Executive Director

Chesapeake Search Partners; College Park (MD); Híbrido; USD 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) seeks a visionary Executive Director to lead a major clean energy nonprofit at a pivotal growth phase. You will be the chief strategist, driving strategy, partnerships, and operations across government, industry, finance, and community stakeholders.

The role focuses on transforming programs, investments, and organizational capacity while stewarding public funds and aligning with Maryland's clean energy goals.

Formación

• Executive-level leadership experience
• Strong strategic planning capabilities
• Proven ability to build partnerships across government, industry, finance and communities
• Experience guiding programs, investments, and organizational growth

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic and executive leadership for Maryland Clean Energy Center in line with board priorities
• Oversee daily operations and develop a high-performing leadership team
• Build and strengthen partnerships with government, industry, utilities, investors, and academic institutions
• Direct the development and performance of clean energy programs, financing initiatives, and technical assistance
• Oversee budgeting, financial planning, audits, grants, and resource management
• Support governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and transparent reporting

Descripción del empleo

The Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) is seeking a visionary and influential Executive Director to lead one of Maryland's most impactful clean energy organizations at a pivotal time of growth and innovation.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, this highly visible leadership role offers the opportunity toshape the future of clean energy, energy efficiency, and economic development across the state while serving as MCEC's chief strategist, relationship builder, and operational leader.

The ideal candidate will combine executive-level leadership experience with the ability to build strong partnerships across government, industry, finance, and community stakeholders, driving transformative programsand investments that create lasting impact. This is a unique opportunity for a mission-driven executive who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys balancing big-picture strategy with hands-on execution, and is passionate about advancing Maryland's clean energy economy while leading a talented team, stewarding critical resources, and serving as a trusted voice for innovation throughout the state.

Provide Strategic & Executive Leadership

Serve as the chief executive officer of MCEC, driving the organization's vision, strategy, and execution in alignment with Board-approved priorities and Maryland's clean energy goals.

Lead Organizational Operations & Team Development

Oversee day-to-day operations while mentoring and developing a high-performing leadership team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Build and Strengthen Key Partnerships

Act as MCEC's primary ambassador, cultivating relationships with government officials, industry leaders, utilities, investors, workforce organizations, academic institutions, and other strategic stakeholders.

Oversee Programs, Initiatives & Market Growth

Direct the development, implementation, and performance of clean energy programs, financing initiatives, procurement support services, and technical assistance offerings, while identifying new opportunities for growth and impact.

Lead budgeting, financial planning, audits, grants, investments, and resource management efforts to ensure responsible stewardship of public funds and long-term organizational success.

Support Board Governance & Organizational Compliance

Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, ensuring effective governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, ethical operations, and transparent reporting on organizational performance.