Resource Innovations is seeking a Technical Writer & Editor in California to join our Stakeholder Engagement and Communications team. This position will be part of a dynamic, cross-functional team implementing the engagement and communication strategy across channels and platforms for California’s market transformation program. CalMTA is focused on developing initiatives that accelerate adoption of emerging and underutilized energy efficiency technologies, services, and practices resulting in significant environmental and social benefits. There is a strong preference for California residents, but remote candidates will be considered.

As a Technical Writer & Editor, you will perform a range of tasks supporting report and publication releases and other communications and outreach activities for CalMTA. This includes writing and reviewing reports and other material explaining CalMTA’s work and outcomes. This position works collaboratively with internal teams as well as external parties to finalize market characterization and other studies, synthesize technical information into concise and informative narratives that help tell the story of how market transformation is progressing in California.

Candidates must have strong communication and time management skills with experience coordinating multiple high-quality deliverables on tight deadlines. Successful candidates will be proactive in developing new solutions and processes, adaptable to change and enjoy working in a dynamic environment. Our team is dedicated to energy efficiency through the tool of market transformation, and this is a unique opportunity to have a meaningful impact on energy efficiency program designs that support equity and will help solve climate change issues, while working for a great company.

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change.

• Works with our engagement and communications team in:
• Researching and writing reports and creating content for other materials summarizing CalMTA’s work and initiatives.
• Providing technical copy editing, fact check, and sourcing of reports and studies developed by partners and contractors
• Concepting and creating high quality, data driven visuals to support the sharing of information
• Developing presentation material that delivers on key messages and outcomes
• Supporting document production and adherence to CalMTA brand standards and messaging
• Participating in planning and execution of activities to promote CalMTA activities and progress.  
• Functions as a cooperative and cohesive member of project teams
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be located in the state of California
• B.S. or B.A. preferred
• 5+ years work experience in energy efficiency and subject matter knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Experience writing and editing a range of technical documents and marketing documents
• Comfortable working with technical material for editing, fact checking, and citing work
• Experience with data visualization and concepting technical content for graphical representation
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite particularly formatting styles in Word and PowerPoint
• Highly motivated and positive attitude
• Superior organization and time management skills
• Commitment to high-quality partner and team service and the ability to address issues/concerns
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to think critically in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work with a variety of team members and dynamic project demands
• Interest or experience in a field related to energy or sustainability
• High degree of inter-cultural sensitivity and inclusiveness

Benefits

About Resource Innovations

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we’re constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we’re leading the charge to power change.

Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work.

Compensation & Benefits

Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position.  The compensation range for the base salary for this position is $85,000-$115,000. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.  The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location. 

At Resource Innovations, we believe supporting our people is essential to delivering impact. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes three weeks of paid vacation annually, paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, an employee assistance program, commuter benefits, and additional supplemental offerings.

 Employment with Resource Innovations is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check. If applicable to the position, a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.

 The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.