About This Opportunity
We are seeking a Marketing Specialist-Programs & Events
The Marketing Specialist – Program & Events is responsible for executing the promotional and research elements of the diverse marketing plans across utility programs, as well as planning, organizing, and executing a range of B2B events and tradeshows to promote Cascade Energy and the utility programs it implements. This role involves hands-on execution. Reporting to the VP of Market Development the Marketing Specialist - Programs & Events manages multiple, simultaneous projects including research, collateral development and updates, web content development and updates, paid advertising, earned media, and more.
About Us
At Cascade Energy, we believe in better. We come to work every day with a drive for continuous improvement, and we dedicate ourselves to making industrial energy efficiency happen in smart, measurable, and sustained ways. We offer utilities and industrial facilities novel ways to meet their sustainability, emission reduction, and energy savings goals. We specialize in energy efficiency program design and implementation; carbon tracking and report; scope 1,2, and 3 consulting services, energy efficiency engineering; energy management software, and hands-on training and coaching. Our reputation for stellar, high-quality work has expanded our reach throughout North America to serve clients ranging in size from small up to Fortune 500 companies in their pursuit of wide-ranging decarbonization and energy savings objectives. Cascade has offices in Oregon, Washington, Utah, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, California, and the Northeast region.
Why work at Cascade?
As a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP), Cascadians foster and value a culture of equals, initiative, and ownership. Our teams reflect our core company values: Do the Right Thing; Put Others First; Seek Shared Success; Learn Constantly; and Be Industrious. Our customers are vitally important to us, and we pride ourselves on stellar customer service. Our team members are a dedicated and diverse group of ambassadors, representing Cascade Energy, striving to embody our values, ensure we are responsive, and consistently delighting our customers.
In alignment with our values and doing better, Cascade Energy celebrates and values diversity as vital for increased creativity and innovation and faster problem solving, and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment. Learn more about DEIA at Cascade by visiting cascadeenergy.com/deia.
Cascade promotes a healthy work-life balance and appreciates employee contribution in all areas. We walk the talk about our commitment to learning constantly, with a focus on the ongoing development of every team member. Cascade is a strong supporter of flexible working arrangements, and offers role-dependent options for remote, hybrid, and in-office work.
What You Will Be Doing:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Program Marketing – Marketing Plan Implementation & Administration
- Understand utility programs, participation goals, and how marketing plans support them.
- Manage marketing activity plans, Asana tasks, and deliverables for assigned programs.
- Act as liaison between Cascade teams, utility marketing, and creative team to coordinate marketing activities.
- Lead meetings and ensure timely execution of marketing plans.
Program Marketing – Promotional Activities
- Oversee content creation, social media, landing pages, ads, and other promotions per the marketing plan.
- Apply audience targeting, SEO, and messaging guidelines to deliverables.
- Work with experts and content teams to author or refine content as needed.
Program Marketing - Copywriting and Collateral Development
- Assist in creating marketing materials, presentations, photography, and videos.
- Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and project teams for brochures, fact sheets, and white papers.
- Ensure all materials align with branding guidelines and support regular newsletter publication.
Program Marketing - Website and Social Media
- Work with SMEs and marketing specialists to draft website and landing page content.
- Maintain program websites with up-to-date information.
- Manage event announcements and technical material on social media and coordinate paid campaigns, tracking KPIs.
Event/Tradeshow Planning & Execution:
- Plan and execute B2B events and tradeshows, handling logistics, vendor management, booth design, and coordination.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with company goals and brand standards.
- Manage event budgets for cost efficiency and develop promotional strategies with marketing teams.
- Coordinate travel, event registration, attendee engagement, and post-event follow-up.
- Track and report event performance, preparing quarterly reports and meeting updates.
Program Marketing - Event Planning & Execution:
- Plan and execute events that promote company programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Manage event timelines, budgets, and resources for smooth execution.
Affiliation Administration:
- Maximize benefits from affiliation memberships by tracking opportunities for networking, sponsorships, media, and speaking engagements.
- Oversee membership renewals, ensuring coordination with Accounts Payable.
- Report on affiliations during quarterly meetings
General:
- Support annual event and affiliation strategic planning.
- Maintain an up-to-date event calendar and manage standard processes for capturing leads and feedback.
- Stay informed on industry trends and collaborate with stakeholders to identify growth opportunities.
This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position located in Portland Oregon. Must be available in-office to prepare and organize event materials, booth light boxes, banners, swag, and other event related items. Expectation is an average of in office 2-3 days per week.
Up to 25% travel is expected for this role, consisting primarily of travel to about 4 major events per year and team building activities.
Qualifications
Applicants for this role are required to have:
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2+ years of experience in event management, tradeshow coordination, or a related role.
- Proven track record of successfully coordinating B2B events and tradeshows.
- Excellent organizational, project management, and multitasking skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Our total rewards include competitive pay and excellent benefits. These include health (90% paid for team member, 70% paid for dependents on HDHP plans and 85% paid for team member, 65% paid for dependents on PPO plans), vision, FSA or HSA options with an employer contribution, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, 401k retirement plan with a guaranteed 3% contribution, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), annual cash performance bonus, paid vacation, sick time, and an inclusive, flexible paid holiday policy, wellbeing contribution of $500 for HSA, FSA, or LSA (Lifestyle Spending Account).
The salary range for this position in Portland, Oregon is $69,600 - $85,000. However, final salary offered may vary depending on non-discriminatory factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experiences.
Application Process
Please submit a current resume (PDF). We would also appreciate a letter of interest (PDF) describing why our team or the position resonates with you, and how your experience makes you a great choice for the role. If you submit a letter, please combine it with your resume in one PDF document.
- Please, no phone calls.
- Please, no outside recruiters or agencies.
- Cascade Energy is not able to provide sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S., which includes OPT.
AAP/EEO Statement
Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion and religious practices, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or family, marital, or veteran status. To request a reasonable accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact the Cascade recruiter.
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