Assistant Director of Clean Energy

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Organization

Metropolitan Area Planning Council

Job Posted

March 21, 2023

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

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Contact Name

Holly Louis

Contact Email

hr@mapc.org

Contact Phone

6174512770

Deadline to Apply

Location

Boston, MA
United States
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) seeks an Assistant Director of Clean Energy who will support the Clean Energy Director in overseeing the department and leading projects. MAPC’s Clean Energy Department includes up to eight full-time staff and supports communities and the Commonwealth in developing plans, programs, and policies that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and build a more equitable and climate resilient region. The Assistant Director will lead and manage a variety of projects to advance building electrification and energy efficiency, electric vehicles, renewable energy, climate resiliency, and green workforce development, all of which advance the goal of a net zero region. The Assistant Director will also develop innovative strategies and funding proposals to support state and local clean energy and climate policy development.

Summary

MAPC's Clean Energy Department provides a range of services to communities, including climate and net zero planning and technical assistance focused on developing and implementing local clean energy and climate plans, policies, and programs. We help with the entire clean energy cycle — planning through implementation, tracking, and reporting. We ground our work in inclusive community engagement and support communities in centering equity - especially racial equity - in plans, policies, and programs. Our work aims to drive down greenhouse gas emissions, end dependence on fossil fuel consumption, build community resilience, and support a just clean energy transition. 

 

Qualifications

Candidates for this position must have either a Master’s degree plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience OR a Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience in urban/regional planning, policy, public administration, clean energy, environmental or climate science, or a related field. Candidates must have at least one year of experience directly supervising or closely mentoring one or more staff. 

 

Apply online at www.mapc.org/jobs. The position is open until filled, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Candidates selected to interview will be asked to submit three (3) references plus a sample of relevant writing or work product.

Compensation Information

Compensation and Benefits  

Starting salary ranges from $95,000-$105,000 depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time exempt position. MAPC offers excellent Massachusetts state employee benefits as well as a flexible, supportive, and family-friendly work environment and a commitment to ongoing professional development.