Director of Energy Program - Baltimore, United States - Baltimore corps

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Organization Summary


Civic Works' Energy Programs social enterprise is leading efforts to ensure that local residents are able to both reduce their energy costs and decarbonize their homes.

We make it easy and affordable for community members across Central Maryland to go solar and upgrade their energy efficiency.

As an integral part of Civic Works' job training center, we also play a pivotal role in expanding access to quality careers in the clean energy sector.

This includes promoting job quality standards among program contractors, and creating on-the-job training opportunities for residents impacted by systemic inequities.

Position Summary


Civic Works is looking for a highly motivated, and mission-driven individual to lead the growth of our Energy Programs social enterprise.

Our ambitious expansion plans are in response to the unprecedented support, funding and investments in clean energy and home decarbonization.


Leading a rapidly growing team of program staff and managers, this individual will have a unique opportunity to support the advancement of clean energy efforts throughout Maryland, contributing to environmental sustainability, energy savings, and positive community impacts.

This individual will also lead the expansion of Energy Programs' on-the-job training operations, increasing access to high quality careers within the clean energy sector.

Responsibilities include oversight of program operations, team leadership, budget management, and strategic planning.

This role presents a unique opportunity for a leader to ensure that the transition to a clean energy economy benefits all Central Maryland communities, especially those most impacted by systemic inequities.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Staff Management (35%)

  • Lead and develop program managers and frontline staff.
  • Manage a program of 15 staff members, aiming to double the team within a year.
  • Hire and retain highperforming staff and managers. Set expectations and maintain policy manuals.
  • Establish outcomebased goals with staff and monitor progress toward meeting
- them.

  • Provide regular feedback and coaching. Address performance issues directly and
with corrective plans as needed.

  • Identify and support career advancement plans, identifying internal and external
opportunities for professional development.

  • Cultivate a team environment emphasizing cooperation, accountability, and
continuous improvement.

  • Foster teamwork and collaboration across the energy programs team, and support
the integration of the team across Civic Works and the Center for Sustainable Careers department.

Fundraising (10%)

  • Develop and strengthen a portfolio of diversified restricted and unrestricted funding sources, including government contracts, private foundation grants, and contractor referral fees.
  • Build and maintain relationships with new and existing funders.
  • Work with the grants coordinator to craft compelling grant proposals with clear, measurable outcomes.
  • Analyze data in order to demonstrate community and environmental impact.
Grant and Budget Management (15%)

  • Oversee a budget of $4 million, and lead significant revenue growth over the next several years in line with the expansion of the clean energy sector.
  • Oversee complex strategies for braiding public funding sources across the programs, managing grant compliance, household eligibility requirements, expenditure tracking, and reporting processes.
  • Collaborate with the grants administration team to implement efficient and quality grant reporting, including the compilation of program and financial data, and supporting documentation.
  • Oversee data collection processes and ensure they meet funder and program requirements.
  • Ensure program operations are in compliance with funder requirements.
  • Develop budget forecasts, track revenue and expenses, and ensure spending stays aligned with grant and program budgets.
  • Oversee all invoicing and ensure a timely turnaround from installation to payment.
Program Expansion, Development, and Evaluation (25%)

  • Lead significant business and program expansion, aligned with growing investments in clean energy and home decarbonization.
  • Spearhead business development and planning to grow Civic Works' inhouse onthejob training capacity.
  • Oversee feasibility planning and business development to expand social enterprise services and increase affordability for low
- and moderate
- income Baltimore area residents

  • Continuously evaluate and improve the effectiveness of program operations. Analyze data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Design, develop and implement change management strategies and plans.
  • Maintain and build positive relationships with important industry stakeholders and community partners, such as the utilities, state and local government agencies, industry associations, and communitybased organizations.
Social Enterprise Service Delivery, On-the-Job Training, and Job Quality (15%)

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