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• About Us Elizabethtown Gas is a natural gas utility company that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas to over 300,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Union, Middlesex, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, and Mercer counties. At our core, we’re dedicated to being a committed community partner, delivering exceptional customer service and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future. At Elizabethtown Gas, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Whether you’re a seasoned operations technician or an early-career legal professional, our culture, inclusive workforce, and leadership development and training programs will provide you with the tools you need to either kickstart your career or bring it to new heights. Position Summary The Residential Account Manager for Elizabethtown Gas’s Union Division is responsible for growing residential customer conversions through proactive sales outreach, contractor engagement, and community involvement. This field-based role focuses on converting homes to natural gas and supporting customers through the conversion journey. This position will require travel to other Elizabethtown Gas offices and may require work outside of normal business hours as needed for customer appointments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Execute targeted sales strategies to convert on-main prospects to natural gas service. Leverage cold calling, door-to-door outreach, and neighborhood canvassing to generate leads. Provide clear guidance to customers on the conversion process and expected timelines. Develop partnerships with contractors and trade professionals to build a strong referral network. Track all customer and sales activity using Salesforce and maintain accurate documentation. Promote energy efficiency program benefits during the onboarding process. Attend sales trainings, team meetings, and community engagement events. Work in the field, including site visits in varying environmental conditions. Qualifications Required Background: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; Master’s degree with 0 years of relevant experience; Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM systems and Microsoft Office. Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales goals. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Strong initiative, problem-solving capabilities, and ability to work independently. Explore the Possibilities South Jersey Industries employs a diverse range of talent – from construction contractors to environmental specialists. Regardless of the position, mentoring and networking, hands-on experience, gaining industry knowledge and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our business and in our communities are all exciting ways that we welcome our employees at SJI. And as a company committed to creating an engaging culture built on inclusion and diversity, you’re sure to find an opportunity that makes you feel included, empowered, and ready to “bring your whole self to work” every day. Benefits Package Overview SJI offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The SJI “Total Rewards” Benefits Package include: Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k), with generous company match Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer At this time, SJI is only considering applicants authorized to work in the United States currently and in the future without the need for visa sponsorship. SJI, an energy infrastructure holding company based in Folsom, NJ, delivers energy services to customers through two primary subsidiaries: SJI Utilities (SJIU) and SJI Energy Enterprises (SJIEE). SJIU houses the company’s regulated natural gas utility operations, delivering safe, reliable and affordable natural gas to more than 700,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers across New Jersey via its South Jersey Gas and Elizabethtown Gas subsidiaries. SJIEE houses the company’s non-utility operations primarily focused on clean energy development and decarbonization via renewable energy production and energy management activities. Visit sjindustries.com for more information about SJI and its subsidiaries.