Employment Opportunities - Green Built Alliance

Clean Energy Program Coordinator

Position Overview:

Green Built Alliance (GBA), an Asheville-area nonprofit dedicated to advancing sustainability in the built environment, is seeking an experienced nonprofit professional to support and grow our fundraising and marketing efforts. The ideal candidate will be highly organized with a proven track record of success in volunteer recruitment, customer service and administrative acumen to support our organization’s mission and vision.

The Clean Energy Program Coordinator will work closely with the Energy Savers Network (ESN) team and Executive Directors to coordinate the recruitment and scheduling of volunteers and apprentices for the ESN program, as well as work closely with clients to ensure they are taking advantage of all of GBA’s offered programs.

Essential Job Functions:

ESN volunteer coordination
- Coordinates volunteers for ESN program to schedule daily needs of program
- Communicates with volunteer base via newsletter, email and text
- Schedules volunteer appreciation and other volunteer events
- Volunteer leads acquisition and communication
ESN apprenticeship support
- Coordinate ESN apprenticeship program logistics and administration
- Support outreach of program
ARPA projects lead (grant-funded, limited term)
- Communicates with clients to ensure all documentation is in
- Communicates with contractors to schedule projects and be the bridge between clients and contractors
- Support the tracking and reporting of ARPA funding contracts and works with Finance Manager to ensure accurate monthly reporting
Client Navigator for tier 2 improvements (funding dependent)
- Communicates with ESN clients to support clients with next steps in ESN services pipeline
- Is an advocate for the ESN clients to ensure they are taking advantage of opportunities to replace fridges and heating sources, as needed
- Bridge between GBA and other area partners for services
Other support of the ESN team and program as needed

Desired qualifications and experience:

Bachelor’s degree
3+ years experience in sales and customer service
Proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with CRM and/or donor tracking software
Working knowledge of Spanish a strong plus
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
Strong listener, who is attuned to community needs, knows how to build trust, and will help us build authentic relationships with both the communities and individuals we serve as well as our members
Clear, compassionate writing and verbal communication skills
Masterful organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team setting
Be a self‐starter and exhibit follow through on tasks and goals
Out‐of‐the‐box thinker with a high degree of adaptability and a propensity for creative problem‐solving

The pay for this full-time salaried position is $48,000/annually. Green Built Alliance is committed to a regular review of staff compensation with opportunities for merit and cost-of-living adjustments annually. The organization also provides a generous benefits package including flexible paid holiday and personal time off, a healthcare stipend, a cell phone stipend, a flex working stipend, and retirement contributions. Stipends equal approximately $6550/year for a full time employee.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references in a single PDF file to HR and Finance Manager, Amber Gilot at amber@greenbuilt.org. This position is open until filled, with an ideal start date of April 1st, 2024.

Green Built Alliance is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees and applicants. Hiring and promotional decisions are made without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, or marital status.

Green Built Alliance is actively committed to fighting for a world where sustainability is accessible to everyone. We are passionate about working to end systemic oppression in all forms, including, but not limited to, racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, and classism. We strive to create more equitable spaces within our organization and the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, or a member of another marginalized community.

Membership and Giving Coordinator

Position Overview:

The ideal candidate will be highly organized with a proven track record of success in sales, customer service and administrative acumen to support our organization’s mission and vision.

The Membership and Giving Coordinator will work closely with the Development and Marketing Manager and Executive Directors to build relationships with and increase the organization’s membership base, and support the administration of the organization’s membership and donor network.

Essential Job Functions:

Membership coordination
- Process memberships in Salesforce and website
- Benefits coordination – marketing, magazine, and continuing ed
- Membership renewals communication
- New member leads acquisition
- Coordinate annual membership drive with Board Members
- Coordinate Annual Member Party
- Continuing Ed program class and administrative support
Fundraising support
- Process small level donors – Salesforce and website
- Appalachian Offsets donations process – Salesforce and excel
- Support End of Year fundraising campaign
- Support fundraiser event
Support Marketing Manager as needed with events, campaigns, social media and annual magazine

Desired qualifications and experience:

Bachelor’s degree
3+ years experience in sales and customer service
Experience with CRM and/or donor tracking software
Proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
Strong listener, who is attuned to community needs, knows how to build trust, and will help us build authentic relationships with both the communities and individuals we serve as well as our members
Persuasive writing and verbal communication skills
Masterful organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team setting
Be a self‐starter and exhibit follow through on tasks and goals
Out‐of‐the‐box thinker with a high degree of adaptability and a propensity for creative problem‐solving

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to HR and Finance Manager, Amber Gilot at amber@greenbuilt.org. This position is open until filled, with an ideal start date of April 1st, 2024.

Energy Efficiency Pre-Apprenticeship

Energy Savers Network, a program of Green Built Alliance is seeking reliable, enthusiastic, and motivated individuals of high school and college age to participate in our Energy Efficiency Pre-Apprenticeship. The Energy Efficiency Pre-Apprentice will complete an 8-week job training program that provides hands-on experience in the green sustainable economy.

Pre-Apprentices will learn about energy efficiency and the ways we use and can reduce energy in our community, and gain valuable skills to secure jobs in the sustainability workforce. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested and/or passionate about social and environmental justice while making a positive impact in their community.

This program qualifies for NC Community Colleges NC Apprenticeship program as a ‘pre-apprenticeship.’ Find out more about the benefits available online: apprenticeshipnc.com.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Assist with home energy audits and assessments
Assist with the installation of energy-efficiency and weatherization measures in clients’ homes
Provide support to the Energy Efficiency team
Attend training sessions and workshops to learn about energy efficiency and sustainability
Perform data entry and analysis to support program evaluation
Participate in community outreach events
Spend approximately 15-18 hours per week in the field performing energy efficiency work (Tuesday-Thursday)
Spend approximately 4-6 hours per week in the classroom or on field trips (Fridays)
Create a portfolio of work to present to potential employers that includes all the skills learned during the program

Compensation:

$15/hour

Qualifications:

Young individuals 16-21 years old – BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and LGBTQ+ highly encouraged to apply
Interest in social and/or environmental justice
No previous experience required, just willingness to learn
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and take initiative
Attention to detail
Basic computer skills, including Google Suite and data entry
Speak Spanish? You could be paid more for your bilingual work in the field!

Benefits:

Receive a stipend of $15 per hour for up to a total of 192 hours in the program
Gain hands-on experience in energy efficiency best practices and how you can apply those in your own home
Learn valuable technical and soft skills relevant to jobs in the sustainability workforce
Participate in fun community outreach events
Make a positive impact in your community
Build your resume, cover letter, and professional network
Create a portfolio of work to present to potential employers that includes all the skills learned during the program
Network with community partners and potential employers
Receive pre-apprenticeship completion, eligible for entry into an approved apprenticeship program (apprenticeshipnc.com for more details)

To apply, please fill out the form at this link. Reach out to Jamie Wine (he/him) at jamie@greenbuilt.org with any questions. The deadline for applications is May 10, 2024 at 11:59pm.

BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People Of Color) and LGBTQ+ individuals are highly encouraged to apply!

Intern

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis

Position Description:

Green Built Alliance is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more sustainable community. We offer internships to people from all walks of life interested in green building, nonprofit management, marketing and outreach. Internships with the Green Built Alliance are a great way to gain experience, as well make connections and gain valuable insight into nonprofit work and the green building community. Our internships typically last for three months (spring, summer, fall, or winter term). We offer flexible scheduling to work with your class load or other work schedule.

Depending on interest, experience and time of year, interns may work on the following:

Fundraising event planning, promotion and execution
Website management and social media development
Promotion and outreach for our various programs, such as Green Gauge, a green assessment tool for existing homes
Development of resources and references for participants in the Green Built Homes residential building certification program
Grant writing and research

Please note:

Our internships are unpaid, educational training opportunities and are typically administration-based in the office and are not hands-on or in-the-field building homes. However, interns are encouraged to participate in any and all training and educational opportunities offered by the Green Built Alliance free of charge.
While some of our interns have gone on to employment with our company, an internship is not an automatic pathway to paid work due to our small staff size.
We do not provide any assistance with housing. There are two hostels in Asheville and many sublets available via Craigslist, dorms, and online searches.

Those interested in an internship can email office@greenbuilt.org with a resume and at least two references, and someone from our staff will respond shortly.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Green Built Alliance does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status. We actively solicit participation from all ethnic and racial backgrounds. All job descriptions are simply a description of the position and its normal duties. It is in no way intended to serve as any form of contract.