Building and Code Analyst

Overview

The Building & Code Analyst position is a part time role supporting the expansion of the Town of Superior's energy code and building decarbonization policy. This is a 20 hour per week position and work is generally scheduled in the office Monday through Friday during normal business hours; days and times within those days are flexible. This position works under the supervision of the Planning Director.

This position is grant funded through the Denver Regional Council of Government (DRCOG) Building Policy Collaborative sub-award grant program. Assuming continued receipt of grant funds, the duration of this appointment is approximately four years. In the unexpected occurrence that grant funds are rescinded before the four-year term concludes, this position may be terminated.

Hiring Range: $35.01 - $43.27

• Support Superior's capacity to adopt and implement local building decarbonization policies including things like electric-preferred codes, streamlined heat pump permitting, energy benchmarking or other policies.
• Complete data research projects related to building and energy permitting and policies.
• Participate in discussions on regional policy goals, roadmaps, and policy package proposals.
• Lead energy and emissions code updates, adoption and implementation.
• Provide research and support for developing or updating sustainability plans, strategic plans, comprehensive plans or long-range plans related to building decarization efforts.
• Help analyze existing building-related policies such as the Green Building code, feebate, etc.
• Lead community engagement activities around building policy and energy and/or emissions code updates.
• Provide technical assistance for specific projects related to building decarbonization policy development, coordination, piloting, and implementation.
• Complete permit analysis and collect data to identify existing community decarbonization levels and assess community opportunity for future proposals.
• Serve as primary lead for grant reporting.

• Positive attitude, collaborative and resourceful.
• Self-starter, highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Knowledge of sustainable building, building codes, building energy systems, energy efficiency principles, greenhouse gas emissions reduction strategies and other development-related policies and processes.
• Ability to research, analyze and synthesize complex information and data.
• Ability to develop and present concise written reports, correspondence and recommendations.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills including public engagement, customer service and conflict resolution.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions and recommend conclusions.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and proficiency in performing tasks requiring good judgment and superior attention to detail.
• Ability to interact comfortably with other departments and agencies to build relationships.

Candidates should have at least one year of experience in planning, energy or building code, policy work, grant administration, sustainability policy or other related work. Desired additional qualifications include a degree in Planning, Sustainability, Environmental Management, Urban Design, Environmental Science, Energy Policy, Environmental Policy or any equivalent combination of education and experience to perform job duties.