ASSOCIATE MANAGER, EDUCATION

Urban Green Council; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage

Life, short-term and long-term disable

15 vacation days + holidays

401(k) plan

Office closure between Christmas andNY

Job summary

Urban Green Council seeks a motivated Associate Manager to lead curriculum development of education projects, including energy code training for architects and engineers, and Green Professional (GPRO) certificate training. This role offers broad latitude to shape the field of green building education in NYC.

Based in the greater NYC area with hybrid work, you will collaborate with the Education Development team and report to the Senior Director of Education, contributing to trainings and an

Qualifications

• Five+ years in work related to building decarbonization.
• Experience creating education materials for adult learners.
• Ability to translate technical information into engaging content.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development across multiple education programs.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and the Education Development team.
• Translate technical concepts into accessible content using diverse media (text, visuals, storytelling).
• Deliver training sessions and support on-demand education platform.
• Attend in-person meetings in Manhattan as required.

Skills

Curriculum development

Public speaking

Project management

Content creation for adults

Job description

Urban Green Council creates and delivers impactful education and workforce development programs that accelerate the decarbonization of buildings for healthy and resilient communities. Urban Green is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Associate Manager to lead curriculum development of education projects. Our flagship trainings include energy code training for architects and engineers, Green Professional (GPRO) certificate training for contractors and trades, heat pump trainings for building owners and installers, and a growing on-demand education platform. This position will provide the qualified candidate broad latitude to shape the field of green building education and impact the future of the green construction industry. Reporting to and working closely with the Senior Director of Education, the Associate Manager will collaborate with the three-person Education Development team.

Though Urban Green Council is a hybrid workplace, the Associate Manager must live in the greater NYC area and be able to attend regular in-person meetings in Manhattan. Infrequent travel may be required for trainings or conferences.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Development: Create and Manage Content Across Multiple Programs

• Has five or more years of experience in work relating to building decarbonization. This may include sustainable architecture, engineering, construction, policy, education, or a related field.
• Is familiar with the green building community, including the work of the building construction trades.
• Is passionate and knowledgeable about current environmental issues, green building practices, energy codes, and building decarbonization strategies.
• Has experience creating education materials for adult learners and enthusiasm for using training as a key tool to fight climate change.
• Can translate technical information into relatable and accessible content via narrative storytelling, graphics and visualization, and other creative solutions that engage a variety of learners.
• Is a clear communicator and enjoys developing relationships with colleagues and subject matter experts across the building sector.
• Has a high degree of situational awareness, and can communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Is a systems thinker who can learn new systems quickly and looks for new ways to innovate and improve internal operations.
• Enjoys taking initiative, managing projects from start to finish and thrives in a collaborative work environment, with a natural inclination to assist and support colleagues.
• A few other qualities we’re looking for include:
• Excellent public speaking skills
• Teaching experience

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $65,000-70,000 per year, depending on experience.

Benefits include:

• 100% employee coverage for medical and dental
• 100% employee coverage for Life, Short Term and Long Term disability insurance
• Minimum 15 vacation days in the first year, 8 paid holidays, and 2 personal days
• 401K plan with employer contribution
• Office closure between Christmas and New Years Day
• Half-day Fridays year-round, Full Friday closure from Memorial Day to Labor Day