Lead, Clean Energy Education & Workforce Development

Willdan; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan Lighting & Electric, a subsidiary of Willdan Group Inc., seeks an Education and Workforce Development Lead to design and implement inclusive, impactful training and career pathways for a NYC program. This role ensures community members gain access to skills, certifications, and job opportunities in the clean energy economy.

The Lead collaborates with technical experts, community organizations, training providers, and contractors to align offerings with market demand and citywide

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, workforce development, or public policy preferred.
• Minimum 7 years in workforce development, training, or related leadership.
• Experience with building science, energy efficiency, or construction trades preferred.
• Familiarity with NYC building energy policy (Local Law 97) and multifamily ops preferred.
• Strong partnerships with community orgs, MWBE firms, unions, and training providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce development strategy across the program and align training with NYC decarbonization needs.
• Coordinate existing training opportunities and build clear pathways for contractors and building owners.
• Identify education gaps and co-develop new programming with providers.
• Oversee curriculum development, instructor recruitment, and delivery of training on building science and energy efficiency.
• Track KPIs and coordinate with funders and city coalitions.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Partnership building

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education/workforce development/public policy

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Data tracking tools

Job description

Willdan Lighting & Electric, a subsidiary of Willdan Group Inc., seeks an Education and Workforce Development Lead to design and implement inclusive, impactful training and career pathways for a NYC program. This role ensures community members gain access to skills, certifications, and job opportunities in the clean energy economy.

The Lead collaborates with technical experts, community organizations, training providers, and contractors to align offerings with market demand and citywide