Administration Assistant Solicitation for the Building Operator Certification Program and Northwest Water & Energy Education Institute
The Northwest Water & Energy Education Institute (NWEEI) is seeking qualified professionals to assist with course management for the Building Operator Certification (BOC®) program.
BACKGROUND
The Building Operator Certification (BOC®) is a national workforce training and credentialing program administered in Oregon by the Northwest Water & Energy Education Institute. The BOC uses occupational skill standards to teach a curriculum that addresses energy-efficient building operation and maintenance practices, energy management, sustainability, water efficiency, general and electrical safety, and building performance measures. To earn the credential, participants must attend training, pass online tests, and complete a series of project assignments at their facility. BOC training is an online program offered as a statewide coordinated educational opportunity and supported by the Energy Trust of Oregon through student incentives for students who complete the course. This education supports building owners by improving building energy performance and lowering utility costs. The current Building Performance Standard (BPS) policy administered through the Oregon Department of Energy identified BOC courses as part of the qualifications for the “Qualified Energy Person” who can do reporting and support the new State Building Performance Standards
Administration Assistant Responsibilities:
The position will provide administrative support to the Program/Course Manager by the following duties:
● Support course instructors and participants over the 8-day course series during a 6 month time frame. Classes occur every 3 weeks. The series is delivered via Zoom. The estimated time commitment is 130-140 hours per course series, including class moderating hours.
● Duties include launching each class event in Zoom and coordinating with and supporting the instructor; maintaining attendance records; record-keeping; and managing the BOC credentialing process at the end of each course series with a goal of 90% of participants earning a credential. This may include reaching out to the participants to see how you can best support them.
● Additional support for the program manager, including documentation, marketing, and tracking students’ progress.
● Monthly hours would be estimated at 40 hours. Times are flexible except for the Zoom classes. Those are mandatory.
● As other educational offerings are developed by staff, there may be additional duties. These could include grading of online assignments and support for students with their coursework. This position will have the opportunity to grow and add duties as time goes forward. It is suitable for a college student or applicants needing part-time employment. Remote working conditions exist. There may be some travel, but it will be sporadic and infrequent.
Minimum Qualifications: Responders must meet the following minimum criteria:
● One or more years’ experience in a project management, office administrator, and/or trainer role.
● A high school or equivalent diploma.
● Familiarity with online/cloud environments, use of drive documents, Excel, Word, Powerpoint.
Preferred requirements
● Oregon location.
● Some familiarity with commercial building operation, maintenance, and/or energy efficiency.
● Two or more references that the Northwest Water & Energy Education Institute may contact specific to the required work experience.
Veteran-, women-, & minority-owned businesses are encouraged to apply.
Compensation
Northwest Water & Energy Education Institute provides compensation at competitive rates. Hourly range of $20-25, depending on experience. This is a part-time position and does not include benefits at this time.
History of Northwest Water & Energy Education Institute
Founded in 1996 and originally located in Eugene, Oregon.
● Primary Programs: Delivers the Building Operator Certification (BOC) program in Oregon in partnership with Building Potential (formerly the Northwest Energy Efficiency Council).
● Focus: Offers training, professional development, and project-based learning for building operators, facilities personnel, technicians, engineers, and utility workers to improve energy efficiency and water conservation.
● Official Website: You can learn more regarding the courses here on the Northwest Water & Energy Education Institute website. (nweei.org) The current calendar can be found on the website.
Please send resume and cover letter to cervantesb@nweei.org
BOC CLASS TOPICS that will assist you in what we teach.
LEVEL I – BUILDING SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE
Core Classes include: Energy Efficiency of HVAC Systems; Measuring and Benchmarking Energy Performance; Efficient Lighting Fundamentals; HVAC Controls Fundamentals; Indoor Environmental Quality; Common Opportunities for Operational Improvement; and High Performance Heating and Cooling Equipment and Energy Savings.
LEVEL II – EQUIPMENT TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
Core Classes: Scoping Your Building for Operational Improvement; Optimizing HVAC Controls for Energy Efficiency; Introduction to Building Commissioning; Water Efficiency For Building Operators; Project Peer Exchange Day; and Enhanced Automation and Demand Reduction.