Solar Workforce Development Lead (32 hrs/wk, Hybrid)

GRID Alternatives; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel reimbursement / company vehicle

Job summary

GRID Alternatives is seeking a dedicated Workforce Development Manager for its Mid Atlantic office. The role focuses on stakeholder engagement, data-driven program planning, and developing an inclusive solar workforce.

You will lead advisory committees, community outreach, and data analysis to shape a sustainable rollout plan by Feb 2027. The position is hybrid, 32 hours per week, with regional travel to DC/Maryland areas and occasional out-of-area work.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in workforce development, community organizing, stakeholder engagement, or program planning.
• Proven track record of managing grant deliverables, adhering to strict project timelines, and gathering qualitative/quantitative data for grant reporting.
• Deep commitment to opening doors to opportunities, with demonstrated experience working effectively with underrepresented communities and disadvantaged job seekers.
• Strong public speaking, workshop facilitation, and written communication skills; ability to build rapport with community members, executive leadership, and industry partners.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Build Staff Capacity & Set-Up Internal Infrastructure: Work collaboratively with the Executive Director and internal team at the onset of the performance period to establish and/or learn operational workflows, data tracking tools, and project management infrastructure necessary for seamless project implementation.
• Community Outreach & Education Activities: Execute community outreach campaigns (including tabling at events, conducting informational presentations, social media, and direct mailers) to raise and gauge awareness of solar and related career pathways. Conduct focused interviews and gather direct community feedback regarding job seekers' unique aspirations, barriers, and needs (such as access to childcare, transportation, and training resources).
• Stakeholder Meetings & Workshops: Convene and facilitate a series of meetings with key regional stakeholders, including workforce development organizations, clean energy employers, and wraparound service providers. Lead discussions aimed at identifying workforce gaps, mapping existing supportive services, aligning training content with industry demand, and addressing key barriers faced by disadvantaged job seekers.
• Advisory Committee Formation & Facilitation: Finalize the recruitment and lead the onboarding of a diverse Advisory Committee comprising community residents, program trainees, community partners, and solar employers. Schedule, prepare, and facilitate regular Advisory Committee meetings to integrate community voices, refine program priorities, and co-create an inclusive workforce strategy.
• Data Collection & Qualitative Analysis: Collect and analyze information gained from, but not limited to, focused interviews, community conversations, focus groups, and meeting feedback to systematically evaluate personal and structural challenges to employment, workforce trends, employer requirements, and needed supportive services.
• Solar Workforce Development Rollout Plan Delivery: Lead the drafting and finalization of the comprehensive Solar Workforce Development Rollout Plan by February 2027. Synthesize project data into actionable sections covering trainee recruitment strategies, curriculum recommendations, supportive service integration and partners, job placement partners, and long-term funding sources for program sustainability.
• Grant Administration: Manage grant deliverables to meet deadlines, quality, and budget requirements. Lead grant tracking, reporting, budgeting, invoicing, and funder relationship.

Skills

Workforce & Community Engagement

Grant Management

Access Focus

Facilitation & Communication

Tech Proficiency

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Salesforce

Job description

GRID Alternatives is seeking a dedicated Workforce Development Manager for its Mid Atlantic office. The role focuses on stakeholder engagement, data-driven program planning, and developing an inclusive solar workforce.

You will lead advisory committees, community outreach, and data analysis to shape a sustainable rollout plan by Feb 2027. The position is hybrid, 32 hours per week, with regional travel to DC/Maryland areas and occasional out-of-area work.