Program Director, Clean Tech

The Program Director, Clean Tech at Goodwill Industries International, Inc. leads technical assistance and project management for the Clean Tech Accelerator™ training pathways across the U.S. and Canada. Responsibilities include managing grant implementation, developing workforce training models, and collaborating with partners. The role requires travel for on-site consultations but is primarily remote, supported by grant funding.
TITLE:

Program Director, Clean Tech

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Director, Mission Services

DIVISION/DEPT:

Mission Delivery/Advancement

SUPERVISES:

N/A

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Program Director, Clean Tech position leads technical assistance, project management, subject matter expertise, implementation, and quality standards support for the Goodwill Clean Tech Accelerator™ postsecondary training pathways with Goodwill member organizations, especially at the executive level, throughout the U.S and Canada. The consultation scope encompasses the entire mission business model for Goodwill members, which includes feasibility planning, funding development, policy assessment, financial modeling, staffing, training and funding partnerships, industry hiring partnerships, workforce development leading practices, scaling and growth strategies, and strategic knowledge of the clean energy sector.

BASIC FUNCTION:
• Lead Goodwill Industries International’s (GII’s) consultation for clean energy (examples include solar and storage, electric vehicle charging, and HVAC heat pump) workforce development training models and grant programs, mission business model implementation and growth, capacity building efforts, program development, project management, and technical assistance for the Goodwill network.
• Responsible for the Goodwill Clean Tech Accelerator program and grant implementation, performance, and budget management in alignment with Goodwill values and the Opportunity Accelerator™ delivery system.

NOTE: This position is supported by grants. The position’s establishment and continuance may be dependent upon on-going grant funding.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

A. Manage and coordinate projects, partnerships, and roles and responsibilities with the team assigned to Clean Tech.

B. Collaborate on subgrantee selection through GII Request for Proposal competition process.

C. Lead program implementation through on-site consultation, arms-length consultation, web-based training, and other mediums as appropriate. This includes regular travel to program sites throughout the US and Canada.

D. Convene and lead regular meetings with the GII team and subgrantees to monitor and report grant programmatic and fiscal progress to facilitate timely course corrections.

E. Develop and control spending plans and ensure funds are spent according to funder requirements.

F. Apply detailed knowledge of all relevant laws, rules, regulations, and instructions to guide national subgrantees in grant implementation.

G. Oversee data collection and prepare progress reports with analysis for GII senior leadership, subgrantees, and philanthropic, corporate, and government funding partners.

H. Leverage external technical assistance from partners as needed to ensure success.

I. Ensure the successful completion of project deliverables and alignment with quality standards for the Goodwill Clean Tech Accelerator through consultation, action plans, or program improvement plans.

J. Lead identification and documentation of effective practices to facilitate replication, scaling, and continuous program improvement.

K. Collaborate to develop and deliver informational, promotional, and instructional presentations and learning events for Goodwill organizations and partners to increase program adoption, impact, and peer learning.

L. Act as primary liaison between GII and other national grantees or partners and support the development and growth of funding relationships under the direction of the Director, Mission Services.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Daily contact with departmental staff to carry out departmental activities. Work as a member of the GII team. Frequent contact with other GII staff to coordinate projects and support activities.

GII Members: Frequent contact with Goodwill member organizations, especially at the executive level, engaged in the Goodwill program and grant(s) with some contact with members to provide other support and assistance in related mission services and product delivery.

External: Contact with funding partners and industry partners. Present at national conferences.

SKILLS NEEDED:

A. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to establish trust, build relationships, and demonstrate integrity and credibility with GII colleagues, local Goodwill members and executives, partners and other stakeholders.

B. Excellent management and leadership skills with the demonstrated ability to achieve goals with a wide array of team members from different departments and levels (e.g., within GII, local Goodwill organizations, partners, collaborators and others).

C. Deep understanding of Goodwill mission and workforce development business models and expertise in evaluating and advising on their core components.

D. Strong oral and written communication skills required.

E. Excellent project management and prioritization skills.

F. Effective consulting, group facilitation, and training/teaching skills.

G. Grant management expertise.

H. Experience with various online project management and media software applications (e.g., Smartsheets or Power BI).

I. Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams; experience creating and delivering professional virtual and in-person presentations.

J. Ability to perform moderately difficult mathematical operations to track and report performance and grant spending.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with at least seven years’ experience in position(s) with increasing responsibility demonstrating strong organization and communication skills in a team environment. Minimum of a bachelor’s or associate degree in business management, social or human services, or education; master’s degree preferred. Specific project management, grant management, or consultation training desired.

EXPERIENCE:

A. Seven or more years’ experience in project and grant management.

B. Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple demands and projects across multiple sites.

C. Experience managing web-based platforms and creating communications documents.

D. Experience working with data management systems and budgets.

E. Experience creating, implementing, and scaling workforce development programs for underserved populations, including people experiencing poverty, people that are justice-impacted, and young adults disconnected from education and employment.

F. Experience desired with workforce development programs, postsecondary training, or other relevant experience in the clean energy sector, which could include the solar and storage, EV charging, and HVAC heat pump fields.

DECISION MAKING: Decision and recommendation making for developing systems, appropriate responses to identified needs, and consultative guidance to improve performance.

SUPERVISION: Moderate with latitude given to the position in carrying out work assignments. Work is checked for accuracy and completeness.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Sedentary with lifting 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles or files. Walking and standing are required occasionally; long hours sitting at a desk and using a computer.

EMOTIONAL EFFORT: Work environment usually hectic with periods of high stress. Must demonstrate a positive attitude in meeting daily challenges.

OUR VALUES

We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to thrive. Goodwill’s mission grounds us and happens through each one of us. This aspiration applies to each GII team member as much as to the people we serve. GII’s organizational values guide all that we do; how we do our work and make decisions, and how we interact with each other, Goodwill members and all stakeholders.

Our mission happens through me (Passion)

We have a fire for our mission. We bring our energy, creativity and passion to all that we do. By contributing the best of what is within each of us, we inspire the same in our peers, and multiply Goodwill’s impact.

Drive to make a difference (Impact)

We believe that our work must lead to a measurable difference in the lives of the people Goodwill serves. We are committed to performance excellence in all that we do. Our strategy focuses our work to achieve that impact, and we say no to things that do not align.

You before me (Respect)

We treat all people with dignity, kindness, appreciation and respect. We are curious without judgment, and we actively listen to ensure mutual understanding. We give everyone a caring and safe place to share their opinions, their talents, and their questions. We build trust through direct, clear and transparent communication. We are open and humble.

Thriving begins at home (Well-being)

We respect the contributions and the needs of our individual team members equally, and we understand that each one of us needs different things at different times to thrive both in and out of the workplace. We strive to make genuine and continuous investments in one another and ourselves. As such, we adopt healthy, holistic approaches to our work. We proactively care for one another and ourselves by speaking up for what we need and supporting one another in achieving it.

Out of many, One Goodwill (Advancing Our Mission Together)

We embrace all people and perspectives as we advance Goodwill’s mission to help people reach their full potential through the power of work. We acknowledge historical inequities still exist and are intentional in breaking barriers. We are committed to being part of the solutions, leaning into courageous conversations, and providing inclusive spaces and equal opportunities for real change in all of our endeavors. Our diversified reflection shall shine as one Goodwill.

Be bold, learn and grow (Agility)

We are open, creative, innovative, agile and willing to take risks. We operate with a sense of urgency, without rushing for the sake of speed. While we do our best to make good decisions, we embrace failure for the learning it affords and adapt quickly to move ahead. We are one unified team that succeeds and stumbles, and learns and grows together with humility and grace.