Energy Manager

Drury Inns, Inc., a privately owned corporation, has consistently demonstrated a record of conservative and stable growth. Drury Inns, Inc. has been a part of the hospitality industry for over 35 years, and has continually retooled its product to make it ever contemporary and responsive to guests' needs and wishes. Drury has continued to stick with the basics that helped the company grow from a small plastering business in the Bootheel of Missouri to a successful, growing system of 115 hotels in 17 states. The exceptionally friendly and hard working team members at every Drury Hotel share the same simple virtues that the brothers learned on the family farm and adapted to the road...You are our guest, you are welcome and your satisfaction is guaranteed! Chuck Drury, President of Drury Inns, Inc. sums it up, "We're different than the big franchise chains. We build, own, and operate all of our hotels. Our focus is ensuring that our guests get more for their dollar than our competitors. If we provide a consistent experience at all of our hotels, we believe we can be the first choice as a home away from home."



We are currently accepting resumes for an Energy Manager:

Job Title: Energy Manager

Summary: Plans, directs and coordinates activities concerning utilities and domestic energy consumption. This includes energy conservation measures, energy audits, contract negotiation, cost benefit analysis, etc. in the areas of: Trash Removal, Water, Electricity, Fuel (Gas) and Sewer.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

·Analyzes data accumulated by accounting on utility usage and costs. Prepares reports for management that reflect assessment of program. Works with accounting and utilities on billing issues, overcharges, etc.

·Recommends to management capital expenditures that are cost effective, including detailed cost benefit and pay back analysis.

·Schedules energy audits. Confers with hotel managers, regional managers and utility representatives to determine hotel needs, appointment times, availability of representatives and scheduling conflicts.

·Investigates lighting sources and products. Implements policies and procedures for hotel operations on energy and lighting usage.

·Attends energy seminars, staff meetings and training sessions to improve knowledge of energy conservation techniques.

·Negotiates and administers national contracts, including trash removal.

·Where permissible, negotiates and administers utility contracts for gas and electric service.

·Arranges utilities for new hotels.

·Coordinates energy programs with shareholder representatives.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies
·Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

·Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

·Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

·Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

·Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

·Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

·Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

·Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

·Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

·Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

·Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

·Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

·Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

·Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

·Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two
years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of
education and experience.

Language Skills
Ability to read, speak and write clearly in English, the ability to analyze, and
interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical
procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business
correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and
statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete
variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to
interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or
schedule form.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of
Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word
Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations None

Other Skills and Abilities None

Other Qualifications: Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is frequently
required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with
hands and arms and climb or balance. The Team Member must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here
are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the Team Member is frequently
exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work
environment is usually moderate.



Members of our team are offered competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits packages and opportunities for professional growth.

-Major Medical and Dental

-Short and Long Term Disability Coverage

-Employee Savings 401(k) Plan

-Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days

-Training and Professional Development

-Employee Assistance Program

-and much more

In order to be considered, candidates should email their resumes to "[Click here for email]" by 10/31/06.

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