Environmental Specialist I - State Energy Program Dollar Energy Saving Loan

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This position coordinates the review and processing of DESL program applications and supporting documentation within a prescribed and desirable time frame. Maintains DESL program database and coordinates loan data collection. Works with internal departments as well as external organizations to obtain related documentation or obtain necessary information needed to complete loan applications and payments to lenders. Performs accurate loan payment calculations and adjustments for loan modifications and refinances. Monitors and maintains detailed records for DESL loans that have delinquent payments or have been reported to the agency by the lender as in default.
Contacts lenders to schedule loan file reviews and onsite energy inspections. Conducts lender loan file reviews to verify compliance with DESL program requirements. Conducts onsite compliance monitoring visits project inspections with program recipients and documents and reports findings as necessary. Prepares professional reports based on onsite inspections and loan file review.
Assists with collecting preparing and entering energy economic and environmental impact data related to agency programs into a database and conducts statistical analysis. Assists the Energy Technical advisor in implementing commercial and industrial energy conservation services and projects and solar inquiries.
Maintains frequent contact with and makes calls on existing or potential stakeholders in the Agencys programs such as lenders contractors and service providers. Contacts private firms citizen groups and individuals to encourage participation in energy conservation programs. Provides energy management assistance to persons in the private commercial and public sectors for all types of energy related problems such as wind energy solar energy insulation and various heating cooling and conservation systems.
Appears before groups to disseminate information on energy conservation through distribution of literature preparation of displays and answering questions. Participates in workshops seminars and other gatherings to promote energy conservation. Acts as liaison between the Department of Environment and Energy and various local agencies and private and commercial facilities.

Are you passionate about preserving enhancing and protecting Nebraskas environment Protection of Nebraskas water is more important than ever and this position will be an integral part of its defense. If you want to work to help our states water please consider a career with the State of Nebraska at the Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE). At NDEE employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of missionfocused individuals tasked with maintaining restoring and enhancing the quality of Nebraskas air land water and energy resources.

It is a very exciting time at our agency! Some of the things you can look forward to as an employee with the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy:

A new office building at Fallbrook with free parking.
Flexible work schedules.
You will be doing work knowing you are making a difference for current and future generations.

What you will do!
You will serve as an Environmental Specialist I in the Dollar and Energy Savings Loan (DESL) and Energy Planning Section. You will be responsible for coordinating the review and approval of DESL applications and provide communications and outreach to Nebraska lenders to raise awareness of DESL program.

Whats in it for you!
The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package:
12 days of vacation during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service) 12 days of sick leave during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service) and 13 paid holidays per year. Permanent Teammate Benefits: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance WellNebraska Health Plan Direct Primary Care (DPC) Mail order Rx 3 month supply) and Specialty Pharmacy program Virtual Visits and FREE Nurse line 24 hours a day 7 days a week Employee Assistance Program Retirement/Investment Plan Early Retirement Insurance Program 55 and older) ShortTerm and LongTerm Disability Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Life and AD&D Insurance Tuition Assistance* LinkedIn Learning Access to 16000 OnDemand Courses Direct Deposit of Payroll Nebraska State Employees Credit Union Deferred Compensation Plan Paid Holidays Vacation Sick Civil and Injury Leave Military Training or Emergency Duty Leave Teammate Discount Program Charitable Giving through Payroll Deduction

*Coverage is effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

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Location: 245 Fallbrook Blvd Suite #100 Lincoln NE

Work Schedule: Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Flexible schedule and 10hour workdays maybe allowed with management approval.

Dress Code: Business Casual

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree in the physical sciences natural sciences environmental science geology biology agronomy civil engineering environmental engineering mechanical engineering chemical engineering hydrology community and regional planning or a related field OR two years of work experience in a related area

Other Requirements:
Valid drivers license or the ability to provide independent transportation
Occasional overnight travel 5 10
Ability to lift 30 pounds
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Submit a resume or list on the application specific detailed experience relevant to the position in years and months
Submit a current list of at least professional references (previous employers) with valid telephone numbers

Preferred:
Bachelors degree in finance accounting economics business administration management engineering public administration or related field plus two years of experience in finance banking business accounting or in energy environmental and natural resources or in business development fields.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of: Banking and financial industry energy efficiency renewable energy energy production and/or conservation of natural resources. Data collection analysis organization and report preparation processes; energy issues and trends; state and federal regulations pertaining to energy conservation programs; energy conservation concepts; technical and engineering processes.

Skills: Excellent written and oral communication; prioritizing workloads; analytical and judgment skills; computer application software skills. Quantitative and analytical review; planning and organizing; working independently; being accurate and detailed; making decisions; and working under pressure and meeting deadlines.

Ability to: Work with a variety of people with diverse interests and backgrounds; present new ideas and observations to a variety of people in an easily understood manner; call on potential program participants financial institutions and vendors

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.

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