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Laura Selmer

@lauraselmer

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Energy efficiency analyst delivering compliant programs, funding, and community impact.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an energy efficiency role where I can lead program implementation, manage budgets and reporting, coordinate partners, and drive measurable community outcomes while meeting regulatory requirements.

I’m a Senior Energy Efficiency Analyst at Cape Light Compact, JPE, leading Mass Save program implementation for the Income Eligible residential offering across Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard. I focus on practical execution—building strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and stakeholders while keeping program operations aligned to community needs.

In this role, I manage an annual budget of ~$20M and contribute to multi-year planning filed with the Department of Public Utilities, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with regulatory standards. I also coordinate delivery through clear milestone tracking, proactive communication, and ongoing reporting that helps sustain eligibility and operational success.

From January 2023 to January 2026, I led Green Communities grant application processes for Cape and Vineyard communities, securing over $3M in competitive funding and managing grant reporting throughout the project lifecycle. I track municipal energy consumption and file annual reporting for participating towns, and I direct external engineering teams and utility partners to keep projects on time and customer experience strong.

Earlier in my career, I brought this same execution mindset to economic development work with the Town of Chapel Hill, including spearheading economic recovery initiatives with CARES and ARPA funding and directing redevelopment planning for a town-owned Brownfield site. I’ve also supported emergency management operations under the NIMS response model and managed day-to-day program and administrative operations—so I’m comfortable leading through deadlines, complexity, and stakeholder scrutiny.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Energy Efficiency Analyst

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Cape Light Compact, JPE

Jan 2026 - Present (6 months)

Led program implementation for the Mass Save Income Eligible residential program across Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard. Coordinated contractor/vendor/stakeholder partnerships and managed a ~$20M annual budget with multi-year planning filed with the Department of Public Utilities.

Mass Save Program Community Engagement Partnership Management Budget Management Multi Year Regulatory Filings Stakeholder Management

Energy Efficiency Analyst

Cape Light Compact, JPE

Jan 2023 - Jan 2026 (3 years)

Led Green Communities grant application processes for Cape and Vineyard communities, securing over $3M and managing grant reporting. Directed energy efficiency and decarbonization projects, provided Mass Save rebates for eligible projects, and delivered updates to town leadership and governance groups.

Grant Reporting Stakeholder Management Energy Efficiency And Decarbonization Program Delivery

Economic Development Manager

Town of Chapel Hill

Oct 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Spearheaded strategic planning and economic recovery initiatives using CARES and ARPA funding during the Covid-19 pandemic. Managed Brownfield redevelopment planning, supported ordinance approvals for expanded sidewalk dining and retail, and led transparent cross-functional project communications.

Strategic Planning Economic Recovery Planning CARES And ARPA Funding Ordinance Approval Support Brownfields Redevelopment Cross functional Leadership Community Engagement Stakeholder Management

Economic Development Specialist

Town of Chapel Hill

Jul 2019 - Oct 2021 (2 years 3 months)

Orchestrated marketing campaigns across multiple media platforms to promote business opportunities and community success stories. Supported Emergency Management operations during severe events under the NIMS response model.

Marketing Campaign Management Media Planning Emergency management

Program Coordinator

Town of Chapel Hill

Aug 2016 - Jul 2019 (2 years 11 months)

Managed special events and outreach to raise awareness of the Economic Development office and its programs for local and regional business communities. Provided financial and administrative support for contracts, invoicing, and RFPs/RFQs, using MUNIS financial software.

Contract Support Invoicing Financial administration MUNIS Financial Software

Admin Assistant I, Parks & Rec

City of Keene

Nov 2014 - Aug 2016 (1 year 9 months)

Improved departmental financial processes by eliminating audit deficiencies and secured grants to support program expansion. Oversaw staff development, streamlined operational processes, and created marketing materials using Adobe InDesign.

Grants Staff Development adobe indesign Marketing Materials

Admin Assistant, Public Works

City of Keene

Apr 2012 - Nov 2014 (2 years 7 months)

Provided front-line customer service and managed critical communications during emergency events and infrastructure projects. Administered payroll for 70+ employees across multiple union contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Customer Service Emergency Communications Escalation Management Payroll Administration Compliance Support Union Contract Support