Project Coordinator, Energy Efficiency

Strategic Energy Innovations (SEI) is a non-profit organization based in San Rafael, Marin County.  Through funding from federal, state, municipal, private foundations and other client organizations, SEI helps school districts, colleges and universities, municipal governments, affordable housing and utility clients to design and implement energy efficiency, conservation and renewable energy initiatives, in addition to offering green workforce trainings and career advancement resources. 

We approach energy savings from several different perspectives and on many levels.  Drawing from a broad range of practical knowledge, we create networks of individuals and communities that are key to successful sustainable energy projects.  Our staff members work closely in a team-oriented environment supporting each other on projects and creatively developing new opportunities. 

We're looking for a resourceful individual to join our staff that enjoys supporting multiple projects simultaneously and has the ambition to grow with our organization. More details on current SEI programs and services can be found at SEI.  

Position Overview: 

SEI is seeking a Project Coordinator to support 2 of our key sectors; primarily to Higher Education and secondarily to Sustainable Communities. This position requires significant technical knowledge related to energy and climate change, which will be utilized in analytic, implementation and training activities across a variety of energy efficiency, renewable energy, and climate protection topics. 

This is a full time position based out of SEI’s San Rafael office, working typical hours, Monday-Friday, with occasional field support. Target start date is April 1 and applications must be submitted as soon as possible.

The Project Coordinator reports to and supports the activities of SEI Program Directors and other staff as needed, focusing on planning and implementing SEI programs. Initially, the Project Coordinator will be involved principally with our campus based sustainability programs and also with our Sustainable Communities Sector of SEI.

We are looking for candidates who can work comfortably and professionally with diverse clients and constituents including community college and 4-year degree university students/staff, and local government department staff, policy makers and community stakeholders.

Both with college students and adult populations, the Project Coordinator will be involved in all phases of program implementation.  

Responsibilities:

Overall:

• Assist with the planning and implementation of various initiatives (that includes supporting grant/proposal writing, project scoping, budgeting, implementation, reporting and related follow up). Help to plan and present program-related conference presentations, workshops and events.
• Plan and facilitate program-related meetings and provide for associated logistical support.
• Prepare reports and spreadsheets quantifying and tabulating results.
• Support the breadth of SEI programs and program areas as time and funding priorities dictate and as directed by immediate supervisor.

Higher Education Sector:

• Recruit, train and manage teams of college student interns as they implement projects designed to reduce energy waste across campus.  Review and providing feedback on intern activities, reviewing and confirming quantitative and qualitative project metrics.
• Consult with campus stakeholders (faculty and staff) on technical and behavior-based project planning and implementation, for efforts both on campus and in the surrounding community.
• Design and lead energy-related technical trainings to high school and college students, new workers and those transitioning into the green trades.

Municipal Sector:

• Conduct quantitative analysis of energy measures and strategies, develop greenhouse gas inventories and climate action plans
• Facilitate municipal client decision-making about sustainability topics through workshops and meetings.
• Research and document municipal best practices in sustainability policy, programs and funding. 
• Develop recommendations to clients on the availability of technical, educational and financial resources for energy efficiency, building performance, climate change and other sustainability topics.

Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will possess the following qualities, skills, and experience:

Content Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in a quantitative discipline, environmental studies, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with quantification of energy uses and impacts and climate change metrics, preferably derived from involvement in 1 or more greenhouse gas inventory and/or climate action plan projects.
• Demonstrated background and success designing and leading trainings across technical topics (e.g.: energy efficiency and clean energy essentials, energy auditing, whole building performance, etc.)
• Knowledge of national, state and local environmental policies and relevant policy mechanisms for addressing energy efficiency, renewable energy and climate change in a community setting.
• Experience teaching and/or managing groups of high school and college-aged youth on environmental and energy subjects.

General Skills:

• Strong verbal, written communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong experience with and interest in data analysis and quantification (e.g. excel-based analytics, economics, statistics, building science)
• Experience as a trainer and presenter.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow through to meet multiple, concurrent deadlines.
• Strong experience with and interest in information technologies along with competency across the Microsoft suite of office automation software (e.g.: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Personal Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build rapport with a wide range of people.
• Ability to work both under direct supervision and independently.

Additional Valued Skills:

• Curriculum development
• Familiarity operating within municipal (city/county) structures and staff
• Use of online social media, video editing or website creation.

Compensation: SEI offers a competitive salary and benefits package.  Qualified applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter describing their interest in this position and salary requirement.

To Apply:

Please email cover letter and resume to Strategic Energy Innovations. No phone calls please. 

Strategic Energy Innovations is an equal opportunity employer.