolina governmental units in managing the use and cost of electricity, water, and other utilities in their facilities.  

The State Energy Office provides programs, services, and technical expertise for advancing energy efficiency, increasing alternative energy and fuel sources, providing educational opportunities for the public, state and local governments, universities, schools, and businesses, and working closely with other state agencies in responding to energy emergencies during natural disasters and supply interruptions.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit  to learn more. This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.

** Minimum

Education and Experience
** Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent…