CCR REN Program Manager - Limited Term

CCR REN Program Manager - Limited Term

Salary

$98,904.00 - $132,537.60 Annually

Location

All Locations - San Luis Obispo County, CA

Job Type

Permanent - Hourly

Job Number

1026PM-300903-01

Department

Planning & Building

Division

Planning & Building Administration

Opening Date

10/30/2026

Closing Date

11/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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About the Position

The County of San Luis Obispo and the Central California Rural Regional Energy Network (CCR REN) are seeking a dynamic and relationship driven candidate to serve as an Energy Programs Lead (County Class: Program Manager) - Limited Term.

About CCR REN

Administered by the County of San Luis Obispo, CCR REN supports an equitable and affordable clean energy transition across underserved communities in 14 counties spanning the Central Coast, Central Valley, and Eastern Sierra, through trusted partnerships and regional collaboration.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs, and manages assigned CCR REN portfolio programs across the 14-county service area; establishes program goals, priorities, policies, procedures, and performance measures within California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) requirements and the approved portfolio Business Plan.
• Represents assigned programs in meetings, committees, and interagency collaborations; serves as the program-level point of contact for County departments, regional jurisdictions, partner agencies, and stakeholders.
• Directs program-level marketing and outreach in coordination with partner agencies and CCR REN-wide marketing efforts.
• Represents CCR REN programs at local, regional, and statewide conferences, workshops, and trainings; communicates program direction, offerings, and performance.
• Supervises, mentors, and evaluates assigned staff; interviews and selects employees; recommends appointments, reassignments, and disciplinary actions; assigns and reviews work.
• Prepares and reviews program performance reports and analyses; directs program-level inputs to CPUC compliance filings, advice letters, data requests, and business plan filings.
• Oversee program-related contracts and service agreements, including program design and implementation consultants; develop scopes of work and leads negotiations within delegated authority; monitor contractor performance and compliance.
• Develops, administers, and oversees budgets for assigned programs; authorizes expenditures within delegated authority; monitors spending against implementation plans, forecasts, and performance metrics.
• Directs day-to-day program operations and makes program-level decisions; convenes monthly Program Leads meetings on program status, regulatory updates, outreach, and contracting.
• Establishes program performance measures and data requirements for the CCR REN Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system; uses program data to evaluate results and direct program modifications.
• Evaluates and applies CPUC decisions, Energy Efficiency Policy Manual requirements, and related regulations governing assigned programs; identifies emerging risks and opportunities and develops strategies to address them.

Click here for the full job description for Program Manager.

Click here to learn more about the Planning & Building Department.

This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time.

The Ideal Candidate

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in public administration, business administration, public policy, or a closely related field.

In addition, three years of progressively responsible professional experience in the planning, coordination, administration, or management of programs, including responsibility for program operations, budgets, contracts, grants, and staff.

Licenses and Certificates:

Certain positions within this classification may require driving. Positions that require driving as an essential job function will be communicated in the job posting. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid California driver's license will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

How to Apply

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of the page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.

Veterans Preference Points

If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veterans preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.

Make a Difference

Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.

Compensation and Benefits

Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.

In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us.

For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link).

Some benefits include:

• Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
• Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
• Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
• Free visits to the employee health clinic
• Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
• Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
• A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
• Optional deferred compensation plan with up to $500 per year match (depending on bargaining unit)
• Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Paid personal, sick and vacation days
• 12 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education and Wellness Allowance
• Post Employment Health Plan
• Family Friendly workplace policies
• Flexible work schedule options
• Rideshare commuter benefits
• Pet Insurance

The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.

Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:

The Countys pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.

Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:

The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.

To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage (click here for link).

Learning and Development

The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.

Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:

• Emotional Intelligence
• Supervisor/Manager academies
• Microsoft Suite courses
• Defensive Driving
• Financial management
• Retirement preparedness
• Teambuilding
• Written Communication
• Conflict Management
• Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
• Job specific conferences/trainings

Student Loan Forgiveness

Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.

Homebuyer assistance program

Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.

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Select the option below which best represents your highest level of education.

• Highschool diploma or equivalent GED
• Some college
• Associate degree
• Bachelors or higher level degree in an unrelated field
• Bachelors or higher level degree in public administration, business administration, public policy, or a closely related field.

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Select the option below which best represents your years of progressively responsible professional experience in the planning, coordination, administration, or management of programs, including responsibility for program operations, budgets, contracts, grants, and staff.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 4 - 5 years
• 5 or more years

Required Question

Employer County of San Luis Obispo

Address 1055 Monterey Street

Suite D-250

San Luis Obispo, California, 93408

Phone 805-781-5959

Website http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/