Community Outreach Manager
Walker-Miller Energy Services, Detroit, MI, United States
Company Overview
Walker-Miller Energy Services is a 26-year-old Detroit-based, core-values driven company committed to changing lives through energy efficiency. We create and manage customized energy waste reduction programs that help electric and gas utilities meet mandated energy savings goals.
Our experience-driven philosophy of energy efficiency as economic development helps families and businesses save energy and save money. Through innovative, inclusive initiatives, we help build communities by creating local jobs, producing equitable energy savings for all rate payers, and spurring the growth of diverse local businesses.
Core Values (BEHIVE)
B
– Boldly Go
E
– Embrace Equity
H
– Humble Confidence
I
– Inclusive Stewardship
V
– Value Reputation
E
– Extraordinary Experience
Position Summary The Community Outreach Manager is responsible for leading the community outreach team and comprehending and leveraging the dynamics of energy efficiency at the local and state levels. This role develops relationships across Michigan to position Walker‑Miller for projects and collaborations within the energy efficiency ecosystem and requires an understanding of where funding is derived and how it can be translated into value streams for the organization and the communities Walker‑Miller serves.
Essential Responsibilities
Lead, embrace and operate within our core values.
Champion and represent Walker‑Miller’s core values in all interactions and initiatives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in Michigan nonprofit organizations, community groups, large municipalities, and state and local government offices that work in energy efficiency, electrification, building decarbonization, or similar missions.
Represent Walker‑Miller at public meetings, community events, and stakeholder forums.
Identify and track funding sources, including grants, appropriations, and public programs, and translate those opportunities into actionable strategies for internal teams.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations and business development to align outreach efforts with organizational goals.
Focus on developing and executing outreach strategies that support equitable access to energy efficiency programs, particularly in underserved communities.
Assist with monitoring legislative/regulatory developments that impact energy efficiency and clean energy funding.
Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports to inform leadership and support strategic decision‑making.
Develop an understanding of the landscape and the opportunities within Michigan, bringing that information back to the various teams in a way that is actionable.
Maintain a CRM or stakeholder engagement system (Salesforce, SharePoint) to track relationships, communications, and outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Residency in Michigan with deep familiarity with the state’s political, community, and energy landscape.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy efficiency, electrification, building decarbonization, and/or community engagement.
Proven experience leading and participating in community outreach events, including engagement with residents, community organizations, and public‑sector stakeholders.
Experience organizing and executing outreach events and initiatives that build awareness, participation, and trust among diverse community audiences.
Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement, especially with government agencies, nonprofits, and community‑based organizations.
Strong emotional intelligence and cultural competency; able to build trust and rapport across diverse audiences—from grassroots leaders to government officials.
Proven ability to tailor messaging to different audiences while maintaining authenticity and professionalism.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation development.
Strong critical thinking and strategic planning skills; able to synthesize complex information and identify synergies.
Knowledge of state and local funding mechanisms, including grants, RFPs, and legislative appropriations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM platforms, and other virtual collaboration tools.
Ability to travel within Michigan as needed for stakeholder meetings and events.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Licenses & Certifications
None
Physical Demands And Work Environment
Required to sit, stand, walk; talk and hear; and ability to touch and handle tools and/or controls.
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Noise level is typically low to moderate.
The physical demand and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Walker‑Miller Energy Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At Walker‑Miller Energy Services, we Embrace Equity by encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply for open positions! We have several optional questions about candidates’ demographics, but they do not impact hiring decisions. In fact, all candidate demographic data is anonymized for compliance purposes and to reduce unconscious bias in the hiring process, so none of the information collected here will be attached to your individual application. We ask for this information because Walker‑Miller is committed to inclusive recruitment practices, so we hold ourselves to a high standard in developing a candidate pool that is diverse in background, experience, and perspective.
Walker‑Miller Energy Services participates in E‑Verify. Which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E‑Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E‑Verify is not used as a tool to pre‑screen candidates. For up‑to‑date information on E‑Verify, go to
www.uscis.gov
and click on 'E‑Verify' located near the bottom of the page.
E‑Verify Notice
E‑Verify Notice (Spanish)
Right to Work Notice
Right to Work Notice (Spanish)
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Our experience-driven philosophy of energy efficiency as economic development helps families and businesses save energy and save money. Through innovative, inclusive initiatives, we help build communities by creating local jobs, producing equitable energy savings for all rate payers, and spurring the growth of diverse local businesses.
Core Values (BEHIVE)
B
– Boldly Go
E
– Embrace Equity
H
– Humble Confidence
I
– Inclusive Stewardship
V
– Value Reputation
E
– Extraordinary Experience
Position Summary The Community Outreach Manager is responsible for leading the community outreach team and comprehending and leveraging the dynamics of energy efficiency at the local and state levels. This role develops relationships across Michigan to position Walker‑Miller for projects and collaborations within the energy efficiency ecosystem and requires an understanding of where funding is derived and how it can be translated into value streams for the organization and the communities Walker‑Miller serves.
Essential Responsibilities
Lead, embrace and operate within our core values.
Champion and represent Walker‑Miller’s core values in all interactions and initiatives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in Michigan nonprofit organizations, community groups, large municipalities, and state and local government offices that work in energy efficiency, electrification, building decarbonization, or similar missions.
Represent Walker‑Miller at public meetings, community events, and stakeholder forums.
Identify and track funding sources, including grants, appropriations, and public programs, and translate those opportunities into actionable strategies for internal teams.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations and business development to align outreach efforts with organizational goals.
Focus on developing and executing outreach strategies that support equitable access to energy efficiency programs, particularly in underserved communities.
Assist with monitoring legislative/regulatory developments that impact energy efficiency and clean energy funding.
Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports to inform leadership and support strategic decision‑making.
Develop an understanding of the landscape and the opportunities within Michigan, bringing that information back to the various teams in a way that is actionable.
Maintain a CRM or stakeholder engagement system (Salesforce, SharePoint) to track relationships, communications, and outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Residency in Michigan with deep familiarity with the state’s political, community, and energy landscape.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy efficiency, electrification, building decarbonization, and/or community engagement.
Proven experience leading and participating in community outreach events, including engagement with residents, community organizations, and public‑sector stakeholders.
Experience organizing and executing outreach events and initiatives that build awareness, participation, and trust among diverse community audiences.
Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement, especially with government agencies, nonprofits, and community‑based organizations.
Strong emotional intelligence and cultural competency; able to build trust and rapport across diverse audiences—from grassroots leaders to government officials.
Proven ability to tailor messaging to different audiences while maintaining authenticity and professionalism.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation development.
Strong critical thinking and strategic planning skills; able to synthesize complex information and identify synergies.
Knowledge of state and local funding mechanisms, including grants, RFPs, and legislative appropriations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM platforms, and other virtual collaboration tools.
Ability to travel within Michigan as needed for stakeholder meetings and events.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Licenses & Certifications
None
Physical Demands And Work Environment
Required to sit, stand, walk; talk and hear; and ability to touch and handle tools and/or controls.
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Noise level is typically low to moderate.
The physical demand and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Walker‑Miller Energy Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At Walker‑Miller Energy Services, we Embrace Equity by encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply for open positions! We have several optional questions about candidates’ demographics, but they do not impact hiring decisions. In fact, all candidate demographic data is anonymized for compliance purposes and to reduce unconscious bias in the hiring process, so none of the information collected here will be attached to your individual application. We ask for this information because Walker‑Miller is committed to inclusive recruitment practices, so we hold ourselves to a high standard in developing a candidate pool that is diverse in background, experience, and perspective.
Walker‑Miller Energy Services participates in E‑Verify. Which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E‑Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E‑Verify is not used as a tool to pre‑screen candidates. For up‑to‑date information on E‑Verify, go to
www.uscis.gov
and click on 'E‑Verify' located near the bottom of the page.
E‑Verify Notice
E‑Verify Notice (Spanish)
Right to Work Notice
Right to Work Notice (Spanish)
#J-18808-Ljbffr