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Primary Purpose:

The Senior Customer Programs Advisor is responsible for taking a leadership role in the management and implementation of strategic programs and/or segments in the SEU service area. In addition to managing strategic programs or segments, the Senior Advisor will oversee and direct the activities of other programs and/or segments to ensure adherence to an overall program or segment strategy and goals. On a statewide basis, the Senior Advisor is seen as a point person for workshops or presentations. The Senior Advisor will take a leadership role in strategic initiatives and provide guidance and recommendations to the Customer Programs leadership team. Exceptional program and project management skills are required as well as the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads and manages the design, implementation and execution of strategic energy efficiency and energy technology programs. Responsible for implementation and adherence to regulatory program rules and business controls. This could be programs administered directly by SEU or through an energy efficiency contractor.
• Represent SEU externally on a local, statewide and national basis.
• Regularly represents SEU interests and positions and leads collaborative efforts with regulatory authorities, energy efficiency contractors, key stakeholders, and other utility counterparts.
• Responsible for management (tracking, reporting and forecasting) of programs budgets.
• Leading cross-functional teams towards overarching program/segment goals and objectives.
• Manage and monitor all aspects of customer communications, marketing outreach activities associated with program promotion and customer participation.
• Research and implement best practices related to program administration for SEU.
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree An undergraduate degree in business, architecture, marketing, engineering or equivalent experience.
• At least 6 years of related experience is required.
• Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.
• We offer a hybrid work environment. Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow you to work from the office two to three days per week and work remotely on the remaining workdays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in business or marketing is desirable.
• Recent competitive sales/marketing experience is also desirable.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Note: SDG&E strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

 SDG&E offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.