Energy Policy Research Associate
The Southern Alliance for Clean Energy is seeking an outcome-oriented analyst and advocate to focus on energy efficiency and related issues in the Southeast. The ideal candidate will offer knowledge and experience from one or more of the following areas: industrial and commercial energy management, utility system resource planning, energy efficiency programs, or utility regulatory policy. However, candidates with an aptitude to develop knowledge in those areas will be considered.
Our expectations for the staff member are to independently develop an understanding of key issues and advocate for strategies to achieve significant increases in energy efficiency. Solid writing, public speaking, analytic and computer skills are necessary; experience with state agencies, decision-makers, media, and non-profit advocacy desired. Position will be based in Tennessee, Carolinas, Georgia, Florida, or Washington, DC, with a preference for North Carolina. Applicants should email resume and letter of application to
apply@cleanenergy.org.
This position has been filled. However, we are continuing to accept applications from individuals with strong energy sector qualifications and work experience, as we may fill additional positions with similar job requirements in the near future.
Sace Energy Policy Research Associate
Northern Mississippi Campus Organizer
POSITION TITLE: Northern Mississippi Campus Organizer
ORGANIZATION: Southern Alliance for Clean Energy
CAMPAIGN: Campus Clean Energy Initiatives
LOCATION: Northern Mississippi (University of Mississippi and Mississippi State Campuses)
SALARY: Part-time and Full-time Positions Pay commensurate with experience
TERM: Starts as soon as available
DEADLINE: Rolling until hired
ABOUT SOUTHERN ALLIANCE FOR CLEAN ENERGY
Southern Alliance for Clean Energy (SACE) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that promotes
responsible energy choices that solve global warming problems and ensure clean, safe and
healthy communities throughout the Southeast. In the fall of 2003, SACE launched a new initiative
focusing on colleges and universities in the Southeast. Students across the nation have become increasingly active in bringing renewable energy, energy efficiency and strong
climate policies to the campus community. This program works closely with regional partner the
Southern Energy Network and national partner the Energy Action Coalition.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Northern Mississippi Campus Organizer is responsible for working within the Green Power University Outreach Program. Ideal candidate enjoys challenges. Candidate also has skills in supporting strategic campaigns and training students to make positive change to college campuses by promoting clean energy and making positive
steps to deal with the climate change. The campus organizer must being willing to work beyond his
or her comfort zone and speak truth to power in a way that conveys the urgency of the issue.
This
organizer will actively encourage two Mississippi campuses, the University of Mississippi and Mississippi State, to support the TVA Green Power Switch program, and other local utility programs that take positive steps to promote renewable energy or become more energy efficient.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Assist in the long-term campaign plan to continue the growth of renewable energy and
energy efficiency campaigns at campuses that are currently engaged, and campuses that have
significant interest
-Arrange for campus presentations for the education of students, faculty and administrators with
regards to the importance of clean energy technologies.
-Work with student leaders to hold educational events, collaborate with relevant student
organizations, and organize meetings with campus faculty and administration.
-Organize resources and materials for campuses planning clean energy campaigns for the passage
of green fees and the support of the TVA Green Power Switch program.
-Coordinate student work with ally organizations including: Energy Action, Southern Energy
Network, Sierra Club, and Greenpeace.
SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:
-Excellent planning and project management skills;
-Experience working with students and youth;
-Knowledge of climate change, renewable energy and energy efficiency issues;
-Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills;
-Willingness and ability to travel
DIVERSITY:
The Southern Alliance for Clean Energy highly values diversity, and encourages applicants from
traditionally marginalized groups to apply for positions.
TO APPLY:
Send a cover letter, resume and three references, including salary requirements, to
Gil Melear-Hough: gil@cleanenergy.org. Please include the job title in your email subject.