Now Hiring - Cascade Energy Inc. - Sales Outreach Specialist in Portland, OR

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About This Opportunity We are seeking an Outreach Specialist The Outreach Specialist is responsible for engaging industrial and commercial customers on behalf of a utility-sponsored energy efficiency program. This role builds relationships with facility decision-makers, trade allies, and market influencers to identify energy-saving project opportunities, drive participation in incentive programs, and support overall program goals. The Outreach Specialist acts as the key connector between program implementation teams and the market. An effective Outreach Specialist utilizes a specific skill set, including sales and networking, a communicative approach, a willingness to handle administrative details, and an innate desire to be helpful. About Us At Cascade Energy, we believe in better. We come to work every day with a drive for continuous improvement, and we dedicate ourselves to making industrial energy efficiency happen in smart, measurable, and sustained ways. We offer utilities and industrial facilities novel ways to meet their sustainability, emission reduction, and energy savings goals. We specialize in energy efficiency program design and implementation; carbon tracking and report; scope 1,2, and 3 consulting services, energy efficiency engineering; energy management software, and hands-on training and coaching. Our reputation for stellar, high-quality work has expanded our reach throughout North America to serve clients ranging in size from small up to Fortune 500 companies in their pursuit of wide-ranging decarbonization and energy savings objectives. Cascade has offices in Oregon, Washington, Utah, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, California, and the Northeast region. Why work at Cascade? As a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP), Cascadians foster and value a culture of equals, initiative, and ownership. Our teams reflect our core company values: Do the Right Thing; Put Others First; Seek Shared Success; Learn Constantly; and Be Industrious. Our customers are vitally important to us, and we pride ourselves on stellar customer service. Our team members are a dedicated and diverse group of ambassadors, representing Cascade Energy, striving to embody our values, ensure we are responsive, and consistently delighting our customers. In alignment with our values and doing better, Cascade Energy celebrates and values diversity as vital for increased creativity and innovation and faster problem solving, and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment. Learn more about DEIA at Cascade by visiting [please apply online] Cascade promotes a healthy work-life balance and appreciates employee contribution in all areas. We walk the talk about our commitment to learning constantly, with a focus on the ongoing development of every team member. Cascade is a strong supporter of flexible working arrangements, and offers role-dependent options for remote, hybrid, and in-office work. What You Will Be Doing: Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. * Identify and engage industrial and commercial customers with high energy use and/or strong project potential. * Conduct outreach through phone calls, emails, in-person visits, and events to educate stakeholders about program offerings and benefits. * Collaborate with trade allies, contractors, and industry associations to promote program visibility and pipeline development. * Qualify project leads and assist participants in navigating program processes, including application support and incentive information. * Use CRM (e.g. Salesforce, Pipedrive, Monday) to document outreach activities, manage pipelines, and track program engagement. * Provide market intelligence and customer feedback to program staff to improve offerings and remove barriers to participation. * Coordinate with marketing and engineering teams to ensure cohesive messaging and technical support. * Represent the program at industry events, conferences, and webinars. * Effectively utilize available technical resources and escalate more complex technical analyses to the appropriate team members. * Provide regular reporting of lead generation, project status, or other data as directed. * Overall management of energy projects through the incentive administration process from beginning to end. * Work independently to meet goals and targets. This is a full-time, exempt position preferably located near a Cascade Energy office including Chicago, Salt Lake City, Denver, San Diego, Portland, Seattle, Boise, Fresno. Travel for this role is expected approximately 10% - 20% of the time, consisting primarily of day trips, but with a potential for occasional overnight trips. Qualifications Applicants for this role are required to have: * Associates or Bachelors degree in energy management, technology, business administration or related field, or equivalent education and experience. * Successful lead generation, networking, and relationship building ability * 2+ years of experience in B2B outreach, sales, or business development A successful candidate should also demonstrate these preferred characteristics and/or skills: * Experience in the energy, sustainability, or industrial sectors. * General knowledge and understanding of energy-efficiency technologies and opportunities for industrial facilities, i.e., what systems use energy, how they use energy, and methods for reducing energy use. * Experience with utility funded energy efficiency or demand side management programs For candidates whose experience may not align perfectly with all these preferred skills but can see themselves adding value in this role, we encourage you to still apply. Cascade is dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace and places strong import on learning and development. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Compensation & Benefits Our total rewards include competitive pay and excellent benefits. These include health, vision, FSA or HSA options with an employer contribution, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, 401k retirement plan with a guaranteed 3% contribution, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), annual cash performance bonus, paid vacation, sick time, and an inclusive, flexible paid holiday policy, wellbeing contribution of $500 for HSA, FSA, or LSA (Lifestyle Spending Account). The salary range for this position at a national average is $56,300 - $70,400 / year. However, the final salary offered will vary depending on non- discriminatory factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experiences, and geographical location. Application Process Please submit a current resume (PDF). We would also appreciate a letter of interest (PDF) describing why our team or the position resonates with you, and how your experience makes you a great choice for the role. * Please, no phone calls. * Please, no outside recruiters or agencies. * Cascade Energy is not able to provide sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S., which includes OPT. AAP/EEO Statement Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion and religious practices, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or family, marital, or veteran status. To request reasonable accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact the Cascade recruiter. Click here to join our Talent Community its the best way to keep up with and learn more about Cascade Energy! In occasional mailings, well brief you on our industrial decarbonization efforts and share more about our company culture and what makes Cascade a great place to join and to grow. AAP/EEO STATEMENT Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion and religious practices, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or family, marital, or veteran status. To request a reasonable accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact the Cascade recruiter. Cascade Energy uses the federal E-Verify system to determine eligibility for work in the United States and conducts post-job offer, pre-employment drug screening.