Operations Coordinator
Position: Operations Coordinator
Reports to: Operations Supervisor
Compensation*: Competitive starting salary paid hourly: $62,500 ($30.05/hr) - $76,300 ($36.68/hr) commensurate with skills and experience, Full Pay Range: $62,500 ($30.05/hr) - $90,000 ($43.27/hr)
Employment Classification: Full Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt
Office Location: Portland Metro Area, Oregon, USA
Posted: February 2026
Application Deadline: 3/13/26
BACKGROUND
About Energy Trust of Oregon
Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. We serve Oregon customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista, and SW Washington customers of NW Natural. Year over year Energy Trust is recognized as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon.
Our Vision
Clean, affordable energy for everyone.
Our Commitment to Diversity
We recognize the lack of diversity in our industry, and we actively seek to address it with our hiring and retention practices as well as our values. We believe every person and their lived experience is integral to building a vibrant culture and delivering effective services to all customers we serve. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.
Our Location
Energy Trust provides for a range of work location options, including remote, hybrid and in-office work. This position will represent Energy Trust in public settings and potentially at community events. We are open to candidates who live throughout Oregon and Washington. The Operations Coordinator would be expected to report to the office on a quarterly basis at minimum for All-Staff meetings.
What We’re Looking For:
The Operations Team is a key part of the broader Energy Programs division, providing essential support for the scoping, implementation, and delivery of programs. Efficient and effective daily operations depend upon the team’s technical, administrative, and analytical responsibilities. The team manages project and payment processing across multiple programs while driving best practices and consistency for cross-program processes and operations.
Our Operations Coordinator serves as a central communication and organization hub for program operations, collaborating with internal and external staff to implement business processes that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations. Duties include facilitating customer service, coordination of incentive delivery processes, forms development, records management, review and approval of project payments, review and approval of product requests, and maintenance of the program implementation manual and other essential documentation. The Operations Coordinator will also provide operational support in the scoping, development and delivery of new initiatives, training for trade allies and program support staff. While a member of the Operations Team, the Operations Coordinator will be supporting various programs across the organization with a primary focus on the Residential Program or Industry & Agriculture Program.
This individual reports to the Operations Supervisor.
Who You Are:
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment. You’re comfortable balancing routine tasks while also embracing change and guiding others through new processes and requirements. You enjoy problem-solving and continuously improving existing workflows to stay aligned with evolving needs. You’re adaptable and resourceful, ready to tackle complex questions—even when the answers aren’t immediately clear—while providing thoughtful support to those around you.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee and conduct the weekly payment review and approvals, incentive check disbursement and correction processes for timely and accurate incentive payments while ensuring compliance with finance audit and controls processes.
- In collaboration with colleagues, process and review applications for program registration, pre-certification, and certification, and implement internal processes to confirm project managers’ good standing within the program and the enrollment status of program subscribers.
- Oversee audits of payments, project records, program files, AD accounts and other compliance processes with Finance and Legal departments, supporting efforts to improve records and resolve identified problems.
- Review project data and participant information in Energy Trust systems and other business applications. Leveraging reporting and analytics tools to improve data quality.
- Coordinate with and support the oversight of the program customer call center, including tracking and responding to customer and stakeholder questions, resolving escalated complaints, and collaborating with the OPUC consumer protection division, when needed.
- Work with and review critical and confidential project documentation for accuracy and data quality. Ensuring all required documentation is properly stored digitally in Energy Trust systems and accessible for audit review.
- Work with internal and external staff, program allies, and other external organizations on the delivery of programs, communication and outreach efforts, and cross functional projects.
- Request and provide data to assist with program delivery and the confirmation of project eligibility.
- Cross-train in program operations responsibilities to provide back-up and support to other team members, including various program management, delivery and customer service processes and functions
- As a power user of systems, inform and coordinate with Operations Analysts, Program and IT staff on program software needs and enhancement requests through the Business Systems Prioritization Process.
- Provide general business process support to Program Managers, other internal staff and PMC/PDC staff by providing information, direction and feedback in the delivery of programs.
- Manage coordination aspects of the implementation of programs, including meeting coordination, organization, and procedural oversight.
- Provide procedural oversight and tracking for key team initiatives, payment process improvement projects and special tasks.
- Document, train and provide guidance to internal and external staff on organizational standards, program procedures and the use of Energy Trust systems.
- Coordinate, organize and maintain SharePoint sites for programs. Ensuring all program files are organized and easily accessible with appropriate permissions.
- Review and approve user requests and support the active user audit.
- Develop, review, and refine program forms, manuals, training materials and other legal and compliance documents.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- No Supervisory Responsibilities
Requirements
What You’ll Need:
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter that shares your interest in this role. All candidates must submit an application via Energy Trust’s career page: www.energytrust.org/About/careers.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
- 2 years’ experience in business/program administration, project coordination, or customer service.
- Proficient in data entry and general computer use, including MS Office software, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and other database applications, working knowledge of SharePoint preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent coordination and organization skills, with high level of attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple concurrent projects.
- Highly self-motivated and accustomed to working in a fast-paced team-based environment.
- Ability to work remotely and provide adequate internet access.
- Excellent attention to detail
- Must be able to interact with a diverse workforce and be comfortable working in culturally diverse settings and groups.
The above information is designed to outline the major functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.
Benefits
What You’ll Get:
- Health/dental/vision insurance
- Employer sponsored and paid life/disability
- 401(k) with a company contribution of 6% of your salary after 90 days of employment
- TriMet pass
- Access to health and dependent FSA/HSA accounts
- Generous paid vacation, holidays and sick days
- Paid volunteer hours
- Employee assistance program
- Career advancement opportunities
- Great colleagues and culture
- Flexibility to work from home and/or an office space at the Portland, OR location
- Work from home laptop provided
- Read more about our benefits here