Job Details

Posted Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Department: Commercial

Reports to: Commercial Director

Compensation: Base salary range $85,000 - $110,000, with potential for additional commission structure. Commensurate Skills and Experience

Hours: Full-time; Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

• Two weeks of paid vacation
• Eight & a half paid holidays per year
• Two paid flexible holidays per year
• ICHRA Health Insurance Reimbursement or Health Insurance Reimbursement
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Other benefits accrue over the first 3-24 months, including: additional paid vacation, no-cost primary medical care membership, 401k with matching, and quarterly profit sharing

Place of Work: Corporate Headquarters - 1730 South Street, Redding CA, 96001

Company Overview

Maas Energy Works is the leading developer and operator of agricultural waste-to-energy systems in the United States. The Company designs, develops, constructs, and operates biogas renewable energy generation systems, primarily on dairy farms. Our projects include anaerobic digesters, biogas-powered electric generation, and renewable natural gas upgrading.

Position Description
The Regional Director of Renewable Gas Placement is responsible for expanding the placement and utilization of Maas Energy Works' carbon-negative Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) in regional markets. This role requires expertise in the RIN (Renewable Identification Number) and LCFS (Low Carbon Fuel Standard) renewable gas markets, as well as a strong understanding of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and its implications for renewable energy initiatives. The role focuses on originating and managing biogas offtake contracts, building relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring the company leverages regulatory opportunities to maximize revenue and environmental impact.

Responsibilities

• Market Expansion: Identify and secure opportunities for RNG placement in regional markets, focusing on truck fleets, universities, utilities, municipalities, and corporations.
• Bid Participation: Identify, register and ready bid submissions for municipal RNG RFPs.
• Contract Management: Lead negotiations for biogas offtake agreements, ensuring compliance with RIN, LCFS, and IRA regulations.
  Regulatory Expertise: Stay updated on policies related to the RIN & LCFS markets and the Inflation Reduction Act advising internal teams on strategic implications.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with energy brokers, utilities, gas transportation companies, and potential offtakers.
• Business Development: Develop and execute regional strategies for RNG placement, including market assessments and financial analysis.
• Representation: Represent the company at regional and national industry events, fostering connections and promoting Maas Energy Works' RNG solutions.
• Reporting: Analyze and report on market trends, project performance, and placement outcomes to internal stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Proven experience in renewable fuels or energy markets, with knowledge of GHG reduction policies and regulations.
• Strong financial and data analysis skills; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VBA preferred) and other Office applications.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with excellent communication, decision-making, and negotiation skills.
• Availability for occasional travel to client meetings and industry events.
• Knowledge of the biogas, renewable natural gas, or waste-to-energy industries is a plus.
• Must be proficient in English

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demand Requirements

Work Environment
This job mainly operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role with some travel required. This would require the ability to walk up and down stairs, and to enter, travel in, and exit vehicles and airplanes.