Community Engagement - Senior Associate

Responsibilities

• Lead community engagement efforts in the Midwest to support the development team with project-permitting and community benefits for solar and BESS projects.
• Identify, build, and maintain strategic partnerships in the Midwest to support the successful development of OneEnergy's regional portfolio of projects.
• Establish strong relationships with local governments, project neighbors, key stakeholders, non-profit partners, and other community-based entities or organizations.
• Follow up and follow through on community feedback wherever feasible to improve project outcomes.
• Work with key stakeholders to develop and execute community benefits commitments, plans, and agreements where applicable.
• Support Development and Delivery teams with event coordination for first responder trainings, educational site visits, workforce development, site tours, etc.
• Continually analyze industry trends and best practices in community engagement and communications.
• Perform other engagement and development-related support tasks as needed.
• Operate in a professional, responsible, and collaborative manner with all project participants.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Technical degree in Renewable Energy, Natural Resources, Communications, Engagement, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Renewable Energy, Natural Resources, Communications, Engagement, or related field.
• Demonstrate a high degree of time management and organizational skills resulting in the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at various stages of development and operations.
• Must effectively communicate and collaborate across diverse stakeholder perspectives toward forming a diverse coalition of support for solar projects.
• Demonstrate strong conflict management and de-escalation skills.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently under pressure while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
• Possess strong quantitative and qualitative analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent PC computer skills and familiarity with MS Office and Windows.
• Possess proven ability to provide efficient, timely, and reliable responses and service to project and community stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with proven ability to take ownership, initiative, and accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
• Able to manage competing priorities across functional and operational lines.
• Proven ability to contribute to an amicable working environment with colleagues.
• Must have a "roll up your sleeves and let's get the job done right" type attitude.
• Demonstrated qualities of integrity, credibility, and professional responsibility.
• Willingness to contribute to our culture which thrives on building trust and holding one another accountable.
• Ability to travel and access sites of varying terrain. Position requires frequent travel, up to 1-2 weeks per month or about 20% of working time; must carry an active driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Pay

$75,000-$95,000 annually, based on professional experience

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

OneEnergy provides generous Paid Time Off (six weeks/year) and an impactful Volunteer Time Off Program. We also offer robust employee benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching retirement plan, life insurance, wellness incentives, and more.