Job Description
SUN
has extensive experience developing and implementing local solar purchasing
programs that lower the barriers to solar by tapping into group purchasing
power to lower costs; and focused educational campaigns to support people
throughout the process. One of the key
things we do is clearly explain to participants how much going solar is going
to cost, and how to understand and evaluate different approaches to financing
their systems. SUN is deeply invested in expanding the equitable access to
solar and we are engaged in implementing low-income rooftop solar programs
across the USA. We will be expanding this work in support of the Environmental
Protection Agency s Solar for All (SFA) program, including in Florida where we
are a named subrecipient with responsibilities to procure and deploy solar
installations for all program participants over the five-year grant performance
period.
The
Florida Solar for All Director of Go Solar Programs will oversee all of the Go
Solar portion of those operations and also be responsible for directly
administering the quality assurance component of the program. This position will report to the Go Solar Program Director and will directly supervise at least one staff (Florida SFA Installer Manager) while providing supervisory support for several others.
This is a grant-funded 5-year position, with
the possibility of extension beyond the grant period.
Resume and cover letter are required for this position. Benefits Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401K with company match
Flexible work schedule
Paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Paid time off
Bereavement leave
Phone/Internet Stipend
Culture Solar United Neighbors (SUN) is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit that started more than 15 years ago with a simple question. "Mom, can we go solar?" Since then, we've helped tens of thousands of people benefit from solar energy. We are dedicated to creating a clean, equitable, resilient energy system that benefits everyone by helping people go solar, join together, and fight for their energy rights.
SUN welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and experience to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with a non-traditional education. We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly with every preferred qualification, we still encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities Florida SFA Go Solar operations
oversight:
- Supervise
Florida SFA Go Solar operations & staff
- Provide
guidance on program design, setup, implementation
- Support
hiring, onboarding, and training
- Assist
with reporting/metrics/monitoring
- Ensure
compliance with all applicable Federal procurement requirements, including
Davis Bacon
- Identify
capacity gaps
- Provide
overflow operational support to staff members during peak times and to fill
identified gaps.
Manage Quality Assurance for
deployment:
- Perform
inspection provider outreach and communications
- Manage
inspection provider relationships
- Schedule
inspections and monitor execution and follow-up
- Coordinate
any necessary installation remediation identified by inspection results
- Reporting
Other duties as assigned,
including:
- Provide educational sessions on the program, Federal guidelines , and Florida-specific rollout
- Site visits as needed
- Networking and relationship-building with industry partners
- Storytelling assistance
Required
Qualifications
- Minimum
5 years of professional experience
- Minimum
3 years of experience in the rooftop solar industry in an installation or
operations management role
- Minimum
of 2 years directly managing staff
- Minimum
1 year with direct responsibility for budget management
- Experience with project management
- Experience with Excel and basic project
revenue and cost modeling
- Passion for expanding access to rooftop
solar
- Attention to detail and a keen interest
in optimizing processes
- Be a clear and consistent communicator
- Be comfortable with regular use office
productivity, communication, and project management software
- Resident of Florida
Spanish fluency
NABCEP Certification (PVIP, PVIS, or PVSI)
Experience supporting the implementation of income-qualified rooftop solar programing
Experience with project management tools like Asana or Jira
Experience with working under Davis Bacon rules
Requirements Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Minimum 5 years of professional experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in the rooftop solar industry in an installation or operations management role
Minimum of 2 years directly managing staff
Minimum 1 year with direct responsibility for budget management
Experience with project management
Experience with Excel and basic project revenue and cost modeling
Passion for expanding access to rooftop solar
Attention to detail and a keen interest in optimizing processes
Be a clear and consistent communicator
Be comfortable with regular use office productivity, communication, and project management software
Knowledge in: Computer skills
Equal Opportunity Employer We re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. SUN is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Solar United Neighbors welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and experience to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and those with a non-traditional education.
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