Salary : $70,012.80 - $90,001.60 Annually
Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: EFA-BLDGPM-08.11.26
Department: Colorado Energy Office
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
FLSA: Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address: 1600 Broadway, Suite 1960, Denver, CO, 80202
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information:
Type of Announcement: This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Description of Job
Starting Salary: $70,012.80 - $90,001.60 Annually

*This position is eligible for a hybrid working arrangement. Hybrid positions are expected to be present at the office location for no less than one day per work week.
General Duties and Responsibilities

Colorado has established statewide targets to reduce GHG emissions. To help hit Colorado's goal of zero net emissions by 2050, we are scaling up efforts to make the state's buildings more energy-efficient. We're looking for a collaborative leader to connect with public and private partners, drive impactful building policies, and help shape the future of clean energy in Colorado.
The Program Manager - Building Decarbonization Enterprise will be responsible for coordinating activities funded by the Building Decarbonization Enterprise Fund (BDEF), which was established in HB25-1269. The BDEF's core purpose is to help large commercial and multi-family residential building owners meet the state's greenhouse gas reduction targets under Building Performance Colorado (BPC) enabled by HB 21-1286. Key responsibilities include:
Program Management: Manage the development and implementation of BDEF-funded programs, including but not limited to energy audit programs, efficiency rebates, and operator training initiatives. Specific tasks include:

• Collaborate with senior staff to design and scale high-impact programs, integrating workforce development and educational initiatives.
• Gather feedback from the community to ensure programs are accessible and address market needs.
• Work closely with vendors and contractors to ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and actually help building owners reduce emissions.
• Propose and develop new programs and resources through the BDEF to address market gaps and specific building types, including under-resourced buildings.
• Periodically evaluate programs and resources and propose revisions or adjustments to optimize alignment with evolving market needs.

Board Facilitation: Help coordinate board activities and tasks among the Board Administrator and program staff to support the 9-member BDEF Board. Specific tasks include:

• Organize, schedule, and help run public board meetings, including preparing agendas, meeting materials, and presentations with adherence to Colorado Open Meetings Law.
• Manage communications with individual Board members as necessary.
• Provide internal updates to CEO leadership and partner stakeholders/agencies; including the Joint Budget Committee and Attorney's General Office.
• Help the Board Administrator support the Board in navigating complex decisions regarding budgets, program rules, and funding approvals.

Fiscal Reporting and Responsibility: Manage the financial tracking and impact reporting for all initiatives funded by the Building Decarbonization Enterprise, and assist with the transparent fiscal analysis needed to communicate with state leaders and key stakeholders. Specific tasks include:

• Keep track of annual fee collection and program data to ensure the BDEF remains financially healthy and compliant with state law.
• Contribute to annual reports on BDEF activities and budget expenditures.
• Contribute to annual program reports for board members, taxpayers, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate closely with CEO's Operations and Finance team to ensure compliance with state procurement, finance, and reporting requirements.

Cross-team Collaboration: Support initiatives across the Building Decarbonization unit including:

• Coordinate closely with the Building Performance Colorado and Communications and Engagement teams to ensure that the appropriate audiences are actively directed to the BDEF's suite of programs.
• Maintain working understanding of existing CEO programs and financing available to large commercial buildings to support comprehensive deployment of resources.
• Work alongside the Commercial Programs team to ensure unit-wide program success.
• Assist with other Building Performance Colorado program administrative tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of professional experience; or a bachelor's degree in a related field (public administration, environmental science, engineering, sustainability, etc.) and three years of professional experience in a related field.
• Experience managing programs and/or contractors working with government budgets, vendors, deliverables, and reporting.
• Excellent written, oral communication skills, and public presentation skills.
• Highly motivated and detail oriented.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal, listening, and diplomacy skills to build positive relationships.
• Demonstrates a high level of initiative and is versatile and adaptable, solutions oriented, responsive to changing priorities, and has a strong work ethic. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite and Google suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge and understanding of commercial building energy efficiency measures, building science, incentives, and relevant industry issues.
• Previous work with commercial building stakeholders and industry groups.
• Project management certification, Certified Energy Manager, or other similar certifications related to commercial buildings.

Supplemental Information
To Apply:

A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your cover letter and resume must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements.

The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:

• Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month (4 weeks a year)
• Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month (10 days a year)
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Medical and dental plans
• State paid life insurance policy of $50,000
• Choice of 2 retirement plans
• 401K and 457 plans
• State paid Short Term Disability coverage
• Additional optional life and disability plans
• Credit Union Membership
• RTD pass
• Training and professional development

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.

01

Did you attach the required resume and cover letter and do you understand that failure to attach either may lead to your application not being considered?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least three years of professional experience developing, managing, and refining programs that work with the commercial buildings industry?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have professional experience in sustainability, climate policy, or clean energy?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you ever managed grant recipients or vendor contracts, including tracking compliance, reviewing regular reporting and processing invoices?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered Yes to the question above, please describe your experience with one or two examples of grants or vendor contracts you managed.
06

Have you ever supported a team or program by creating tracking tools, training materials, or systems to monitor project progress?

• Yes
• No

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If you had to condense your cover letter into a three-sentence elevator pitch, what would you want us to know about why you are the ideal fit for this role?
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