Green Skills Training Coordinator, LEED Council

GREEN SKILLS TRAINING COORDINATOR

Department: Workforce Development

Reports To: Workforce Development Director

Available: March 2010


Organization Background:

LEED Council, Inc. (Local Economic & Employment Development Council) is a non-profit community-based organization providing economic, workforce and sustainable development services to businesses in Chicago’s North River Industrial Corridor, and to Chicagoans seeking skills training. LEED Council is a founding member of the Chicagoland Green Collar Jobs Initiative whose mission is to develop a skilled workforce that is ready to meet employer demands in the new “green” economy and to capture new employment opportunities for Chicago-area low-skilled individuals in emerging green jobs related to energy efficiency and renewable energy, natural resource conservation and environmental-related technology. In response, LEED Council has launched its Green Career Pathways Program.

LEED Council’s Workforce Development Division provides Industrial and Computer Skills training, and green sector training including: Weatherization Skills, and (starting Spring 2010) Solar/Wind Technologies Installation, Advanced Energy Efficiency Technologies, Bridge to HVAC and Bridge to Energy Auditor. LEED Council is developing a new transitional jobs program, Green LEEDers, as a social enterprise.



The Green Skills Training Coordinator will develop and implement LEED Council’s green sector training programs, including curriculum development, training, building linkages with other training and education providers to foster career-path training, and developing linkages with employers. In addition, the Coordinator will work with LEED Council executive staff to manage the Green LEEDers transitional jobs program and transition it into a social enterprise.





DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.



· Green Sector Job Skills Training Classes



• Working with industry professionals and employers, draft curriculum for the new Solar/Wind Technologies Installation, Advanced Energy Efficiency Technologies, Bridge to HVAC and Bridge to Energy Auditor training programs.



• Provide instruction in new Green Career Pathways classes; recruit and supervise assistant trainers, volunteer trainers and professional guest presenters.



• Assist with training in current Weatherization Skills classes.



• Manage partnerships with external training providers such as community colleges and trade schools; and implement joint career-path and certification training programs.







· Develop Green LEEDers Transitional Jobs / Social Enterprise Program



• Identify and contact customer base including weatherization contractors



• Identify and hire Crew Supervisor and Crew Members from LEED Council’s training graduates.



• Provide overall business management of the enterprise including pricing, scheduling, supervising Crew Supervisor.



• Work with CEO and consultant to research, establish business organizational structure, and draft a business plan.



· Green Sector Policy and Advocacy



• Participate on the Chicagoland Green Collar Jobs Initiative, US Green Building Council-Chicago Chapter, and other assigned policy, advocacy, industry & professional groups.



• Research opportunities or requirements to obtain certification and/or accreditation for LEED Council and trainees.



• Assist with fundraising for programs.



QUALIFICATIONS



· Minimum BA or BS in related field. Minimum 3-4 years experience in any of the following broad range of fields will be considered: construction, energy efficiency, renewable energy, energy auditing, real estate development, business management.



· Related certifications a plus: LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and/or OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPPER, etc; or ability to successfully certify according to industry and/or State guidelines.



· Experience providing training or education to adult learners. Experience working with diverse groups including low-income, disadvantaged individuals.



· Strong language and communication skills including: ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Able to speak effectively before groups of customers and program participants.



· Computer experience with all Microsoft office products.



· Self-starter; ability to work independently and as a team member.



· Strong time management skills.



· Valid driver’s license & good driving record as required by Sate of Illinois insurance carrier.



· Experience fundraising and proposal writing a plus.



SALARY: $40,000 to $44,000 depending on experience.

80% of Blue Cross / Blue Shield HMO and Dental



CONTACT



Margie Gonwa, LEED Council Workforce Development Director

mrgonwa@hotmail.com by March 15, 2010

No calls please