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Oregon Solar + Storage Industries Association (OSSIA) is looking for Program Director in Portland, OR.
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Oregon Solar + Storage Industries Association (OSSIA) — Program Director

Post Date: January 30, 2024

Job Title: Program Director

Location: Oregon, preferably the Portland Metro area, Remote

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resumé, and references by email to ...@oseia.org with “Program Director Application” included in the subject line. Email questions to ...@oseia.org; direct applicants only, no search or placement firms. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week.

THE ORGANIZATION(S)

Founded in 1981, the Oregon Solar + Storage Industries Association (OSSIA) is the state's solar industry trade association. OSSIA's mission is to make solar energy a significant energy source in Oregon and expand the market by strengthening the industry and developing a skilled and stable workforce. Leading over 100 solar businesses throughout Oregon and the more than 4,000 individuals working within the industry, OSSIA advances policy, removes market barriers, highlights emerging trends, and promotes outreach and education.

The Oregon Solar Energy Education Fund (OSEEF) is the 501c3 sibling organization of OSSIA. OSEEF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to supporting solar education and regulatory reform in Oregon. By partnering with solar companies, workforce development organizations, current and future solar workers, solar regulators, and forward-looking policymakers we're breaking down barriers to expanding solar energy as a vital part of a clean and renewable energy mix.

OSSIA/OSEEF are small but mighty organizations. Staff and volunteer Boards of Directors support each other and work collaboratively to advance our goals. We celebrate our successes and navigate our challenges together.

OSSIA & OSEEF are serious about equity!

OSSIA & OSEEF are committed to making equity a reality in the solar industry. OSSIA and OSEEF staff and board created an equity-informed Strategic Plan and are working on implementation, making it a great time to impact our future. The only way to achieve our vision to provide universal access to solar energy is by being equitable and inclusive of all races, classes, nationalities, abilities, genders, romantic partner choices, and other communities pushed to the margins by institutions.

THE POSITION

The solar industry provides good paying jobs and needs skilled workers, but is 90% white and 80% male; OSSIA seeks to redirect this trajectory through our work. OSSIA is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Program Director with strong relationship building skills who has connections and experience working with women, LGBTQIA+, and communities of color. The core of the position is to lead and manage workforce development programs and projects in order to expand the solar workforce in an equitable way that builds value for communities and the industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Direct and manage the workforce development programs: The Program Director strengthens culturally-relevant partnerships with under-represented communities. Specific tasks include coordinating with partners and partnership development; developing and implementing educational and networking programs, including trainings and internships; managing content and logistics for an annual career expo and summer youth camps; conducting research, planning, assessments; and reporting for current and future programs.
• Administer the Licensed Renewable Technician (LRT) apprenticeship program: Support the LRT apprenticeship board and its quarterly meetings, implement policies and standards, direct all administrative procedures and refine for efficiency. Work with both LRT apprentices to help them navigate the process and also with solar companies to help them find good workers.
• Grant-writing and administration: Working closely with the Executive Director, write grant applications and reports, manage project budgets, and track and submit invoices.
• Provide administrative and communication support: Manage and provide support for some day-to-day administrative activities of OSSIA and OSEEF including events, some fiscal activities, membership communications, web content management, and other ancillary duties in consultation with Executive Director and/or other assigned OSSIA/OSEEF personnel.
• Supervise Program Staff: Supervise workforce development program staff on day-to-day implementation of programs and projects with clear and consistent communication. Create clear roles, assignments, and objective performance measurements. Check-in with staff weekly to monitor progress and give guidance.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

OSSIA/OSEEF seeks a well-rounded Program Director with a track record of managing programs, experience supervising staff, a high level of organization, and the ability to balance competing priorities and work independently. A successful candidate will have a passion for equity and experience working with communities of color and/or other historically disadvantaged communities.

Desired additional qualifications:

• 2-4 years experience leading multiple programs or projects
• 2-4 years experience supervising staff
• A track record of administering and/or managing programs, projects and events
• Experience managing relationships with partner organizations
• Non-profit experience working with a Board of Directors, members, donors, or other stakeholders and benefactors
• Ability to have a regular presence in the Portland Metro area for meetings with staff, members and external stakeholders
• Ability to travel across Oregon and on occasion outside the state for trainings and meetings with members and external stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; skilled in writing clear and concise reports and speaking with stakeholders from different backgrounds
• Experience creating, managing and tracking budgets and records on multiple projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Google Docs, and other databases

COMPENSATION

Salary range is $65,000-$75,000/year for the full-time position

Health care and vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Three weeks of vacation in the first year, increasing to four weeks of vacation in the fifth year

11 holidays, plus 5 holiday adders, which make a holiday weekend a four-day weekend

Flexible work schedule

All work-related travel expenses are reimbursed.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resumé, and references by email to ...@oseia.org with “Program Director Application” included in the subject line. Email questions to ...@oseia.org; direct applicants only, no search or placement firms. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week. Application review will begin January 24th, 2025.

Full job description and how to apply at www.orssia.org