BIL Coaching Series

Don’t navigate WAP BIL alone! Join our six-month coaching series to learn about grant management, compliance, workforce development and more.  Connect with peers and achieve your goals.

The registration deadline for this year’s BIL Coaching Series has passed, and the series officially began on October 8. Be sure to check back regularly for session slides, which will be uploaded after each session.

  • October 8, 2024 | 2pm EST
  • November 12, 2024 | 2pm EST
  • December 10. 2024 | 2 pm EST
  • January 14, 2025 | 2pm EST
  • March 11, 2025 | 2pm EST
  • April 14, 2025 | 2pm EST

Title: Weatherization New State Manager Training

Description: This series of webinars are tailored specifically for the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) new state managers. This training program is essential in getting off on the right foot by combining high level overview with more detailed processes unique to the weatherization program. Training will provide valuable insights into program management, workforce development, and compliance. Participants will gain actionable knowledge on budgeting, onboarding new staff, managing multiple funding streams, and adopting best practices in delivering weatherization services.

Webinar Series Outline:

Session 1: WAP 101 [Slides]

  • Overview of the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
  • DOE-WAP and HHS-LIHEAP funding structures
  • Key regulations and guidelines for grantees and new staff

Session 2: ACPU Management and Best Practices [Slides]

  • Program Regulations and DOE Guidelines
  • Budget and production planning
  • Best Practices for ACPU and managing ethical operations

Session 3: Navigating Compliance for BIL [Slides]

  • Davis-Bacon Act compliance essentials
  • Build America, Buy America (BABA)
  • NEPA / SHPO Federal Compliance
  • Best practices for ensuring ethical operations

Session 4: Enhancing Program Management Skills

  • The annual timeline of Grantee’s role and responsibilities
  • Managing the Subgrantee relationship and communications
  • Identifying Key Performance Indicators to measure success

Session 5: Optimizing Operations and Best Practices

  • Leveraging available funding sources
  • Tracking and reporting planned vs. actual Production
  • Effective energy audits and priority lists
  • Managing compliance requirements and improving efficiency

Session 6: Workforce Development and Training

  • Onboarding and training new employees effectively
  • Facilitating networks and building connections with contractors
  • Addressing workforce needs and supporting programmatic success

Ready to learn? Click this link or scan the QR code below to fill out the registration form!