Solar Programs, REC Contracts Associate (Hybrid - Oakland, CA; Portland, OR; Chicago, IL- US)

Requirements

• A high school degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or a bachelor's degree in project management or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to answer stakeholder and program participant inquiries received over email or calls concisely, courteously, and professionally.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify issues and escalate when needed.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple tasks and deadlines and respond to internal communication from peers and managers promptly.
• A cover letter will be required explaining your interest in the company and the role (the use of AI is prohibited in the drafting).
• The salary range for this role is $60,000-$70,000/annually with a target compensation of $60,000 - $66,500/annually based on experience and qualifications.
• Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• AI Use
• Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

Additional Information

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we've harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers. Energy Solutions is seeking a full-time Solar Associate, REC Contracts , to join our Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Team. The Solar Associate will execute and own a defined segment of program operations, supporting contract-related workflows that impact multiple applications simultaneously. This role processes large spreadsheet-based batches of applications, performing project extensions, project removals, and Schedule B updates on a rotating basis while ensuring data integrity, compliance, and adherence to established SOPs. You will operate within a highly collaborative, sequential workflow-receiving completed applications from preceding steps, executing your tasks with precision, and passing the torch to the next team member for review. While external communication is minimal, you will occasionally participate in client-facing meetings and reporting. The person filling this role will be required to work in a hybrid work environment reporting to one of our offices in Oakland, CA; Portland, OR; Chicago, IL and expected to be in the office a minimum of once a week. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to: Execute assigned program workflows (e.g., claim intake, completeness review, eligibility verification within guidelines) to support service levels and processing timelines. Review, validate, and process applications and claims in accordance with program rules, eligibility criteria, and SOPs. Escalate non-routine issues, complaints, or exceptions to the Project Manager as appropriate. Maintain accurate records and documentation, in alignment with program guidelines and compliance requirements, in program systems, databases, or CRMs. Review work for accuracy and completeness before submission and flag issues to the Project Manager. Execute data validation and quality assurance activities for assigned workflows using defined checklists and processes. Track and report discrepancies to support consistency and reduce rework. Apply and update established processes and documentation to support accuracy and consistency. Maintain detailed documentation to support audits, reporting, and program transparency.

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