Building Automation Systems Specialist

We are searching for a Building Automation Systems Specialist to join our team at Oregon State Treasury. This position is responsible to maintain and optimize our state-of-the-art building's automated systems.

The Oregon State Treasury (OST) facility is a demonstration of resilient design, designed to protect occupants from a Cascadia Subduction Zone magnitude 9.0 earthquake, floods, wildfires, windstorms, and/or a volcanic eruption. It is designed to be operational 24/7 post-disaster for the 100 full-time OST staff, as well as support visiting staff from other state agencies. Our building has received the following awards/certifications:

• First US Resiliency Council Platinum Building in Oregon

• First US Resiliency Council Base-Isolated Structure in the United States

• AIA Oregon 2030 Award 2022

• Targeting International Living Future Institute (ILFI) Net Zero Energy Certification

This position will lead the configuration, integration, and maintenance of systems, while optimizing energy efficiency and operational resiliency. The person in this role will work as part of a three-person facilities team. Our building is one of the most technologically advanced facilities in the state, featuring integrated building automation platforms, a Schneider microgrid, and systems to achieve net-zero energy goals.

We are seeking someone who has experience and exposure to maintaining a state-of-the-art building and is excited about learning all of the ins and outs of this amazing building.

Job Duties Summary

• Maintain and oversee the operation of advanced Business Automation Systems (BAS) technologies, including the Niagara Framework, Schneider Microgrid, and CopperTree Analytics.

• Use BAS data and performance metrics to identify and prioritize facilities-related issues, such as anomalies in HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems.

• Develop recommendations for addressing system inefficiencies or failures, presenting options to management for resolution.

• Collaborate with facilities staff and contractors to coordinate responses to maintenance issues and ensure timely resolution.

• Maintain system documentation, including normal operating conditions, vendor service reports, and troubleshooting guides.

• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity protocols to safeguard BAS operations and connected systems.

• Coordinate with IT to ensure proper oversight of the subnet dedicated to the BAS, including configuration and management of connected components.

• Manage and maintain all non-TCP/IP network architecture, such as Modbus and other proprietary communication protocols, to ensure seamless integration and reliability of BAS components.

• Design and implement system changes and upgrades in Treasury facilities to improve performance, resiliency, and energy efficiency.

• Lead the implementation of building automation systems at new facilities as needed, ensuring compatibility with existing platforms and alignment with organizational standards.

• Conduct system testing and commissioning to verify functionality and adherence to specifications for all networked and non-networked components.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all system architectures, including network diagrams, component configurations, and vendor interactions.

• Oversee the operation and performance of the Schneider Microgrid, including managing solar photovoltaic systems and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

• Make strategic decisions to balance energy efficiency and resiliency, such as shedding non-critical loads during emergencies and leveraging BESS to reduce peak daytime energy demand.

• Conduct quarterly energy analyses to identify opportunities for system optimization and cost savings.

• Oversee ongoing commissioning activities to ensure all systems are operating efficiently and deficiencies are addressed.

• Prepare annual reports on net-zero energy performance, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

• Plan and oversee multi-facility projects, including system upgrades, expansions, and new implementations.

• Develop project scopes of work, budgets, and timelines, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including contractors, vendors, and internal teams, providing regular updates on project progress.

• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions during project execution.

• Document all project-related decisions, outcomes, and lessons learned to inform future initiatives.

Work Schedule

This position will have the opportunity for a hybrid (remote and in-office) work location schedule; in-office work will be predominately from Treasury's Salem office . Occasional work will be performed at Treasury's office in Tigard. This position will work from the office up to three days a week with additional days in the office for facilities office coverage and other business needs.

Salary Range

$84,840 - $130,416 annually.

Job Classification

This position is classified as a Facilities Engineer 3 . This position is a SEIU represented position .

Required Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in either Civil, Electrical, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management Engineering, or Energy Management Engineering; AND four years of engineering experience.

Desired Attributes

Job Specific Attributes

• Experience with building automation systems.

• Proficiency with integrating mechanical systems, including HVAC, with building automation systems.

• Experience with advanced energy systems including microgrids and battery energy storage systems.

• Experience with energy saving practices.

• Building Automation System network architecture.

Core Attributes

• Respect - Treats all individuals fairly and respectfully; works effectively with others; fosters an environment where opportunities to thrive are available to all; respects different values and viewpoints.

• Teamwork - Acts in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner, recognizes the worth of others, and places the good of the team ahead of personal objectives.

• Flexibility - Demonstrates willingness to change to meet organizational needs, professionally handles discomfort with a changing work environment, and remains calm in stressful situations.

• Communication - Effectively articulates and exchanges information with internal and external stakeholders. Is prompt in responding to questions and inquiries.

• Initiative - Takes appropriate action without waiting for explicit instructions, generates creative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.

• Critical Thinking - Identifies and weighs options, makes sound decisions after reviewing all relevant information, plans for potential problems, takes calculated risks, and recognizes impact of solutions.

• Time Management - Prioritizes and manages time effectively across various competing tasks, demonstrating focus and adaptability, arriving on time for meetings, and meeting deadlines.

• Attention to Detail - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing tasks.

How to Apply

You are required to upload your resume and a cover letter describing how you meet the desired attributes listed above.

Please make sure the attributes and qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your application materials. Following these instructions and providing this information will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.

We will accept applications through the job announcement closing date, however, we may close this recruitment early, if we receive a well-qualified applicant pool. If interested, please apply early.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Low employee premium share for medical, dental, vision, and basic employee life (1% or 5% employee share);

• Robust paid leave package, such as vacation, personal business, holidays, sick leave, and floating day of leave;

• PERS retirement benefits;

• Support with training and development;

• Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF);

• Optional benefits include optional life, short & long term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, Oregon Savings Growth Plan (deferred compensation plan), flexible spending accounts, long term care insurance, employee assistance program, and more!

About Oregon State Treasury

Oregon State Treasury is focused on improving the financial well-being of all Oregonians. We provide low-cost programs for governments, and empower Oregonians to invest in themselves and their loved ones for a more secure future. We are committed to cultivating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We value and support the collective differences in who we are and celebrate the fact that everyone comes to the table as their own unique individual. We believe this commitment empowers our success and makes Oregon State Treasury an excellent place to work. As Treasury employees, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion makes this a safe environment for us to ask questions, learn, and grow, and helps us to better serve Oregonians.

Our Values and Principles

INTEGRITY---INNOVATION---DIVERSITY---TRUST---PROFESSIONALISM---ACCESSIBILITY

Please visit the following webpage to learn more about Oregon State Treasury: https://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Pages/index.aspx

Special Information

• Prospective employees are subject to an extensive background check that may include, but not be limited to, validation of all application materials, prior employment, and professional references, driving records and fingerprint-based state and federal criminal and civil records. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• OST does not offer visa sponsorships, and within three days of hire, the successful candidate will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. To receive preference you MUST attach appropriate documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

• OST is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce.

• Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Oregon State Treasury will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please call Oregon State Treasury at 503-378-4000 and request to be connected to Human Resources.