Manager Energy Program

Join the City of Chattanooga Team

Chattanooga, a vibrant and growing community of over 190,000 residents within a metropolitan area of nearly 600,000 is known as the "Scenic City" for a reason. Nestled along the Tennessee River and surrounded by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, we are a hub of outdoor adventure and innovation. Home to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) and Chattanooga State Community College, our city blends a rich industrial history with a tech-forward future—famously powered by the nation’s first community-wide "Gig" fiber-optic network.​  The City of Chattanooga was also recently designated as a "National Park City,” the first of its kind in the United States.  

Our Organization

As a City, we are powered by a dedicated workforce of approximately ​2,600 employees committed to excellence in public service and making Chattanooga the best community in the country. Our team ensures our city thrives through a wide range of municipal services, including:

• Public Safety: Chattanooga Police and Fire Departments.
• Infrastructure & Utilities: Public Works, Waste Resources, and specialized Stormwater management.
• Quality of Life: Award-winning Parks and Outdoors and Community Development systems and the Chattanooga Public Library.
• Transportation: The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) and citywide transit and pedestrian friendly initiatives.
• Innovation: Leading-edge  smart-city programs with a commitment to cutting edge workforce development policies to ensure all our residents can get ahead.

Why Choose Chattanooga?

The City of Chattanooga’s workforce is the heartbeat of our community. We don't just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose: making Chattanooga the best city in America. We are committed to being the premier employer of choice in Southeast Tennessee by providing:

• Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
• Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck, featuring a centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees. .
• Growth: A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization.
• ​The Great Outdoors: Your Backyard Playground:  Chattanooga isn't just near nature, it's immersed in it.  As one of the most biodiverse cities in North America, the "Scenic City" offers an ecological richness that few places on earth can claim.  Whether you are an adrenaline junkie or a weekend wanderer, world-class adventure is always less than an hour away.
• ​Vertical Adventures: Scale legendary sandstone cliffs in what is widely considered the premier rock climbing hub of the Southeast.
• Water & Rapids: From the high-octane whitewater kayaking of the Ocoee River to world-class bass fishing and peaceful paddling on the Tennessee River.
• Trails for Miles: Explore a massive network of mountain biking and hiking trails that wind through lush ridges, hidden waterfalls, and deep river gorges.

In Chattanooga, "work-life balance" means you can finish your shift and be at a trailhead or on the water before the sun sets.

Our mission is to work together to build a safe, vibrant, and sustainable city for all Chattanoogans. To do that, it takes a team of skilled and passionate individuals. So, if you’d like to call Chattanooga home – or maybe you already do! – and want to further your career through meaningful work that makes a true impact where you live, we’d love to talk to you.

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Salary: $86,747 -$96,386 
Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. (EST)
*Hours may vary due to work assignments or projects.*
Work Location: 
FLSA Status: This is an Exempt position.

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:
The Manager Energy Program is responsible for the department’s sustainability and operational efficiency by developing long-term energy roadmaps, transitioning to renewable energy, and ensuring strict compliance with all environmental regulations and building codes. The position oversees multi-million-dollar budgets, tracks greenhouse gas metrics, negotiates utility contracts, and analyzes facility usage via building automation systems to implement energy-saving upgrades and monetize operational by-products for maximum ROI. Additionally, the role manages and develops a technical staff, leads cross-departmental collaboration to embed cost-avoidance practices into daily business operations, and maintains strategic relationships with external vendors and critical facilities management to optimize performance and prevent operational outages.

SERIES LEVEL: 
The Manager Energy Program is a stand-alone position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.)

Develop and execute long-term energy roadmaps, including transitions to renewable energy (solar, battery storage, biogas for renewable electricity, wind, etc.) and carbon-neutral operations. Critical facilities management needs the information needed to lower costs, avoid outages, and improve operational effectiveness. 

Ensure the organization adheres to federal, state, and local energy regulations and building codes.

Track and report on key metrics such as greenhouse gas emissions and energy intensity for stakeholders or annual reports.

Monitor and analyze energy usage across MBEC facilities using building automation systems (BAS), energy management systems, and energy modeling software.

Manage utility contracts and negotiate energy commodity pricing (electricity, natural gas, water).

Lead energy audits to identify inefficiencies and oversee the implementation of conservation measures like pumps, motors, compressors, HVAC upgrades or LED lighting.

Manages Staff to include prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.

Oversee multi-million-dollar energy budgets, conduct cost-benefit analyses for capital projects, and manage grants or tax incentives.

Work with finance, engineering, operations, and maintenance departments to integrate energy-saving practices into daily business operations. Also analyze and implement processes that take advantage of by-products from daily operations and monetize them for a positive ROI. Implement processes and programs that provide positive cost avoidance and/or generate a positive revenue stream.

Negotiate and manage relationships with energy service providers, consultants, and equipment vendors.

Must meet regular attendance requirements.

Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

Performs other duties as assigned. 

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES (if any): 
None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical), Environmental Science, or Business Administration supplemented with an Associate's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical), Environmental Science, or Business Administration with ten (10) years of experience; or any combination of equivalent experience and education. 

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Driver’s License
NABCEP (Associate) Certification preferred
CEM Certification preferred
Project Management Professional preferred
LEED AP preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Advanced knowledge of commercial/industrial HVAC systems, LED lighting controls, and industrial equipment components (pumps, motors, compressors). Understanding of high-availability infrastructure requirements, redundancy, and outage-prevention strategies for sensitive operations. Proficiency with Building Automation Systems (BAS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and energy modeling software (e.g., EnergyPlus, eQUEST, or RETScreen). Knowledge of federal, state, and local funding mechanisms, utility rebates, tax credits (e.g., Inflation Reduction Act incentives), and grant application processes.

Ability to translate long-term governmental sustainability goals into actionable, multi-year energy transition roadmaps. Ability to manipulate large datasets from BAS/EMS systems to identify energy consumption anomalies, peak-demand charges, and efficiency opportunities. Skill in managing, mentoring, and developing technical staff; ability to conduct fair performance reviews and handle disciplinary actions or hiring.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Positions in this class typically require fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Safety Sensitive: NO
Child Sensitive: NO
Dept of Transportation (CDL): NO

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
This position requires pre-employment screening(s) that include: background check / drug screening

The City of Chattanooga, Tennessee, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

KNV 7/01/2026