ENERGY EFFICIENCY EDUCATION COORDINATOR - COLUMBUS/WEST, GA

Please Note: The position will be responsible for driving to & working within a 19 County area in West Georgia: Troup, Meriwether, Pike, Lamar Upson, Talbot, Taylor, Harris, Muscogee, Chattahoochee, Marion, Taylor, Macon, Dooly, Crisp, Sumter, Webster, Schley & Stewart.

You must currently live within 50 miles of Columbus, GA or or be willing to relocate to within 50 miles of Columbus, GA at your own expense. There is no relocation assistance provided for this position. 

Please Also Note: You will be required to use your own vehicle while travelling weekly & you WILL be reimbursed for mileage. 

Please read the Fleet driving verbiage at the bottom of this Job Description. 

SUMMARY (Why does the job exist?)

The Energy Efficiency Education Coordinator delivers Pre-K-12 energy efficiency education curriculum that supports statewide school systems and teacher associations and drives STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) educational initiatives.  

The individual will spend most of their time in the classroom providing hands-on application, working with educators, promoting web-based learning opportunities, and hosting educational awareness events.  

The coordinator serves as the primary point of energy efficiency education related contact for the Georgia Power Region and supports career awareness initiatives in the region and throughout the state such as Careers in Energy Week, summer camps and career fairs.  The coordinator manages specific projects related to Learning Power and Workforce Development including, but not limited to, energy efficiency training and teacher externships.  

The coordinator supports, educates, and increases public awareness and understanding of the need for efficient use of energy and the creation of pathways to energy related careers.  

The Energy Efficiency Education Coordinator drives Georgia Power’s position not only as an employer of choice but also as a leading corporate citizen.  Office location will be in Columbus, GA and it’s preferred the candidate live within a 50-mile radius of Columbus, GA. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)

Bachelor’s degree preferred.  Three years of work experience delivering curriculum in a classroom preferred. Previous experience working with external groups is a plus. Excellent communication skills – written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal to include public speaking to varied audiences. Knowledge of local education systems, facilities, and teacher associations. Understanding of the company’s operations, policies, and procedures.  Organizational skills, strategic and analytical thinking skills. Ability to motivate and influence without positional leadership. Experience in managing multiple projects and working with multiple stakeholders simultaneously. Ability to build internal and external relationships. Demonstrated ability to work independently and self-directed. Must model Southern Company values of Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Total Commitment, and Superior Performance.   JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (Major responsibilities of the job) Deliver and enhance energy efficiency education programs and strategies for grades Pre-K-12 to attract students to the energy industry and to drive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education initiatives. Identify and actively seek opportunities to grow the education initiative into local school systems and through other education partners.  Promote careers to build awareness, connection, understanding and interest in the energy career pathway and energy efficiency in Georgia. Identify and cultivate community contacts and develop collaborative relationships with community members, organizations and educational institutions to identify opportunities for Georgia Power involvement. Lead and manage various internal/external teams to drive program or community education efforts. Act as single point of contact and secure strong relationships for region energy efficiency education initiatives. Work with corporate communications to drive public relations for the region energy efficiency education initiatives. Coordinate energy efficiency education related programs and activities aligned with business unit needs. Partner with Workforce Development to coordinate energy career pathway initiatives as well as the skills trades to meet industry needs within the region.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP 

Reports to Education Supervisor

This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle.  The following will be required if you are selected for this position:

Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license).  Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application. Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record