Position : Contracts Specialist
Reports to : Sr. Contracts Manager
Compensation *: Competitive starting hourly rate $39.23 - 49.42 commensurate with skills and experience, Full Pay Range: $39.23 – $59.62
Energy Trust is committed to pay equity. Energy Trust is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience and training.
*Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications in the pay equity assessment to determine equitable salary placement. Candidates should expect compensation offers within the starting compensation range. The full pay range is included to show the potential earnings for this position with sustained high performance.
Employment Classification : Full-Time, Contract
Anticipated Start Date : As soon as possible, position is open until filled
Office Location: Portland Metro Area, Oregon, USA
BACKGROUND
About Energy Trust of Oregon
Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. We serve Oregon customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista, and SW Washington customers of NW Natural. Year over year Energy Trust is recognized as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon.
Our Vision
Clean, affordable energy for everyone.
Our Commitment to Diversity
We recognize the lack of diversity in our industry, and we actively seek to address it with our hiring and retention practices as well as our values. We believe every person and their lived experience is integral to building a vibrant culture and delivering effective services to all customers we serve. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.
Our Location
Energy Trust provides for a range of work location options, including remote, hybrid and in-office work. This position will represent Energy Trust in public settings and potentially at community events. We are open to candidates who live throughout Oregon and Washington. The Contracts Specialist would be expected to report to the office on a quarterly basis, at minimum.
What We’re Looking For:
The Contracts Specialist plays an important role in supporting Energy Trust’s purpose and values by providing a wide range of services related to contracts and customer program participation and incentive forms, including procurement support, contracts administration, and ensuring our agreements align with relevant policies, procedures, and program requirements. The Contracts Specialist analyzes information, identifies and helps resolve contracting issues, and supports strategies to minimize risk and improve contracting processes and workflows. The position also provides contracting guidance and support to staff across the organization.
The Contracts Specialist is responsible for negotiating, drafting, and finalizing contracts relating to Energy Trust programs, projects, and operations. They interface with employees across the organization helping to: develop, review, and approve forms that define obligations and responsibilities for program participation, incentive and grant funding; act as a subject matter expert and support competitive solicitations for identifying and selecting contractors according to organizational policies and procedures, including Energy Trust’s inclusive procurement program requirements; help integrate…