Overview
SR. ECONOMIC INCLUSION PROGRAM MANAGER NORTHWEST REGION
The Emerald Cities Collaborative (ECC) is a national non-profit organization that partners with labor unions, community organizations, environmental justice advocates, development intermediaries, research and technical assistance providers, and socially responsible businesses dedicated to building high road – sustainable, just and inclusive – regional economies. The Collaborative envisions a future in which American cities are the greenest and most equitable in the world, leading the way to head off global climate change while creating a vital new economic sector with low-income and BIPOC communities as central actors and beneficiaries in this new clean energy economy. Visit our website for more information: http://www.emeraldcities.org/
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Senior Economic Inclusion Manager will take the lead for the region for workforce development programs including the creation of the new Electrical Pathways program and supporting existing programs that advance Emerald Cities Collaborative’s mission to focus on creating family wage careers, and community wealth for BIPOC communities in clean energy, affordable housing, and other infrastructure projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Develop and manage the Electrical Pathways Program that will feature solar installer training, and an electrical pre-apprenticeship that will provide pathways to careers and diversity workers in the electrical trades.
2. Support increasing the diversity of workers in the clean energy economy by supporting ECC’s HVAC Training Program. Align training with careers in building engineering, the HVAC industry, affordable housing and building electrification efforts. Continually improve the outcomes of the program – providing successful career pathways for program graduates while managing the budget and assisting with fundraising.
3. Explore the development of new policies, programs and partnerships that support ECC’s goals of expanding living-wage career opportunities for BIPOC communities’ members in the clean energy sector through workforce development
4. Develop revenue-generating opportunities through grants and contracts to provide workforce development and other economic inclusion programs for public, non-profit and private sector organizations.
5. Participate in regional and national workforce development organizations and activities supporting Emerald Cities Collaborative’s mission and vision.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements:
● Minimum of 5 years of experience in workforce development and/or working with disadvantaged and/or BIPOC communities.
● Bachelor of Arts or equivalent life experience.
● Strong commitment to advancing racial, gender and social equity.
● Budget management experience.
● Experience managing staff.
Required Attributes:
● Strong leadership aptitude.
● Program design/development expertise.
● Communications/marketing to diverse communities and partners.
● Strategic and task oriented.
● History of working with and relationships with BIPOC community-based organizations and leaders.
● Success in working with multiple constituencies – labor, community, industry, and government.
● Strong writing, verbal communication, and analytical skills.
● Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work as a self-starting member of a team.
● Entrepreneurial.
● Ability to multi-task – organized and flexible.
Schedule & Location
The Sr. Economic Inclusion Manager, NW Region, position is based in Seattle, Washington.
Work week is Monday to Friday, Salaried position.
Work from home, with quarterly in-person meetings and on-site visits and meetings as needed to perform job related tasks.
TO APPLY
Complete the Indeed application, then send a resume and cover letter to Steve Gelb at sgelb@emeraldcities.org. Subject line should read “Sr Economic Inclusion Program Manager ” – [Your Name].
Women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other people from communities traditionally underrepresented in the environmental and energy efficiency sectors, are encouraged to apply.
Emerald Cities Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 – $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Seattle, WA 98101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98101