Project Coordinator - Green Workforce & Higher Education

SEI is seeking a Project Coordinator to support SEI and our sustainability-focused K through Workforce programs, working primarily within our Energize Careers, Energize Colleges, and Climate Corps programs. This is a full-time position based out of Southern California. Typical working hours are Monday-Friday with 2-3 days per week in a shared office space and the remainder telecommute, include occasional travel and field support, and require flexibility for occasional evening and weekend work. The Project Coordinator reports to and supports the activities of SEI’s Executive Director and other program directors in addition to primary job responsibilities listed below.

IMPACT

In this position, you will play an integral role across our organization, working closely with its leadership and program teams, assisting to ensure that assigned Energize Careers training partners efficiently meet expectations around participant enrollment, job placement, and retention, work to remove barriers and challenges to program goals, and work proactively to grow the depth and reach of the Energize Careers program impacts.  Additionally you will assist in supervising and supporting work for Energize Colleges and Climate Corps programs.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Receive a competitive starting salary for this position of $64,500 plus company-paid medical, sick time, vacation time, 14 paid holidays per year, in-house dental/vision/chiropractic plan, Comp time, participation in a 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching after one year of employment), and a flexible work schedule (telecommuting 2 days/week).

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

We seek candidates that share SEI’s commitment to equity and environmental justice, who share a commitment to work and learn within an anti-oppression framework. Persons of color, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.  SEI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity. We believe that a wide array of perspectives contributes to creative climate solutions where all communities thrive. We strive to reflect diverse communities, especially those most impacted by climate change and other kinds of environmental, social, and economic injustices.  

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help troubleshoot and resolve all barriers and challenges that negatively impact Energize Careers benchmarks and deliverables, such as participant enrollment and retention.     
• Ensure all assigned Energize Careers training partners complete invoices and assessments correctly and in a timely manner. 
• Supervise and coach multiple internal and temporary external staff, including fellows and participants for our flagship programs
• Provide direct career coaching and mentorship to individuals who experience barriers to employment, including those who have been previously incarcerated or come from disadvantaged communities.
• Develop and enhance relationships with key workforce development stakeholders including 9-16 education institutions, wrap-around service providers, industry partners, workforce investment boards, and other key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with higher education faculty on curriculum projects focused on sustainability topics including energy efficiency and decarbonization
• Design and facilitate interactive sustainability trainings for higher education students, staff, and faculty members
• Assist with all aspects of our workforce development and higher education projects and programs, including participant recruitment, staff supervision and mentorship, evaluation, reporting, and project management.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience in fields related to this position
• At least three years of experience in green workforce and/or experience working with underprivileged communities such as social case work or similar.
• Access to reliable transportation for work related commitments.
• Genuine commitment to anti-racism and willingness to work in racial equity frameworks and experience in addressing racism and racial equity with team members and programmatically.
• Authorization to work in the US for any employer.
• Demonstrated mastery in project management & work organization.
• Track record of expanding your role, responsibilities & associated outcomes. 
• Desire to assist and work with disadvantaged populations. 
• Basic understanding of the nature of & players within local public agencies, nonprofits, businesses & educational institutions, including traditional or non-traditional teaching and curriculum design.
• Foundational knowledge of K-16 education, workforce development, sustainability, climate change, energy conservation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, green infrastructure, and building science.
• Experience and ease developing relationships and skillfully working with colleagues, partners & clients
• Evidence of strong verbal and written communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Aptitude for rapport building and working collaboratively with others.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to empathize with others
• Strong experience with and interest in various information technologies along with competency across the Google and Microsoft suites of software 
• Aptitude to quickly learn industry or project specific software.
• Ability to work under direct supervision, collaboratively in teams/ partners, or independently

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in reading, writing, and conversational Spanish
• Familiarization with website updates and management
• One or more year of supervisory and coaching experience
• One or more year of experience working directly with students 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

SEI requires all employees be vaccinated for COVID with exceptions for health & religious reasons. This position requires applicants to perform the following tasks: Read/comprehend, write, perform calculations, communicate orally, reason and analyze, use fine finger movements, use a computer and mouse, sit, stand, walk, drive a motorized vehicle, carry and/or lift up to 40 pounds, reach above shoulder level, bend, squat, crouch, kneel, push/pull, grasp.

ABOUT SEI

SEI is a teams-based, non-profit organization based in San Rafael in the Bay Area, CA, with offices in San Diego, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Seattle, Sitka (Alaska), and the greater New York area, dedicated to building leaders to drive sustainability solutions. For over 24 years, SEI has partnered with schools, communities, and businesses to develop a sustainability leadership pathway from elementary school to early career. Our flagship programs educate and empower students, workers and emerging professionals to create thriving, resilient communities. 

Additional Keywords - Sustainability, Climate solutions, Professional development, Collaboration, Relationship management, Workforce development, Project management, Leadership, Business development, Green jobs, Just transition, Economic empowerment

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HOW TO APPLY

Visit our Careers Page and complete an application.  Applications will be reviewed within 1-2 weeks and you will receive communication via email regarding the status of your application.