Renewable Energy Specialist Job at Department of General Services, Yolo County, CA

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  • Department of General Services
  • Yolo County, CA

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This position is eligible to telework up to one (1) day a week, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. This is subject to change based on operational need and/or future return to office orders. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
Excellence in the Business of Government!

Come join a team that creates:
  • A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics, integrity, and stewardship.
  • A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes.
  • An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge, skills, and experience to grow within the department.
Under the administrative direction of the Deputy Director for the Office of Sustainability (OS), the Analyst IV position will be responsible for developing and implementing the deployment of clean energy for DGS and state facilities and operations. This position has a high-level of technical expertise in Renewable energy initiatives and will independently perform sensitive and complex duties with a high degree of responsibility and visibility as this position has the primary responsibility to lead state agencies' to transition to 100 percent renewable energy pursuant to SB 1020 through on-site generation and grid-based renewable energy strategies, develops, reviews, interprets, and coordinates revisions to departmental policies and procedures. The Analyst IV works independently on highly visible, sometimes confidential assignments, and requires discretion and professionalism working with executive level and upper management, external control agencies, and other entities.

This position is Limited Term (12 months); it may become permanent, be extended up to 24 months, or be cancelled at any time. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The Department of General Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

If you’re interested in exploring additional job opportunities at DGS, please reach out to our recruitment team; we’d love to hear from you! Please contact us at DGSRecruitment@dgs.ca.gov.

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Working Conditions

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity: A work culture that emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusivity, offering tangible rewards and recognizing the intrinsic value of varied perspectives and collaboration.
  • Career Growth and Training: A focus on career growth and training in an effort to engage and retain a diverse talent pool that aligns with the organization's mission and vision.
  • Competitive Rewards: Employees enjoy world-class benefits packages, attractive salaries, and robust pension plans, reflecting a commitment to employee well-being.
  • Work-Life Balance: Work-life balance is fostered through measures like telework and adjustable schedules, allowing personal and professional lives to thrive together.
  • Learning and Development : Emphasizing on continuous learning, DGS offers onsite and virtual Statewide Training programs to ensure that employees remain at the cutting edge of their fields.
  • Generous State Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts.
  • Prime Location and Amenities: DGS's headquarters boasts features like the 7.5-acre River Walk Park, stunning views, convenient & affordable parking, and a state-of-the-art fitness center for all employees.

Special Requirements

  • Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include employment dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities performed, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. License and Certification numbers included on the STD 678 must include issue date and expiration date. Failure to indicate issue and expiration dates will result in disqualification. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute the STD 678 (State Application). Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 (State Application) may be disqualified. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
  • Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of US course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

  • Ability to research and analyze complex sustainability issues, synthesize findings and present information clearly in reports, and graphically.
  • Ability to accept multiple assignments and meet critical deadlines.
  • Ability to quickly acquire technical knowledge.
  • Ability to cultivate and maintain working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders from DGS, other state agencies, utilities, community choice aggregators, and other government entities.
  • Demonstrate ability to write technically and verbally communicate well with others.
  • Ability to make presentations to management, in meetings, and others.
  • Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access or similar IBM compatible applications).

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!The State of California has a generous benefits packag e, some benefits include:

  • Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid Holidays and leave
  • Defined benefit retirement program
  • Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
  • Commute Program
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Reporting Location

Reporting Location:

Department of General Services (DGS)

Office of Sustainability

707 3rd Street, West Sacramento, CA 95605 Please specify RPA #29932  and JC-524545 on your state application.

Examination Information:

Those interested in obtaining employment with any state agency must apply and compete in the state’s merit-based recruitment and hiring process.  To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the “How to Apply” instructions in the examination announcement:

CalCareers Exam/Assessment Search

Successful examination applicants are placed on a hiring eligibility list.  If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination.  Applicants should refer to their examination results or check their CalCareers account for specific list eligibility expiration dates and/or to re-take the examination when necessary.  

For questions regarding the examination process, please contact the DGS Examinations Unit at DGSExams@dgs.ca.gov.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Statement of Qualifications - REQUIRED – Statement of Qualifications. Please see the Statement of Qualifications section on the job advertisement for details and instructions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work, 1 day per week

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