Executive Director

~ The Virginia Energy Efficiency Council (VAEEC) seeks to assess and support programs, innovation, best practices and policies which grow implementation of energy efficiency in Virginia and provide a forum for stakeholder interaction. ~

Energy Efficiency is a widely implemented resource providing cost effective solutions for Virginia.The Virginia Energy Efficiency Council's members include the leading energy efficiency organizations and firms based or doing energy efficiency business in Virginia.

Members include energy service companies, electricity and natural gas utilities, engineering firms, nongovernmental organizations, universities, contractors, consultants, software companies, and energy efficiency program implementers.

Together we are expanding the breadth and depth of our industry by supporting energy efficiency as a resource available to meet Virginia's energy needs. 

Position Overview

The Executive Director (ED) of the VAEEC will work with our members and stakeholders to grow the organization and fulfill our mission. The ED will do so by effectively by working in a mutually supportive manner with the Governance board and in response to recruitment, funding, and outreach opportunities.

The ED will lead the effort to develop and implement a strategic plan for the Council, manage committees, and generally seek to positively influence relevant policy or regulation being explored or enacted at the state of federal level.

This is a leadership position that requires initiative and a passion for the mission. Requires event management and organization skills.

This is a 30 hour/week position, however, our goal is to grow the ED to a full-time position in the near term through successful fundraising. The ED reports to the VAEEC Board of Directors (BoD). 

Responsibilities 

• Report to the VAEEC Board of Directors. Keep them informed and manage the organization within budget, adhere to policies, and execute plans approved by the BoD.
• Work with Board to develop and implement a 1 and 3 year strategic plan.
• Work with Treasurer to develop and manage budget for the organization, oversee financial transactions, ensure records and audit trails are in order.
• Raise funding to expand the position to full-time Q1 2016 through a combination of grants, sponsorship, and membership dues.
• Identify and manage grant-writing and written applications for foundation, utility, state, City, County and federal grants/contracts.
• Recruit sponsors for VAEEC's twice yearly member meetings.
• Retain past members and recruit new ones.
• Prepare annual Marking and Operations Plans in collaboration with the Body, affinity groups, and other informed advisors.
• Oversee member and community relations as well as coordination with other NGO's on mutual goals.
• Manage any VAEEC contracts and subcontracts.
• Maintain mutually-supportive relationships with the Board, staff and elected officials, utility companies, regulators and other public entities important to the organization.
• Serve as the main public representative of the organization, which includes interacting with the media, state and local electeds, the SCC, DMME, and the DEQ.
• Give presentations, attend critical community events and participate in appropriate professional activities in order to inform the public concerning the VAEEC's' mission programs and resources.
• On a continuous basis engage new, various sector clients in VAEEC's programs and activities.
• Oversee communications for the Council, including updating the website and our LinkedIn profile, and sending out newsletters.
• Handle other administrative duties, such as managing our yearly tax return. 

Qualifications  

Education: 

• Bachelor's Degree required, advanced degree preferred.

Work Experience: 

• 5-10 years of progressive professional experience, including senior management responsibilities.

Primary Skills: 

• Demonstrated leadership experience professionally and in community/volunteer organizations.
• Ability to promote a vision, manage a complex organization, and drive its growth.
• Successful fundraising experience that may be tied to membership, sales, grant proposals, etc.
• Proven ability to network, work independently, and meet timelines and targets.
• Highly organized and good public speaker with experience planning and leading public meetings/events.
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of energy policy issues and energy technologies including weatherization, energy performance contracts, utility business models and regulation and the society benefits of energy efficiency.
• Drive, determination, and entrepreneurial spirit to work in a "start-up" environment.
• Non-profit experience useful but not required. 

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with qualifications of successful applicant.

To Apply 

All qualified candidates may apply by using the email address below to send a cover letter and resume to David Steiner, VAEEC Governance Board-Vice-Chair.

Note: Closing date for resumes is August 31, 2015 

~ VAEEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer ~