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Workforce Program Manager
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GRID Alternatives
3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants
This range is provided by GRID Alternatives. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $70,304.00/yr - $83,000.00/yr
About GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities who need it most. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service-learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
What it's like at GRID… Our culture supports learning, growth and well‑being of all team members.
Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
About the role The Workforce Program Manager is responsible for overseeing regional job training programs, building funder and employer partnerships, collaborating with organizational leadership designing and implementing training materials, implementing onboarding processes, tracking trainee progress, and leading workforce coordinator staff.
Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of operations and management of workforce development and training programs
Grow the pool of trained job learners for the solar field for entry to mid-level positions through local partnerships and community outreach.
Maintain and build relationships with industry, government agencies, colleges/universities, community organizations, and workforce development partners
Supervise program coordinator staff, instructors, and other program staff in collaboration with the construction lead
Assist with learner onboarding and employment readiness curriculum as needed
Support in data analysis and provide suggestions for improvements
Facilitate formal feedback processes internally with affiliate training
Be a main point of contact for collaboration and communication with other affiliate departments and headquarters
Prepare reports and documentation to track and report program outcomes and achievements
Conduct job market research to identify available positions and potential employers
Build and maintain relationships with local employers, businesses and organizations to understand their hiring needs
Coordinate attendance for job fairs, networking events, and industry-specific meetings to connect job seekers with potential employers
Match trainees with suitable job openings and facilitate the application process
Provide ongoing support to trainees after placement, addressing any challenges or issues that may arise in their new roles
Maintain records of job placements, employer contacts, and job seeker progress
Coordinate payment of learner learning‑stipends
Budget and deliverable efforts as grantee and sub‑grantee
What you bring to the role
3+ years experience in non-profit program or project management
Experience in meeting planning and facilitation
Preferred Experience: Workforce development experience; Experience working locally with GRID’s target populations; Experience teaching or instructing; Experience in program budgeting and reporting; Supervision experience; Experience installing solar or doing other construction related activities; Organized with demonstrated success juggling multiple demands and adapting to changing priorities and workloads; Excellent writing skills, including developing planning documents, preparing and delivering reports; Ability to speak and write effectively and passionately about GRID’s work; Be a “self-starter” and hard‑working to initiate fundraising opportunities; Display a positive attitude, show genuine concern for mission, people, and community; Demonstrate presence, patience, and thorough listening ability;
Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In-depth knowledge of the solar/renewable energy industry; Formal case management training
Required Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive GRID vehicles as needed for work
Preferred Licenses and Certifications
CPR
First Aid
OSHA-10
Where you will sit and the places you may go This position is on‑site and may rarely require from 10% up to 25% out‑of‑town travel to regional offices and special projects. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required. GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use; applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Let's Talk Money! This is a full‑time salaried role, base range ($70,304- $82,000)
How We Take Care Of You Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO), 13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives! GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Services for Renewable Energy
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Workforce Program Manager
role at
GRID Alternatives
3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants
This range is provided by GRID Alternatives. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $70,304.00/yr - $83,000.00/yr
About GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities who need it most. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service-learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
What it's like at GRID… Our culture supports learning, growth and well‑being of all team members.
Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
About the role The Workforce Program Manager is responsible for overseeing regional job training programs, building funder and employer partnerships, collaborating with organizational leadership designing and implementing training materials, implementing onboarding processes, tracking trainee progress, and leading workforce coordinator staff.
Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of operations and management of workforce development and training programs
Grow the pool of trained job learners for the solar field for entry to mid-level positions through local partnerships and community outreach.
Maintain and build relationships with industry, government agencies, colleges/universities, community organizations, and workforce development partners
Supervise program coordinator staff, instructors, and other program staff in collaboration with the construction lead
Assist with learner onboarding and employment readiness curriculum as needed
Support in data analysis and provide suggestions for improvements
Facilitate formal feedback processes internally with affiliate training
Be a main point of contact for collaboration and communication with other affiliate departments and headquarters
Prepare reports and documentation to track and report program outcomes and achievements
Conduct job market research to identify available positions and potential employers
Build and maintain relationships with local employers, businesses and organizations to understand their hiring needs
Coordinate attendance for job fairs, networking events, and industry-specific meetings to connect job seekers with potential employers
Match trainees with suitable job openings and facilitate the application process
Provide ongoing support to trainees after placement, addressing any challenges or issues that may arise in their new roles
Maintain records of job placements, employer contacts, and job seeker progress
Coordinate payment of learner learning‑stipends
Budget and deliverable efforts as grantee and sub‑grantee
What you bring to the role
3+ years experience in non-profit program or project management
Experience in meeting planning and facilitation
Preferred Experience: Workforce development experience; Experience working locally with GRID’s target populations; Experience teaching or instructing; Experience in program budgeting and reporting; Supervision experience; Experience installing solar or doing other construction related activities; Organized with demonstrated success juggling multiple demands and adapting to changing priorities and workloads; Excellent writing skills, including developing planning documents, preparing and delivering reports; Ability to speak and write effectively and passionately about GRID’s work; Be a “self-starter” and hard‑working to initiate fundraising opportunities; Display a positive attitude, show genuine concern for mission, people, and community; Demonstrate presence, patience, and thorough listening ability;
Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In-depth knowledge of the solar/renewable energy industry; Formal case management training
Required Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive GRID vehicles as needed for work
Preferred Licenses and Certifications
CPR
First Aid
OSHA-10
Where you will sit and the places you may go This position is on‑site and may rarely require from 10% up to 25% out‑of‑town travel to regional offices and special projects. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required. GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use; applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Let's Talk Money! This is a full‑time salaried role, base range ($70,304- $82,000)
How We Take Care Of You Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO), 13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives! GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Services for Renewable Energy
#J-18808-Ljbffr