Senior Associate, Building Efficiency Boulder, CO

Job Announcement Senior Associate, Building Efficiency Description: The Southwest Energy Efficiency Project (SWEEP) is seeking a Senior Associate to work on energy efficiency in the buildings sector in its Boulder, CO office. The responsibilities for this position include: Conduct analysis and advocate for adoption of state-of-the-art building energy codes at the state and local levels in the Southwest; Organize workshops, prepare case studies, and undertake other activities to encourage construction of new homes and commercial buildings that far surpass minimum energy code requirements; Evaluate new and emerging energy efficiency technologies for buildings and promote their adoption where appropriate; and Conduct outreach to raise awareness and increase the adoption of energy efficiency measures in existing homes and commercial buildings in the Southwest.The Senior Associate will carry out these activities in conjunction with other SWEEP staff and our state representatives.Qualifications: Applicants should have experience working on energy efficiency in buildings for a public interest group, private company such as a consulting or architectural firm, research institution, or government agency. Masters degree plus at least five years of experience or Bachelors degree plus at least eight years of experience. Strong analytical and communications skills, ability to work independently, and a personal commitment to a cleaner environment and more sustainable future. Experience working for a non-profit organization is also a plus. Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits, as well as the opportunity to work in a relaxed environment close to the mountains in Boulder, CO. Application Deadline: January 1, 2009 To apply, send brief cover letter and resume (no phone calls, please) to: Building Efficiency Program OpeningSWEEP2260 Baseline Rd. Suite 212Boulder, CO 80302SWEEP is a public interest organization dedicated to advancing energy efficiency in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. For more information, visit www.swenergy.orgSWEEP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination with regard to race, sex, color, age, religion, creed, class, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability.