Monitoring Lead
Job Requisition: Monitoring Lead – Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
MUST HAVE TEXAS ENERGY PROGRAMS EXPERIENCE (e.g., "HOMES" & "HEAR")
Requisition ID: N/A
Title: Monitoring Lead
Department: BWG State and Local Government Line of Business
Reports To: Project Manager/Project Director
Location: Austin, TX (hybrid/on-site)
Contract Term:
Start Date: March 2026
Rate/Range: Negotiable
Posting Date:
Expiration Date: 02/13/26
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
The Monitoring Lead will coordinate all monitoring activities and reporting for the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Energy Rebates Programs, including the HOMES and HEAR programs. This role ensures compliance with federal and state guidelines, oversees program performance, and supports quality assurance and reporting requirements throughout all program phases.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Oversight & Compliance
- Coordinate monitoring activities for HOMES and HEAR programs during Early Administration, Full Performance, and Closeout phases.
- Ensure Implementor compliance with DOE and SECO programmatic requirements, including energy savings thresholds, income verification, and administrative cost caps.
- Monitor adherence to quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) protocols, including geotagged installation photos and on-site inspections.
- Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare and submit monthly oversight reports, quarterly compliance reports, and annual consolidated compliance reports to SECO.
- Maintain corrective action logs and ensure timely resolution of performance deficiencies.
- Validate applicant eligibility through statistical sampling and confidence-level analysis.
- Monitoring Plan Development
- Develop and maintain Oversight and Monitoring Plans and Quality Management Plans in accordance with DOE and SECO requirements.
- Provide recommendations for addressing compliance issues within legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Serve as primary liaison for monitoring activities between SECO, CPA, and Implementor teams.
- Participate in monthly performance review meetings and respond to inquiries within required timeframes.
- Provide training assistance to CPA staff on monitoring best practices.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Energy Policy, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in program monitoring, compliance, or regulatory oversight, preferably in federal or state energy programs.
- Familiarity with DOE programs, energy-efficiency technologies, and 2 CFR Part 200 compliance requirements.
- Strong knowledge of data privacy standards and handling of Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
- Proficiency in data analysis, reporting tools, and compliance auditing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with grant-funded programs and federal reporting requirements.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Knowledge of HOMES and HEAR program guidelines and energy rebate structures.
Core Competencies
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Problem-solving and corrective action planning skills.
Additional Requirements
- Must pass a criminal background check.
- Must complete cybersecurity training as required by Texas CPA.
- Ability to travel for on-site inspections and meetings as needed.
Work Conditions
- Hybrid/on-site Texas wide
- Occasional travel within Texas may be required
- Standard business hours; overtime may be necessary for deadlines
Application Instructions
Please submit a resume that demonstrates relevant experience to:
