Climate Capital Sector Leader, Building Decarbonization

The Climate Capital Sector Leader for Building Decarbonization at Self-Help Credit Union in Chicago, IL, will manage initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in buildings. Responsibilities include developing financing programs for energy efficiency and renewable projects, ensuring accessibility for low-income communities, and engaging with industry partners. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 7 years of relevant experience, with a strong commitment to economic inclusion and teamwork.
About the position

The Sector Leader, Building Decarbonization will manage initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from residential and commercial buildings. This role involves developing and implementing financing programs for energy efficiency upgrades, weatherization, green mortgages, electrification projects, and renewable energy installations. The leader will collaborate with partners to ensure accessibility of these projects to low-income and disadvantaged communities, promoting environmental justice and economic benefits such as lower energy costs and job creation.

Responsibilities
• Monitor industry, regulatory, and tax changes to identify impacts on lending programs.
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• Shape Self-Help's National Clean Investment Fund products based on market demand and feedback.
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• Lead and coordinate internal processes to develop a robust pipeline for loan products.
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• Engage in industry groups, conferences, and events to build relationships with peers and investors.
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• Contribute to policy discussions and program advocacy.
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• Act as a change agent to drive economic inclusion initiatives by integrating supplier diversity.
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• Perform other duties as necessary.

Requirements
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent, plus 7 years of experience in clean energy, climate finance, product development, project management, or urban planning. A master's degree is preferred.
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• Subject matter expertise in Building Decarbonization and energy efficiency in residential and commercial markets.
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• Contacts and relationships within the climate finance sector are a plus.
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• Experience in the full product lifecycle: research, market analysis, compliance review, testing, marketing, and deployment.
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• Prior experience in clean energy/climate lending and/or investing is preferred.
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• Strong commitment to creating economic opportunity for underserved communities.
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• Preference for teamwork and collaboration, with the ability to set priorities and organize competing tasks.
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• Excellent leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate teammates.
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• Ability to establish effective working relationships across multiple locations.
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• Proficiency in balancing multiple priorities and meeting tight timelines.
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• Ability to build business development networks that lead to loans.
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• Strong quantitative skills for analyzing financial statements and projections.
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• Ability to conduct quick risk assessments on financial viability of loans or programs.
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• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Salesforce, and PowerPoint.
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• Sensitivity to issues of low-wealth borrowers and a desire to work in a diverse organization.
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• Willingness to travel 10-20%.
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• Willingness to work beyond normal hours as needed.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience in urban planning or related fields.
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• Familiarity with environmental justice initiatives.

Benefits
• 401(k)
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• Dental insurance
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• Flexible schedule
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• Health insurance
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• Life insurance
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• Paid time off
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• Vision insurance