Outreach Coordinator 

Why you want to work here...

GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.

Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.

Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.

Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 8 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, Mid-Atlantic/Washington D.C. region, and Tribal Lands within the U.S. Additionally, GRID has international operations in Nicaragua, Mexico, and Nepal. GRID has a dedicated staff of 400 and growing!

What it's like at GRID…

At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must participate in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.

GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.

Why this is a big deal…

GRID Alternatives is seeking an experienced Outreach Coordinator to work directly with families, helping them apply for a solar rebate program, and conducting direct outreach in targeted communities to increase the number of clients served.

The Opportunity…

• Collaborate with Outreach, Workforce, Development teams, and Director to create and implement an outreach strategy to serve families in targeted areas to meet/exceed aggressive goals

• Target areas of focus which consists of regions covering the Central Valley and rural tribal communities

• Build and maintain partnerships with affordable housing developers, local government agencies, community-based organizations, tribal liaisons, and others to effectively serve qualified families in communities of concern

• Work with GRID Alternatives construction team to coordinate site visits, installations and troubleshooting for families

• Educate homeowners on the benefits of solar, and deliver training sessions on how they can maximize their savings with the solar system and how to read their bill

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and willing to pitch in as needed, especially with training SolarCorps Fellows, other staff, interns and volunteers

• Assist other GRID departments to meet/exceed annual goals with activities connected to development/fundraising/sponsor

• Other job duties as assigned, including but not limited to: admin tasks, some public speaking, talking to media, working events, and marketing/PR

What you need to bring to this role…​

• Experience living and/or working in economically disadvantaged communities of concern and with diverse populations

• 3 to 5 years of either community outreach experience, or sales/marketing experience in the Tulare, Kings, and/or Kern counties.

• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills (verbal/written, ability to meet with partner organizations, speak to groups about GRID Alternatives’ work, educate low-income families about our services, be a positive GRID Alternatives representative in the community); must possess a positive, can-do attitude

• Holds strong skills in MS Office, Gmail, Google Docs, databases, internet research, etc.

• Highly organized, attention to detail and follow through, flexible, and willing to embrace change, go the extra mile, and bring ideas and energy to a growing organization

*Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.

Where you will sit and the places you may go…

Remote work is possible if the candidate resides in Tulare, Kings, or Kern County. This position may rarely require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as company-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required.

GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

Let's Talk Money

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Hourly pay commensurate with experience within the pay band ($23-$31 per hour), plus the benefits below.

How we take care of you...

Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance

Ready to Apply?

Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.

Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!