Careers - Metropolitan Energy Center

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Current Openings

We are seeking talented, mission-driven people to help our communities conserve energy and be healthier where we work, live and play. Current and planned openings are described below. Also find below information about our work environment and commitments.

Project Facilitator (2 positions open): Building Performance and Sustainable Transportation

We have 2 full-time Project Facilitator positions open. One position will report to the Building Performance program manager. One position will report to the Sustainable Transportation program manager.

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Project Facilitator is a responsible position requiring technical understanding of project planning and management, organizing and monitoring project activities, tracking progress for grant activities, and preparing reports to grantor agencies. Works with Program Manager and Principal Investigators to support efficient and effective execution of projects under contract within the assigned program team. Primarily internal facing. The position requires limited travel.

View the job requisition and apply here.

Category: Regular Full-time; Exempt

Professional track: Project management

Supervisory: Occasional supervisory responsibilities over program interns.

Program Coordinator: Sustainable Transportation

Read job requisition here and apply now.

We have 1 full-time Program Coordinator position open, which will report to the Sustainable Transportation program manager.

Program Coordinator is a responsible position requiring technical understanding of project planning and deployment for energy conserving technologies and methods, organizing and coordinating project activities, tracking and reporting progress for various grant activities, and preparing reports to grantor agencies. The position is required to implement and monitor program activities and expenditures. The position acts as coordinator for project-based activities, which may include development of an EV charging station deployment program in underserved markets, advancing sustainable energy solutions in transportation solutions, and other exciting challenges. The position requires the ability to work with contractors and consultants, community organizations, MEC staff and others to ensure the programs are meeting the needs of the community and the expectations of grantor agencies. The position requires strong communication and project coordination skills. General direction is provided by the Program Manager. The position requires limited travel, including occasional travel to our Kansas City headquarters.

Location

Wichita, KS

Duration and Category

Regular Full-time; Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job may have occasional supervisory responsibilities over program interns.

Internship (full for summer term): Building Performance

Metropolitan Energy Center is currently seeking a Program Intern to help us keep Kansas City green. We are a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability and economic vitality in the Heartland by advancing clean transportation and energy efficient buildings. Program Intern will support our building performance projects, including training events, community listening sessions and other interaction, and research support. We are a scrappy team in a small program startup environment, and we value candidates with independent initiative and diverse skill-sets. Our scheduling is very flexible, but working hours must primarily fall within regular business hours, with a 20-hr/wk minimum. A good fit will have the opportunity to stay on for summer and fall. 

JOB DESCRIPTION: Support to the Energy Solutions Hub and City Benchmarking program. More information can be found on our Hub website: https://metroenergy.org/programs/energy-solutions-hub/. Additionally some research help in our Codes and Policy projects could be required. We will consider the student’s program interests when placing the student, but the intern’s responsibilities may include any of the following (based upon our current need and your experience, skills, and interests): 

Meeting and event coordination 
Public engagement: event tabling opportunities
Outreach: event emails, phone calls 
Administrative support  
Simple website updates
Contact management 
Market research / surveys

SALARY & BENEFITS: This is a paid internship available to graduate and undergraduate students. In addition, college credit may be available on approval by your instructor. Ample opportunity to network with businesses, industry and government contacts, including the City of Kansas City, MO, U.S. Department of Energy and others. A dynamic working environment gives the opportunity to learn multiple work-related skills in a short period of time. Learning opportunities include webinars on topics such as event planning and public relations, building performance education to list a few.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: The ideal candidate will have strong written communication skills, critical thinking skills, Microsoft literacy, and independent work ethic. Junior or Senior status is preferred.  

HOW TO APPLY: To apply for an internship, please email a cover letter and resume to Mary English. In your letter, state why you are interested in interning with Metropolitan Energy Center; the average number of hours a week you are available (minimum of 20); your relevant experience; and the timeframe (months, year) during which you will be available for the internship.

NEXT STEPS: After we have received applications, we will call ideal candidates to schedule an interview.

Internship (full for summer term): U.S. Dept of Energy Clean Cities and Sustainable Transportation

Spring internship now open!

MEC is currently seeking a Program Intern to help us keep Kansas City (and the state of Kansas!) green. We are a 501c3 non–profit dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability and economic vitality in the Heartland by advancing clean transportation and energy efficiency projects. The Intern will support our clean transportation initiatives, including our U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities Programs. We are a scrappy team in a small startup environment, and we value candidates with independent initiative and diverse skillsets. Our scheduling is very flexible, but working hours must fall within regular business hours, with a 10–hr/wk minimum. A good fit will have the opportunity to stay on for summer and fall.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Support to the Central Kansas and Kansas City Regional Clean Cities Coalitions alternative fuel programs. Learn more about Clean Cities at www.eere.energy.gov/cleancities/. We will consider the student’s program interests when placing the student, but the intern’s responsibilities may include any of the following (based upon our current need and your experience, skills, and interests):

• Meeting and event coordination
• Conducting outreach, phone calls
• Administrative support
• Requesting/handling articles from coalition members; drafting newsletter content
• Website and social media updates
• Communication/writing
• Contact management
• Market research / surveys
• Educating local, state, and Congressional government officials

SALARY & BENEFITS: This is a paid internship available to graduate students and undergraduates. In addition, college credit may be available on approval by your instructor. Ample opportunity to network with businesses, industry and government stakeholders, including Argonne National Lab, U.S. Department of Energy and others. A dynamic working environment gives the opportunity to learn multiple work–related skills in a short period of time. Learning opportunities include webinars on topics such as event planning and public relations, online courses through Clean Cities University, and direct experience.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: The candidate needs to have strong written communication skills, critical thinking skills, Microsoft literacy, and independent work ethic. Junior or Senior status is preferred.

HOW TO APPLY: To apply for an internship, please email a cover letter and resume to Miriam Bouallegue.

In your letter, state why you are interested in interning with Metropolitan Energy Center, average number of hours a week you are available (10 to 25), your relevant experience, and the time-frame (months, year) during which you will be available for the internship. We will contact you if we wish to schedule an interview.

Work Environment

MEC offers teleworking options, as appropriate for the work duties and at the discretion of supervisors. Much of our work may be completed remotely. In-person travel, meetings, and office time are sometimes required.

Benefits

All workers

Flexible scheduling and teleworking
24/7 access to Plexpod coworking space, including gym
Professional development opportunities
Work-Life Balance programs: jury leave, bereavement leave, etc. Unpaid leave for volunteerism

Full-time Employees

Full-time is defined as working an average of 30 or more hours per week. Employees working less than 37.5 hours per week have prorated (3/4) paid leave.

Paid vacation leave, paid sick leave and paid holidays
Group health, dental, vision plans
Free life insurance
403 (b) retirement plan

Equal Employment Opportunity

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at MEC will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. MEC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. MEC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training. Any employees with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of their immediate supervisor or the designated Human Resources contact. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Immigration Law Compliance

MEC is committed to employing only United States citizens and aliens who are authorized to work in the United States and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of citizenship or national origin. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, each new employee, as a condition of employment, must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and present documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility. Former employees who are rehired must also complete the form if they have not completed an I-9 with MEC within the past three years, or if their previous I-9 is no longer retained or valid. Employees with questions or seeking more information on immigration law issues are encouraged to contact the designated Human Resources contact. Employees may raise questions or complaints about immigration law compliance without fear of reprisal.

MEC does not provide sponsorships (i.e. H-1B or TN Visas).

114 Disability Accommodation

MEC is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. All employment practices and activities are conducted on a non-discriminatory basis. Hiring procedures have been reviewed and provide persons with disabilities meaningful employment opportunities. Upon request, job applications are available in alternative, accessible formats, as is assistance in completing the application. Pre-employment inquiries are made only regarding an applicant’s ability to perform the duties of the position. Reasonable accommodation is available to all disabled employees, where their disability affects the performance of job functions. All employment decisions are based on the merits of the situation in accordance with defined criteria, not the disability of the individual. Qualified individuals with disabilities are entitled to equal pay and other forms of compensation (or changes in compensation) as well as in job assignments, classifications, organizational structures, position descriptions, lines of progression and seniority lists. Leave of all types will be available to all employees on an equal basis. MEC is also committed to not discriminating against any qualified employees or applicants because they are related to or associated with a person with a disability. MEC will follow any state or local law that provides individuals with disabilities greater protection than the ADA. This policy is neither exhaustive nor exclusive. MEC is committed to taking all other actions necessary to ensure equal employment opportunity for persons with disabilities in accordance with the ADA and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws.