Bilingual Contractor Development Coordinator

Illinoissolar; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401k with company contribution

Flexible schedule

Paid time off and professional growth

Job summary

Elevate is seeking a Contractor Development Coordinator (Bilingual) to advance workforce and contractor development initiatives in clean energy. You’ll collaborate with project managers to support marginalized communities and small businesses, coordinating events and training, and ensuring participant success.

The role emphasizes outreach, case management, data tracking, and flexible, adaptive problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Minimum two (2) years of community building, outreach, small business development or similar experience OR completion of related certificate, associate, or bachelor’s program.
• Minimum one (1) year working in clean energy or energy efficiency industries OR completion of related certificate, associate, or bachelor’s program.
• Demonstrated commitment to the advancement of communities who have been historically and currently marginalized.
• Able to identify multiple paths forward when faced with a barrier and adjust plans.
• Flexible to changing and new situations and offers fresh ideas and new approaches.
• Authentic relationship development and community-building skills.
• Maintains positive workplace culture and supports team.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Follow detailed written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Communicate Elevate and Workforce and Contractor Development team’s Vision, Mission, and Values and program information to stakeholders during gatherings.
• Attend in-person and virtual events relating to Elevate’s Workforce and Contractor Development work.
• Conduct outreach efforts to recruit participants for enrollment in programming.
• Support program applicants and participants with program paperwork and requirements.
• Review program applicant information and connect participants to Elevate programs and local resources.
• Track and follow up with participants for ongoing support and engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships with participants, community partners, and other contacts.
• Coordinate training space, speakers, stipends, and wrap-around supports with guidance from leadership.
• Provide case management and direct in-person services to participants.
• Maintain organized data and records and communicate insights for reporting.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Relationship building

Adaptability

Education

Related certificate/associate/bachelor's program considered

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Elevate is seeking a Contractor Development Coordinator (Bilingual) to advance workforce and contractor development initiatives in clean energy. You’ll collaborate with project managers to support marginalized communities and small businesses, coordinating events and training, and ensuring participant success.

The role emphasizes outreach, case management, data tracking, and flexible, adaptive problem solving.