Job Tag: Renewable Energy/Sustainability

Alaska Airlines has long been committed to a sustainability journey and has set a course for net zero carbon emissions by 2040 with near-term goals along the way. Achieving these goals requires strong leadership vision and execution, thoughtful development and delivery of new ways to engage stakeholders and customers on this path, detailed attention to data and disclosure, influential partnership across the company, and compelling leadership of a high-performing team. Alaska Airlines is seeking an experienced leader and business executive to join us in a new role, as a member of the companyÔÇÖs executive leadership, to elevate and accelerate this journey.

The Managing Director, Sustainability is accountable for development and implementation of long-term strategy, operational and financial performance of environmental sustainability and the Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) program at Alaska Airlines. The role includes deep and direct responsibility for continued evolution of our strategy and plans to manage and reduce the carbon footprint of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and to achieve the airlinesÔÇÖ environmental sustainability goals with initiatives to scale up use of sustainable aviation fuel, drive operational efficiency, cultivate and leverage new technologies related to achieving these goals including carbon removals, mitigate the impact of climate change on the business, and develop new ways to engage stakeholders in enabling the journey.

The role is also responsible for ensuring forward progress and effective measurement, goal-setting, and internal and external communications, and reporting on the breadth of our ESG goals and program elements, to fulfill stakeholdersÔÇÖ expectations and drive engagement.

With deep individual execution requirements and significant cross-functional responsibility to develop alignment and drive performance, the ideal candidate for this role will be someone who excels and enjoys being both a player and a coach. This role will work with leaders and teams across our company ÔÇô including operations, commercial, financial, human resources, legal, regulatory, and public affairs ÔÇô and will partner closely with our venture arm, Alaska Star Ventures, to identify and enable technologies that can accelerate our path to net zero.

As a people leader, this role is responsible for establishing strategic goals and direction for a team of leaders to implement innovative sustainability solutions, manage data and metrics to effectively translate the work and performance to stakeholders, and ensure progress toward our environmental sustainability and ESG goals in a way that reflects our values and stewardship while driving long-term value in our business.

Key Duties

Drive the long-term sustainability plan toward set goals for waste, water, to be the #1 most fuel-efficient US airline, and the companyÔÇÖs long-term path to net zero, in ways that deliver value to the business.

Enable progress for our business while navigating and influencing rapidly changing technology, customer expectations, regulatory environment, and competitive pressures.

Lead, manage, and develop a team of professionals focused on aspects of sustainability including carbon management, supplier and customer partnerships, technology evaluation, sustainability education, and ESG reporting.

Prepare and deliver executive-level communications, including providing representation for Alaska Airlines on industry and cross-industry coalitions related to ESG and sustainability issues, preparing content and presenting at meetings of the companyÔÇÖs Executive Committee and Board of Directors, chairing and managing progress through internal management committees, and cultivating cross-functional relationships to drive strategy and results.

Ensure the delivery of high-quality disclosure, data management, and controls for AAG environmental impact and ESG data including as it relates to AlaskaÔÇÖs annual sustainability report, voluntary reporting, CDP, TCFD and other frameworks, and regulatory-required reporting in partnership with other accountable functions across Air Group.

Manage an integrated effort and cross-functional responsibilities for the environmental impact and performance to required and voluntary goals for Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air.Lead development and execution of a company-wide approach to embed understanding, awareness, and management of our environmental impact into culture, training, process, and communications for cross-functional ownership and to drive behavior change.

Partner with government affairs and regulatory to understand, influence, and integrate the developing landscape of public policy, regulation, and non-governmental guidelines that drive work in these areas of responsibility and operations.

Work with the commercial and public affairs divisions to develop, design, and incorporate new products, partnerships, and offerings to cultivate customer support for AlaskaÔÇÖs sustainability journey, including sustainable aviation fuel for business travel, individual guest engagement, and employee volunteerism.

Manage and ensure continuous improvement of processes to manage environmental and other ESG impacts, with rigorous performance management and reporting.

Partner closely with environmental compliance, community engagement, DEI, and other teams to ensure the development and execution of plans and initiatives to support Air GroupÔÇÖs progress to ESG goals and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Required:

10 years of relevant leadership experience in climate change, sustainable business planning, sustainability programs, environmental affairs, or a directly related area.

5 years of people leadership experience.

BachelorÔÇÖs degree with a focus in a relevant business field, or willingness to obtain a BachelorÔÇÖs degree within 6 years.

Ability to engage with top executives, to develop and present business plans and influence others. A strategic thinker and driven business professional, with deep understanding of climate change, change management, and cross-sector partnerships.

Self-starter, demonstrating ownership, flexibility, and adaptability in a fast-paced, highly visible and accountable environment.

Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships to influence, develop buy-in, and drive results in a corporate environment and with external partners, to lead and manage teams, manage projects from concept to results, and to develop talent both within team of direct reports and broadly across functions.

Direct knowledge of ESG issues and business impacts, climate science, carbon markets, carbon accounting and greenhouse gas management (Scope 1, 2, and 3), regulatory environment and applicable frameworks in the US and globally (e.g., SASB, TCFD, UN Global Compact, etc.). Knowledge of sustainable aviation fuel and carbon removal technologies will also be an advantage.

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute complex initiatives, deliver outcomes, and lead change.

Clear, compelling, and effective communication oral and written communication skills, including through business cases and to translate technical concepts to a non-technical audience.

Demonstrated ability to be creative in achieving goals with limited resources and in a fast-paced consumer-focused industry.

Proven ability to assess, select, translate, and apply sustainability frameworks to for-profit businesses.

Ability and willingness to travel periodically.

Preferred:

Significant experience with ESG strategy and execution, in context of regulatory and investor requirements for consumer-facing and/or natural resource intensive industries, preferably in a publicly traded company.

Leadership experience in aviation, aerospace, or a related operationally oriented industry.

MasterÔÇÖs degree in a related field.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

Salary Range

$182,600 – $301,300 / year

This Sustainability Associate position is supported through an innovative partnership between Puget Sound Energy and Strategic Energy Innovations. Aimed at addressing the myriad of energy and environmental sustainability initiatives, this Fellowship model presents a distinct opportunity to shape energy efficiencies and sustainability practices across sectors and institutional roles.

At the core of this program is developing the next generation of thinkers and doers to help address sustainability in education settings. Roles in educational sustainability require a distinct combination of aptitudes including project management, data analytics, and community development. In addition to the Climate Corps training and UC Climate Stewards Certificate, this position offers professional development opportunities designed to help provide the range of skills necessary to execute sustainable programs or practices.

The candidate will work on pressing climate and sustainability problems and be relied upon to work toward replicable solutions. A customized mix of on-the-job training, field work and class time will help the Fellow hone marketable skills and draw important professional connections while making a marked difference in the K-12 community.
Role and Responsibilities

Projects may include, but not be limited to:

Research and Data Analysis:

Utility rebate review and proposal development for system upgrades
Analyze utility data for building energy consumption
Analyze water usage data
Assist with reporting for PSE programs and Clean Buildings compliance
Communication and Planning
Maintain dashboard of energy data
Prepare energy communications
Participate in strategic planning with energy team
Facilitate implementation of energy efficiency measures

Project Management:

Support with planned replacements and/or retrofits
Support energy team initiatives
Support development of scope for low and no cost measures
Support compliance with Clean Buildings Standard
Support building automation systems performance and compliance with district policy

Minimum Qualifications

BachelorÔÇÖs degree preferred. MasterÔÇÖs level coursework in engineering, design or energy systems would be ideal.
Related experience in fields related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and data analysis.
Valid driverÔÇÖs license with reliable transportation to be available on-site 5 days per week.
Ability to work independently and carry out assignments, make independent judgments and/or decisions, and discern when action at a higher level is required.
Must be able to effectively manage multiple projects and maintain an organized and well-communicated work flow.

Ideal Candidate

Has a deep passion for sustainability, especially climate resilience, with the practical skills and abilities to affect change in complex systems.
Is a team member committed to supporting the districtÔÇÖs initiatives and day-to-day operations.

Summary

NYPA’s Mission is to lead the transition to a carbon-free, economically vibrant New York through customer partnerships, innovative energy solutions, and the responsible supply of affordable, clean, and reliable electricity.

The Project Engineer supports the Energy Efficiency Services Division in achieving it’s goals to improve energy efficiency and stimulate new energy technologies in New York State through physical projects.
Responsibilities

Represent NYPA at customer meetings, design meetings, contractor walk through, and presentations to customers.
Prepare engineering calculations, estimates, and cost analyses for feasibility/audit reports.
Manage and implement multiple lighting, HVAC, controls, wastewater treatment, and building envelope energy conservation projects and new project development concurrently.
Project responsibility can range from 15-20 projects depending on scope. Projects are generally larger and more complex in nature and require moderate oversight by Management on project developments.
Develop customer installation commitment documents including cost recovery agreements requiring the development of economic analyses and engineering specifications.
Coordinate projects across multiple engineering disciplines. Track and prepare status reports for all assigned projects.
Evaluate project scope, review feasibility reports, make presentations and recommendations, develop design documents and specifications, evaluate bid results, and make recommendations for contract award.
Develop and verify engineering, labor and material bid specifications provided by staff and implementation contractors.
Ensure that all design, code, licensing and operating and maintenance requirements are met.
Review project activities for technical content, accuracy, cost control and schedule.
Solve problems related to customer bill savings, design and construction issues. Support the Senior/Lead Project Engineer and other senior engineers in negotiating change orders to construction and services contracts.
Develop and verify all financial and billing documentation relating to savings calculations supporting the cost-effective direct install projects.
Ensure that all financial resources expended by NYPA are fully recovered from each program participant. Evaluate all change order claims and payment invoices, while working as a team member with other engineers inside and outside of NYPA to develop the most cost-effective project designs.
Coordinate activities between contractors / consultants / equipment vendors / customers to provide project construction quality assurance in adherence to project specifications and compliance to state and local codes.
Comply and enforce the compliance of hazardous material handling, safety and environmental procedures.
Keep abreast of the latest technological developments, products and revisions to the NYPA project input parameters (electric Production and Delivery rates, Interest During Construction (IDC), financing term, discount rate, Gross Receipt Taxes (GRT), Contracts, Environmental and Bond Counsel).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of building mechanical/electrical systems and related codes is required. Strong knowledge of water/wastewater treatment systems is preferred.
Technical knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines.
Strong background and experience interacting and liaising with engineering consultants and labor contractors.
Strong project management skills with the ability to plan, execute and complete multiple projects from start to finish on time and within budget with minimal direction and support from supervisors.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills; good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to organize information and effectively present ideas to the intended audience.
Demonstrated ability to analyze existing conditions in a facility, and address issues related to contracts, equipment design and operation.
Ability to analyze and address environmental concerns as they relate to customer requirements and, with the guidance of more senior engineers, develop cost effective engineering solutions to non-routine problems. Ability to exercise good judgment and influence others, while working effectively with consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers. Ability to proactively recognize problems that arise during analysis procedures or in analysis results.
Ability to further develop technical knowledge in utility service rate analyses (gas & electric), energy analysis, life cycle cost analysis, NYPA contracts, project financing strategies, and energy systems and controls is required.
Working knowledge of SAP, Oracle Primavera, and Microsoft Teams is preferred.

Education, Experience and Certifications

BachelorÔÇÖs degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
Minimum of five (5) years of engineering experience.
Minimum of three (3) years of project management experience.
Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional Certification (PMPC) or Certified Energy Manager (CEM), or an advanced degree in an engineering, scientific or business discipline preferred.
Qualifications to sit for Part I of the PE exam preferred.

Physical Requirements

Approximately 35% travel primarily within NY State.
Ability to access all areas of the site and conduct physical evaluations of grounds and equipment including ability to climb and work at high elevations, walk a significant distance, sometimes on uneven ground, and occasional minor lifting.
Availability to work outside of normal business hours (including weekends) when project demands.

General Description:

MaGrann Associates is looking for two Energy Engineers (one in New Jersey and one in New York) who will be responsible for completing performance audits for existing multifamily buildings, including field assessments, utility bill analysis, energy modeling, cost estimating, financial analysis, and report preparation. The Energy Engineer will also perform visual verification of installed measures following audits and act as a technical consultant for clients as well as an interface to program agencies.

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Primary Responsibilities:

Coordinate aspects of completion of audits on multifamily buildings and apartment complexes;

Perform on-site assessments, including detailed data collection and performance testing;

Obtain utility usage data from clients and analyze to isolate high usage components/units;

Coordinate or complete energy modeling using appropriate program-approved software;

Coordinate or complete estimation of savings and implementation cost for potential upgrade measures;

Compose audit reports summarizing findings, financial analysis, and recommendation;

Perform site visits to verify appropriate installation of recommended measures;

Obtain post-implementation utility usage information and report actual savings;

Monitor new products and energy industry related developments pertinent to audits;

Monitor incentive program opportunities and assist in development of appropriate product offerings;

Assist in the development of operation tools to improve quality and reduce time to complete audits;

Train and direct administrative and field staff to allow them to cost-effectively perform appropriate audit tasks;

Conduct peer reviews of audits completed by coworkers;

Other duties assigned by MaGrann Associates, including CAD drafting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Minimum of Associates in Mechanical Engineering or related field; BachelorÔÇÖs preferred

3-5 years of related experience conducting residential (multifamily) energy audits

Knowledge of HVAC engineering theories and methodologies

Knowledge of building automation and controls

Knowledge of design documents

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Reliable travel abilities

Work Environment:

One position will work out of the Mount Laurel, NJ Office (Roughly 70% office ÔÇô 30 % field) and the other will work out of the New York, New York Office.

Personal Qualities:

Excellent communicator ÔÇô written and oral

Well-developed interpersonal skills

Admirable time management skills and managing multiple projects

The Enterprise Environmental Sustainability Team at The Walt Disney Company stewards the CompanyÔÇÖs progress towards its ambitious 2030 Environmental Goals focused on emissions, water, waste, materials, and sustainable design. The team actively partners with key corporate functions and business segments to set sustainability goals, influences implementation of sustainability goals, and leads external reporting of progress against goals. As aggregators of Enterprise-wide environmental performance data and initiative inventories, the team has a big-picture oversight role for all company efforts driving progress towards the goals.

Beyond stewarding the goals specifically, the team strives to influence a culture of environmental responsibility across the company. Finally, the team helps manage the CompanyÔÇÖs reputation by engaging external stakeholders including but not limited to employees, environmental network groups, environmental non-profits, investors, media and others.

Assist with collection of large data sets from a variety of internal and external sources, organize data, clean and transform data into needed formats for further analysis. Prepare and maintain templates as needed for data collection and calculations.

Perform value chain emission calculations using a variety of approaches including spend based and activity-based approaches, following guidance provided by senior staff. Support in research of developing methodologies and best practices. Support development and maintenance of standardized approaches to calculating value chain and embodied carbon emissions from representative types of consumer products, content productions, building types etc.

Conduct QA/QC of input data and calculations, troubleshoot inconsistencies in data or calculations; Assist in completion of internal validation and 3rd party verification of data and calculations

Assist with presentations, create informative visual depiction of input data and output calculations. Develop and maintain credibility with a large network of internal partners, conduct regular follow-ups during data collection, validation, verification processes. Participate in frequent meetings, communicate status of data collection and calculation activities.

Bachelors of Science degree in environmental science, engineering

The Sustainability Manager plays a key role in ShearerÔÇÖs sustainability strategy. The position manages key programs and guides cross functional teams in the delivery of corporate social responsibility and environmental sustainability goals. The position reports to the Vice President of Procurement and works cross-functionally between Supply Chain, Commercialization, Operations, and Vendor Partners. The ideal candidate will have broad experience and subject matter expertise in corporate sustainability, ESG strategy and reporting, and excellent project management, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a wide range of sustainability projects in the food industry. This position is available for remote work.

Your Seat at the Table:

Implement and manage all aspects of Shearers sustainability strategy across product, material and supply chain responsibility. Scope of job includes supply chain social and environmental responsibility, product and material sustainability certifications, material circularity initiatives, traceability of materials and supply chain locations, climate/carbon reductions across the value chain, and ESG reporting.
Collect and analyze data, develop reports and recommendations to inform the sustainability strategy and related company initiatives.
Research, develop and implement needed policies, procedures and systems in collaboration with cross functional product and operations teams.
Continuously monitor sustainability trends, leading practices, relevant industry certifications, legal requirements that may affect the company and adapt programs as needed
Complete any external reporting as required by ShearerÔÇÖs customers
Continuously keep abreast of ESG reporting standards and develop a system to report sustainability efforts based on the sustainability strategy recommendations internally
Develop regular update reports and presentations to senior management.
Manage program budget
Lead and develop scope of work and ownership for audit and compliance requirements

What You Bring to the Table:

The ideal candidate will have broad experience and subject matter expertise in corporate sustainability, ESG strategy and reporting, and excellent project management, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
5 years of relevant sustainability experience
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Demonstrated understanding of key sustainability practices within supply chain, and products and materials
Keen understanding and interest in sustainability good, better and best practices
Exceptional cross-functional management skills; ability to bring people together around a common goal and lead by influence
Strong written and presentation skills, both internally and externally
Self-starter with exceptional project management skills and adept at synthesizing complex inputs from multiple stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively across interdisciplinary internal teams and managing relationships with a variety of external stakeholders
Strong computer skills, including Windows, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 80 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and are approaching 3,300 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

Montrose’s Advisory and Specialty Services Division supports clients across public and private sectors to meet their unique and complex environmental demands. Our experts take a strategic approach to address broader environmental goals from sustainability program development, data-driven decision-making using economics and ecology expertise, data management and validation, software strategy and implementation support, chemistry quality assurance, and EHSS auditing. We work through our highly-specialized practice areas to deliver excellent quality, impactful solutions based on data integrity.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The Staff Consultant – Climate Change and Sustainability will play a critical role in enriching and expanding the services Montrose brings to its clients. Given the pressures today’s companies are facing to proactively understand and address their ESG risks, opportunities, and impacts, this role will work collaboratively with the VP, Sustainability Advisory, and the full Environmental Advisory Services team to deliver climate change and sustainability solutions to our clients.

As a key member of the Environmental Advisory Services team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

Working on multiple climate change and sustainability projects for clients across all sectors, with focus in the oil & gas, chemical, and manufacturing sectors.
Supporting projects that help clients in their corporate sustainability journey, from early stages (e.g., materiality assessments, benchmarking) through goal setting, action planning for goal achievement, and sustainability reporting.
Delivering projects with a focus on managing climate impact and climate risk, including the development of Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG inventories, setting Net Zero/ Science-Based Targets via the SBTi, developing Climate/Net Zero Transition Plans, and supporting clients with implementation of TCFD recommendations.
Proactively communicating with project team members, project managers, internal subject matter experts, and clients regarding project progress, deliverables, etc.
Exercising safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including participation in required safety training programs.
Keeping up-to-date and current on industry climate and sustainability trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.
Performing other duties as assigned.

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, sustainability, or an environmental science discipline; Master’s Degree in similar field preferred.
Up to three years of progressively responsible experience in environmental/sustainability consulting. Preference will be given to candidates who have worked directly with oil & gas, manufacturing, and chemical sector clients.
Climate change-related experience (e.g., GHG emissions inventories, science-based target setting, emissions reduction planning, and scenario analysis/ implementation of TCFD recommendations) is preferred. However, broader corporate sustainability experience (in-house or as a consultant) will also be considered (e.g., materiality assessments, goal and target setting, sustainability reporting, etc.).
Ability and willingness to travel periodically (e.g., to visit clients, attend conferences).
Demonstrated ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management, both internally and externally.
Able to work effectively independently (i.e., self-starter, self-motivated), manage multiple responsibilities and work with agility across those responsibilities, even in a remote work environment.
Attention to detail; work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is an award-winning, independent, global, non-profit research organization that provides data-driven research to policies to reduce the health and environmental impacts of the transportation sector. The ICCT offers a mission-driven and culturally diverse workplace where intelligence, flexibility, transparency, and good humor are highly valued. Join our team of more than 100 talented researchers and support staff with offices in Washington D.C., San Francisco, Berlin, Beijing, and São Paulo.

The ICCT is looking for an enthusiastic Researcher to join the organization’s International Partnership Program team. You will contribute to ICCT’s efforts to support governments committed to accelerating transitions to zero-emission electric vehicles through venues such as the International Zero-Emission Vehicle Alliance (IZEVA), Zero Emission Vehicle Transition Council (ZEVTC), and Accelerating to Zero (A2Z) Coalition. You will help to track progress on electric vehicle and charging infrastructure deployment and grow our wide-ranging research on electric vehicle technology, charging infrastructure, and associated policies. You will be based in either our San Francisco or Washington, D.C. offices. You will report to our International Partnership Programs lead.

You Will:

Provide technical support and contribute to ICCT’s responsibilities in support of international venues focused on enabling a faster transition to zero-emission vehicles, such as the IZEVA, ZEVTC, and A2Z Coalition
Support top global policy needs with critical analysis of best-practice policy action to promote the deployment of electric vehicles with regulation, local policy, incentives, and charging infrastructure
Review and summarize technical and scientific literature related to electric vehicle and charging infrastructure technology and policy for high-level audiences
Develop and lead complex projects, including collaborations with multiple ICCT team members and external partners
Track progress of leading governments towards electric vehicle and infrastructure deployment and adoption of supporting policies
Quantify energy-saving, emission-reduction, and cost implications of electric vehicles
Analyze electric vehicle charging infrastructure-related questions
Help to organize outreach activities, such as briefings, meetings, and workshops
Facilitate rich policy and technical exchanges for policymakers
Supervise and mentor ICCT interns and fellows

You Have:

MS. or Ph.D. in engineering, environmental science or policy, transportation, or related field
3+ years of applicable research experience
Ability to conduct technical analysis and write reports related to electric vehicle technology, vehicle policy, and charging infrastructure
Demonstrated skills in data collection, research, analytical methods, and drawing conclusions from analytical research
Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal. Reading and writing proficiency in a second language is ideal
Superior proficiency with MS Office and applicable data collection and analysis software

Our Benefits

This full-time position will be based in our San Francisco, CA or Washington, D.C. office and have a salary of $93,600 (SF) or $85,100 (DC). We offer an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, substantial paid vacation, retirement contribution with generous 7% employer contribution, transportation subsidies, and other benefits.

Renewable Northwest seeks a highly motivated Renewable Energy Technical Director to represent the organization and support legislative, regulatory, and policy activities aimed at advancing the adoption of clean energy and energy storage. The Technical Director position can be remote or hybrid, but must be located within the metropolitan area of Portland, Oregon, where the Renewable Northwest headquarters are located, or Seattle, WA. This position also requires occasional travel in the western United States.

ABOUT RENEWABLE NORTHWEST

Renewable Northwest is a regional nonprofit advocacy organization promoting the expansion of environmentally responsible new renewable resources such as wind, solar, storage, wave, and geothermal energy. Seen as a model by national allies, Renewable Northwest serves four Northwest states – Oregon, Washington, Montana, and Idaho. Member organizations include leading renewable energy businesses, environmental organizations, consumer groups, and other renewable energy sector affiliates. Renewable Northwest offers a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding workplace where staff collaborates with members and allies to move the Northwest away from fossil fuels toward a clean energy future. In the past 25 years, Renewable Northwest has helped the region grow from 0 to over 10,000 megawatts of new renewable resources, building on the region’s hydropower legacy. Employees hold individual responsibility for respective focus areas but are well supported by fellow staff who collaborate closely across policy, regulatory, and industry sectors.

STATEMENT OF INCLUSION

Renewable Northwest values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position, including people of color, people with disabilities, immigrants, people with lived experience, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Renewable Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as technical lead for the organization on matters ranging from capacity expansion modeling, to resource adequacy and reliability metrics and methodologies, to electricity market operations, to transmission planning and grid-enhancing technologies.
Represent Renewable Northwest and support other Renewable Northwest staff in legislative, regulatory, and agency proceedings when technical issues arise, including preparing quantitative analyses and expert testimony as necessary.
Evaluate utility integrated resource plans, including energy production cost and capacity expansion models and model results.
Prepare high-impact technical reports and white papers as well as presentations to critical stakeholders and external audiences and will assist in the planning and delivery of outreach and engagement opportunities including workshops and conferences.
Identify and supervise consultants as necessary to support Renewable Northwest’s technical work.
Coordinate with member organizations and other allies to develop policy proposals and technology-based solutions to expand opportunities for clean energy infrastructure and investment.
Develop trust and maintain relationships with decision-makers, the broader environmental community, community-based organizations, and other key stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

Passion for a clean energy future.
Degree in a relevant field with 4+ years of relevant work experience. Relevant work experience includes (but is not limited to) work in utility, policy, economics, electrical engineering, or government settings.
Direct experience in energy system modeling (either generation or transmission) and reliability metrics. Work conducted as part of a graduate program qualifies.
Knowledge and experience related to the planning and design of electricity infrastructure, including:Understanding of energy storage technologies, inverter-based energy generation technologies, transmission, and distribution systems.

Knowledge of how different resources contribute to resource adequacy.
Familiarity with the stakeholders, utilities, and regulatory bodies engaged in clean energy technology deployment and related policy implementation.

Knowledge of energy policy and the utility regulatory process.
Knowledge of of western electricity markets
Significant technical interest in the areas of electricity infrastructure analysis, valuation, and regulatory approaches.
Strong quantitative analysis and technical writing skills.
Ability to manage multiple tactical projects while advancing cohesive overarching strategy.
Ability to work rapidly, yet strategically, within tight deadlines.
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
Strong work ethic and positive approach to work, team, and alliances.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Gmail).

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Starting Annual Salary Range: $95,000 – $120,000, commensurate with experience.

At the NAACP, our mission is to achieve equity, political rights and social inclusion by advancing policies and practices that expand human and civil rights, eliminate discrimination, and accelerate wellbeing, education, and economic security of Black people and all persons of color.

About the Center for Environmental and Climate Justice

The Center for Environmental and Climate Justice is one of four new Centers of Innovation (C-HOPE) at the NAACP. The Center’s team of subject matter experts work with our robust national network of member units and their local communities to execute transformative strategies. The Center proactively disrupts the inequitable systems that disproportionately impact Black Americans. The Center responds to environmental and climate justice issues leveraging change levers through a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder advocacy approach.

About the Fellow, Sustainable Community Development

The NAACP seeks a dynamic and innovative leader to serve as a Fellow for the Center for Environmental and Climate Justice. At the NAACP, Fellows are content experts assigned to a core programming area, who contribute to the overall strategic direction of the Association. Fellows are thought partners to the Center Directors, serving as strategists and as part of his/her brain trust. Additionally, Fellows hold the primary task to conceptualize, develop, and execute projects and initiatives centered around the Black experience.

The ideal candidate has the capacity to develop a compelling view of the future of environmental and climate justice and how the NAACP can address rapidly evolving challenges in the field. The candidate has expertise in and expansive knowledge of environmental and climate justice issues. An ability to problem solve and think critically and a high level of emotional intelligence is required.

A proven track record in developing, implementing, executing, and evaluating impactful strategies with measurable outcomes to achieve defined goals is also necessary. The candidate should demonstrate success managing projects that involve multiple parties and people with diverse backgrounds and positions.

To protect people, planet and economies we work to advance sustainability, reduce negative climate impacts and build thriving communities. The Fellow, Sustainable Community Development will advance a comprehensive, holistic framework, centered on transformative change by:

Grounding principles of self-determination of Black, Indigenous and other communities of color, low-income, and overlooked communities;
Building on legacy programming to expand Sustainable Building goals at the local, state, and national levels;
Curating a deeper body of research/analysis to affirm linkages to equity, improved public health and balance environmental, social and economic prosperity;
Leveraging public and private partnerships to enable access to capital and expand and scale the green building marketplace;
Pioneering sustainable solutions to transform the built environment at the local, state and national levels through engagement of NAACP constituents and other stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Act as the ambassador for the Association in the field to many important constituencies.
Assess policy, social, cultural and economic developments to identify priorities and help shape the Center’s strategy, advocacy and to guide its programming.
Manage, coach, galvanize, and work closely with a nimble team in developing, monitoring and evaluating integrated approaches contributing to the overall strategy.
Maintain effective ties and promote strategic partnerships with local leaders, governmental agencies and non-governmental organizations, and others to leverage new resources, scale impact, and advance the work.
Works closely with other Centers of Innovation to integrate various aspects of the work.
Provide intellectual leadership, internally and externally.
Manage ambiguity and devise timely solutions, even when a clear path is not evident.
Foster strong and continuous communication across the Chief Strategy Office.
Partner with Learning and Impact to measure and evaluate efforts and outcomes.
Lead an ongoing process of continuous improvement and learning.
Provide high-level technical assistance to state conferences, units and NAACP committees, including consultation on key issues and initiatives.
Articulate change strategies and convene key stakeholders as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational/Professional Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant or equivalent experience preferred;
Minimum of three to five years’ experience in relevant fields; including direct industry experience, experience in non-profit, policy, advocacy, or other civil rights organizations. Graduate-level internships and fellowships are considered acceptable professional experience as well;
Demonstrated effectiveness in written and oral communication;
Experience in engaging in external partnerships and collaborations with foundations, non-profits, corporations, and other key stakeholders;
Proven background in project management and grant reporting
Proven ability to support cutting-edge research projects and engage with broad diverse audiences.