State Title: Project Specialist
Bargaining Unit: Grant
Employment Type: 35 hours per week/Full-time
Salary Range: $45,000 - $65,000
About TCNJ
Founded in 1855, TCNJ offers a highly personalized and
collaborative liberal arts education with over 7,400 undergraduates
and 700 graduate students. The college is consistently ranked among
the top comprehensive colleges in the nation, offering small
classes, a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, and an immersive
living-learning experience. With a 4-year graduation rate ranked #1
in New Jersey and #9 among U.S. public institutions, TCNJ is a
model for public higher education.
Position Overview:
Working closely with the Energy Program Manager, the Program
Coordinator will undertake the following types of tasks:
1. Technical assistance to local government clients on energy
sustainability topics
2. Research on projects related to policy and programs for
sustainability, with particular emphasis on energy-related
issues;
3. Researching and writing guidance for best practices and/or case
studies for sustainable municipal operations and sustainable
community programs;
4. Developing content for, and organizing, outreach and training
activities such as workshops and public presentations
5. Presenting policies, best practices, and case studies for expert
and non-expert audiences.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical assistance to municipalities and schools to
assist them in implementing energy and sustainability policies and
completing Sustainable Jersey actions.
Conduct research on policies and best practices; write reports
with analysis and recommendations; assess projects and
documentation of municipal and school program participants.
Assist with outreach activity including development and
implementation of workshops and trainings.
Assist Program Manager with gathering internal data for
periodic grant reporting and other data needs.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as public policy,
urban planning, engineering, environmental science, public or
business administration.
- Associate's degree in a related field plus a minimum of three
to five years of full-time work experience in a relevant
field.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including
ability to communicate complex policy issues for non-specialist
audiences in presentations and reports.
- Excellent organizational skills including the ability to work
independently and manage multiple priorities, organize meetings,
and manage multiple contact networks.
- Ability to conduct applied research and synthesize findings for
non-specialist audiences in written reports and public
presentations or to apply directly to assisting local
government.
- Ability to learn quickly and work well in a fast-paced team
environment.
- Expertise in sustainable development practices, particularly in
energy related topics such as energy efficiency, renewable energy
technologies, and alternative fuel vehicles. Ability to to provide
guidance and support to municipalities and scchools. Familiarity
with New Jersey energy programs and policies is desired.
- Ability to communicate clearly via phone and email with
municipal and school staff and community volunteers on program
requirements. Responsive to inquiries in timely fashion.
- Ability to make presentations for different audiences having
varying levels of knowledge about sustainability and energy
programs and policies.
- Ability to conduct and analyze research, and effectively
communicate findings both orally and in writing.
- Proficient in project implementation and coordination. Capable
of organizing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Ability
to work independently on assigned research tasks, including
identifying resources, case studies, and related policy and program
material.
Preferred:
- Master's degree in a related field is beneficial.
Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations
in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the
requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause
the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for
the position.
Employer Qualifications
Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of
an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification
of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form
I-9).
Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to
apply or interview should contact
hr@tcnj.edu .
Employee Benefits
As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a
part of an exciting and rewarding public university career.
Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a
generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and
retirement benefits, including:
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and
prescription plans
- Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings
Program
- Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement
Program
- Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group
life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee affinity groups
- New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet
insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park
tickets, etc.)
- Access to extensive learning opportunities
To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees,
visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to
learn more!
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of
interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information
for three professional references. Applications will be considered
until a viable finalist has been found.
The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive
campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all
backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and
talents of all members of our community and strive to create an
environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities
for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all
applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and
affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals
whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our
institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and
integrity.
