Senior Project Coordinator

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~ Strategic Energy Innovations - Helping Communities Embrace Sustainability ~

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 sources, SEI is
committed to actions that sustain our planet. We achieve this goal by
partnering with community groups that are integral to local climate and energy
solutions, such as housing providers, schools, colleges and universities, and
municipal governments.

Our staff works closely in a team-oriented environment
supporting each other on projects and creatively developing new models and
approaches. We're looking for a resourceful individual to join our team who
enjoys leading and supporting multiple concurrent projects and has the ambition
to grow with our organization.

Check out our Website and Facebook page for more details on our programs and services.

Position Overview

SEI is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to support our Education and Sustainable Communities sectors. This position requires some technical expertise and knowledge related to energy and sustainability topics in order to analyse data, implement projects and train program participants across a variety of energy efficiency, renewable energy and climate protection programs. 

This is a full time position based out of SEI's San Rafael office, working typical hours, Monday-Friday, with occasional travel and field support. Target start date is immediate. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

Responsibilities

The Senior Project Coordinator reports to and supports the activities
of SEI Executive Director and other director staff, in addition to leading projects
and programs.

We are looking for
candidates who can work comfortably and professionally with a diverse set of colleagues,
partners, clients and program participants, that include: school
administrators, instructors and facilities staff, federal, state and local government
department staff, policy makers, community stakeholders, financial and technical
service providers.

The Senior Project
Coordinator will be involved in all phases of projects, from design and fundraising,
to planning, implementation, evaluation and reporting. This team member will
manage other staff and partners supporting their projects, providing
appropriate direction and oversight.

Responsibilities include: 

• Conduct quantitative analysis
  of energy measures and strategies, identifying and tailoring promising and
  proven approaches to funder / participant needs and interests.
• Lead and/or assist on programs
  focused primarily on our efforts within our K-12 Education and Sustainable
  Communities sectors.
• Establish and expand strategic
  contacts and relationships, and our agency’s reputation as an innovator, expert
  and thought partner by representing the organization externally at select conferences,
  workshops, meetings and events.
• Flexible to support the
  breadth of SEI programs and projects as time and funding priorities dictate.
• Facilitate school district
  and municipal staff decision-making on climate, energy and sustainability issues
  through a variety of group forums and targeted discussions/meetings.
• Research and document best
  practices in climate and clean energy policy, standards and programs.
• Develop recommendations for
  accessing technical, educational and financial resources for energy efficiency,
  building performance, solar/renewable energy, climate change and related topics.
• Interface with Educators,
  Students, Teachers, Administrators in the K-12 sector, creating innovative approaches
  to working with schools and community through a variety of project management
  responsibilities.
• Assist with all aspects of
  our education and municipal projects and programs, including grant/proposal
  writing, planning, implementation and reporting.
• Plan, facilitate and support
  instructor, student, staff, community and professional program-related trainings
  and events relating to energy efficiency, conservation and climate protection,
  as well as perform associated logistical support. 

Qualifications

Content Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree
  (Master’s preferred) in a quantitative discipline, environmental studies, or
  related field or equivalent work experience.
• 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 with
  quantification of energy uses and impacts and climate change metrics, preferably
  derived from direct involvement in municipal climate/energy action planning.
• Demonstrated
  background and success designing and leading group trainings on technical
  topics (e.g.: energy efficiency, solar energy, energy auditing, climate change,
  building performance, etc.)
• Broad
  understanding of energy conservation, energy efficiency, and renewable energy
  concepts and topics, evidenced by pursuit of additional coursework, seminars
  and professional certifications.
• Knowledge, experience
  and interest working in the K-12 education sector, with traditional or
  non-traditional teaching. Understanding of the organizational mechanisms of
  school districts highly desired.  

General Skills: 

• Evidence of strong
  verbal and written communication, analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience and
  ease working with superiors, peers, junior staff, partners, clients,
  constituents.
• Prior people management,
  mentoring and supervision skills, including ability to convey direction in a
  positive, constructive and succinct manner.
• Aptitude for interpersonal rapport building
  and working collaboratively with others.
• Strong experience
  with and interest in data analysis and quantification (e.g. Excel-based
  analytics, economics, statistics, Building Science calculations)
• Track record for
  successfully taking on a growing body of work, associated tasks & deliverables.
• Recent case
  studies serving as a successful trainer and presenter.
• Exceptional time
  management and organizational skills and ability to self-manage and follow
  through to ably meet multiple, concurrent deadlines.
• Familiarity and
  interest working across various office automation, group share and technical applications
  software.
• Ability to work under
  direct supervision, collaboratively in teams/ partners, or independently.  

Additional Valued Skills: 

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

Compensation: SEI offers a competitive annual salary for this position in the range
of $48,000 - $55,000 plus benefits.  

To Apply

Qualified applicants should use the email address below to send a resume and brief cover letter
describing how their interest, qualifications, and experience are a perfect
match for this position, to Strategic Energy Innovations.  

Note: Please, no phone calls. 

~ Strategic
Energy Innovations is an equal opportunity employer ~