Energy Advocate (part-time)
Energy Advocate (part-time)
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Job Description
The Town of Brookline is seeking a part-time Energy Advocate to support local outreach for energy efficiency and climate action programs including Mass Save and other home electrification initiatives. This position plays a key role in engaging residents and small businessesparticularly those in underrepresented communitiesto increase participation in programs that reduce emissions and energy costs.
This is a grant-funded part-time position scheduled for 18.5 hours weekly through March 2028.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement outreach strategies targeting priority groups such as renters landlords moderate-income households non-English speaking residents and small businesses.
- Promote Mass Save and related programs by organizing events delivering presentations and using social media and communications tools.
- Represent the Town in the Statewide Mass Save Community First Partnership (CFP) cohort and tailor outreach to the local community with a focus on engaging majority-minority populations.
- Collaborate with the Zero Emissions Advisory Board and other partners to coordinate outreach programs and analyze participation data.
- Work with program vendors to address residents and small business owners needs and assist with resolving issues or connecting them to appropriate resources.
- Maintain accurate outreach and participation records using Salesforce and ensure compliance with Mass Save data privacy requirements.
- Attend and support indoor and outdoor community events including occasional evening and weekend hours.
- Participate in training and peer learning as a member of the statewide CFP Energy Advocate cohort.
- May provide guidance to interns volunteers or community ambassadors.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Environmental Sciences Environmental Studies Energy Environmental Policy Public Policy or a related field; and at least three (3) years of experience in sustainability energy outreach or community engagement programs; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working with diverse communities and in public-facing roles is preferred.
- Multilingual abilities (Mandarin Cantonese Spanish Russian or Korean) are highly desirable.
- Must have Proficiency with Salesforce or other CRM tools social media and online design platforms.
- Must possess a valid Massachusetts Class D drivers license.
What We Offer:
- A flexible part-time schedule: 18.5 hours weekly
- Competitive Pay: $38 - $40 hourly
- A chance to be part of a statewide climate equity initiative
- The ability to make a measurable impact at the local level
- A supportive mission-oriented team
Apply now to join our team and help ensure equitable access to energy efficiency and climate action programs across Brookline. We are accepting applications until the position is filled.
Employment Type
Part-Time
