SolarCorps Commercial Project Development Fellow in Oakland, California at GRID ALTERNATIVES

SolarCorps Commercial Project Development Fellowship

What is the SolarCorps Fellowship Program…

GRID Alternatives’ SolarCorps Fellowship Program is an opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic community members to join GRID Alternatives for an 11-month paid service term. In this position, you’ll gain valuable experience in the renewable energy and non-profit industries while making significant contributions to communities most impacted by environmental and economic injustice!

Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.

Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.

Partnership with AmeriCorps

The SolarCorps Fellowship Program is part of the AmeriCorps network of programs.

Why do a Fellowship at GRID Alternatives...

GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.

Summary of the role:

We are seeking a full-time SolarCorps Commercial Project Development Fellow to support our Commercial Project Development team. The fellow will split their training between solar design basics and utility analysis in order to learn how commercial solar project proposals are developed. Fellows with this experience will go on to be project coordinators, solar analysts, and solar developers, or pursue related careers in the renewable energy industry.

• Perform preliminary solar design in HelioScope
• Procure and analyze energy usage data for the site
• Model energy bill savings in Energy Toolbase using solar production data and energy usage data
• Assist in processing solar incentive paperwork and managing application processes
• Develop solar-related educational materials for affordable housing owners
• Help organize and maintain project information in Salesforce
• Scheduling and preparing for site visits, inspections, and service calls

What you need to bring to this role…

• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and decision-making skills
• Experience with paperwork and forms, data entry, spreadsheets, or similar data organization
• Excellent communication skills
• Interest in a career in solar or renewable energy
• Ability to work remotely
• Passion for environmental justice, sustainability, affordable housing, the environment, or just generally grounded in making the world a better place.
• To be eligible for AmeriCorps, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident alien of the United States.

It would be great if you also had...

• Experience with remote work or learning remotely
• Experience with basic statistical analysis and reporting
• Experience with Excel

Benefits and how we take care of you

Standard Fellowship Compensation:

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Hourly pay of $21.40 per hour, plus the benefits listed above. Fellows who complete 1700 hours with GRID and complete their contracted term of service will be eligible for a $3,000 cash end of term award

Standard Fellowship Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, Accrued paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance

AmeriCorps Fellowship Compensation:

This is a full-time position with a stipend pay of $40,800 over 11 months (Approx $21.40.hr). Members who complete 1700 hours of service with GRID and complete their contracted term of service will be eligible for the Segal Americorps Education Award of $10,000 upon successful completion of fellowship

AmeriCorps Fellowship Benefits:

10 days of personal time off and 13 holidays observed by GRID, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance, Childcare Assistance if Eligible

Where you will sit & the places you may go…

The ideal candidate will sit within commuting distance from a regional office. This position may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as org-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required. GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

Important to note for California applicants:

**Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.

Reasonable Accommodation for Job Seekers with a Disability:

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to: RECRUITING@GRIDALTERNATIVES.ORG

Ready to Apply?

Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted.

GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications. Every member of GRID Alternatives must be dedicated to participating in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.