Energy Efficiency Education Representative

Gulfport, MS

JOB SUMMARY

The Energy Efficiency Education Representative will play a key role in promoting energy efficiency programs and initiatives to 4th and 5th grade students. This position involves developing and delivering engaging educational content, conducting outreach activities, and supporting the implementation of energy efficiency education projects. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sustainability, strong communication skills, and a commitment to helping young students understand the importance of energy conservation.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Develop and deliver age-appropriate educational presentations, workshops, and interactive activities on energy efficiency topics to 4th and 5th grade students.

  2. Responsible for the outreach to schools, school districts, administrators, PTA groups, and internal stakeholders to describe the benefits of energy conservation and the School Kits and Energy Education program

  3. Provide one-on-one consultations with teachers and school administrators to assess educational needs and recommend energy-saving practices.

  4. Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to support the implementation of energy efficiency projects in schools.

  5. Assist in the development of educational materials, including brochures, guides, and online resources tailored for young students.

  6. Follow up with schools to communicate program results and solicit program feedback

  7. Track and report on the effectiveness of outreach and educational activities.

  8. Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to energy efficiency education for young students.

  9. Represent the Company as available in additional community outreach events to promote energy efficiency

  10. Gain familiarity with all mandated programs to be versed in those programs to drive customer participation

  11. Support the Energy Efficiency Program Manager in achieving program goals and objectives.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Energy Management, Education, Communications, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in energy efficiency, sustainability, and/or a related field.

  • Experience in K-12 education or youth programs.

  • Strong presentation and public speaking skills, especially with young audiences.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to engage and educate diverse audiences, particularly 4th and 5th grade students.

  • Knowledge of energy efficiency practices, technologies, and programs.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Valid driver’s license.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment across multiple teams, with experience prioritizing time-sensitive projects and producing quality results.

  • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and visual/graphical) and can effectively present to internal peers, leadership, and external partners.

  • Ability to be strategic and creative to improve processes and a proven track record of demonstrating critical thinking and problem-solving around complex issues.

  • Expert in Microsoft 365 Suite of applications including Outlook, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint.

Behavioral Attributes

  • Role model of Our Values and Safety Excellence

  • Motivated and self-directed with an ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

  • Seen as a trusted individual due to depth of expertise and knowledge, confidence, decision making ability, consistency, honesty, and integrity.

  • Ability to build effective partnerships inside Customer Solutions, across functional boundaries, and externally and able to motivate and influence others without positional leadership.

    Mississippi Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, provides clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to more than 192,000 customers and communities in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. In its 98th year, Mississippi Power is a leader in customer service, workforce development and education, environmental stewardship, and employee volunteerism. The company is an industry leader when it comes to working safely, providing around-the-clock reliable service and its expert storm response. Mississippi Power has been at the forefront of innovation in the state through strategic partnerships in electric transportation and solar energy. The company has worked with the Coast Transit Authority to put the state’s first electric public transportation bus in operation and with Forrest County Agriculture High School on the state’s first electric school bus. It also partnered with the Hattiesburg Zoo on a new electric train and worked with the country’s largest Domino’s franchise to electrify its delivery fleet. Also, a leader in renewable energy, Mississippi Power partnered with the Naval Construction Battalion Center to install the first microgrid at a Navy facility. The company was among the first to introduce utility scale solar in the state with nearly 160 MW of renewable energy produced, enough to power 23,000 homes for a year. Mississippi Power’s mission is to provide world-class value to our customers and communities every day.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 8379

Job Category: Communications & External Affairs

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Mississippi Power

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