12 Climate Careers: Stockton Program Assistant Jobs in Stockton, CA
Rising Sun Center for Opportunity is Hiring a Climate Careers: Stockton Program Assistant Near Stockton, CA
Job Opening: Stockton Program Assistant
About Us
Rising Sun Center for Opportunity is a premier workforce development and community resilience
non-profit serving the Bay Area and Stockton. We offer two programs, Climate Careers and Opportunity
Build, that give youth and adults the training and experience they need to access sustainable career
pathways and maximize their potential.
For more information about Rising Sun, please visit www.risingsunopp.org
The Climate Careers Program
Climate Careers offers a no-cost service to local Stockton homes. This service, called a Green House Call,
consists of an energy and water audit and installations of energy- and water-saving devices. Climate
Careers employs youth Energy Specialists, ages 15-22 from low-income households, to perform these
audits and installations. Our innovative mission combines residential energy efficiency services with youth
employment, development, and pathways to success.
The Program Assistant (PA) Position
The Program Assistant is responsible for supporting regional management teams in Stockton. The main
goal of the PA is to provide operational and administrative support, recruitment and outreach, Green
House Call delivery, and quality control. The PA will learn the various aspects of the Climate Careers
program and will gain experience in youth development. This position calls for someone who thrives in a
fast-paced environment and who can balance multiple priorities. The PA reports directly to the Regional
Manager.
Position Schedule: June 2- August 4, 2023
- Program Assistant pay: $20/hour (20 hours/week), temporary, non-exempt
- Vehicle use reimbursement when traveling from site office to client’s homes or any other Rising
Sun event’s location. Rising Sun reimburses mileage at the 2023 federal mileage rate determined by
the IRS.
- Locations: The PA will primarily be located in Rising Sun’s Stockton office (445 W. Weber Ave Suite
Assisting with community engagement and outreach for Green House Calls
- Attending events throughout Stockton to represent Rising Sun and Climate Careers
Last updated (01/2023)
- Conduct phone outreach and schedule appointments for in-person Green House Calls
- Provide quality assurance, monitoring youth-led, in-home energy assessments, and providing
- Support staff needs by conducting Green House Calls as needed
- Deliver inventory and supplies to site offices in Stockton
A successful Program Assistant…
Has knowledge of youth development principles and at least two years of experience working with
- Has a strong understanding of local resources available to youth and is able to research and
- Is highly skilled at classroom management and engaging lesson plan facilitation
- Has experience facilitating life skills and professional development workshops to a group of young
- Has the ability to motivate youth and manage behavioral issues in a positive manner
Adhere to all Rising Sun policies, including the Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Policy
- Provide proof of up to date COVID-19 vaccination by the start date
- Adhere to public health safety regulations, including (but not limited to) wearing a mask and gloves,
- Have a car, valid driver’s license, and motor vehicle insurance
- Be able to pass a motor vehicle record check with a safe driving record
- Be able to travel 40% - 60% of the time (locally, and to Stockto site offices)
- Be able to lift 25 pounds and walk up to half a mile at a time
- Be able to follow instructions and complete tasks with minimal supervision
- Have strong computer skills like Google Suite and Microsoft Office; able to quickly learn new
- Be able to complete the virtual Mandated Reporter Training within the first week of training
An effective verbal and written communicator with strong customer service skills
- Comfortable engaging with the public and adapting a message for diverse audiences
- Flexible and adaptable; able to independently prioritize and shuffle responsibilities
- Able to positively and professionally represent Rising Sun in the community
- Organized with keen attention to detail
It’s not just another job–it’s a chance to participate in a program where you can make a difference in your community
and for the environment, while gaining valuable skills and work experience!
Last updated (01/2023)
READY to Apply?
Please email your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to CCjobs@risingsunopp.org,
and include “Program Assistant” in the subject line. We are accepting resumes and hiring on a rolling basis,
so we highly encourage you to get your application in as soon as possible.
Rising Sun is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Rising Sun is committed to diversity and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to color,
ethnic background, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, and disability status.
EOE/AA/Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
Last updated (01/2023)
Job Summary
Full Time
Wholesale
$77k-101k (estimate)
05/25/2023
06/10/2024
risingsunopp.org
SAN JOSE, CA
<25
1994
RAYMOND CHEN
<$5M
Wholesale
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About Rising Sun Center for Opportunity
Rising Sun Center for Opportunity's mission is building career pathways for economic equity and climate resilience. We strive to do this by: Educating the community about sustainable behaviors and technologies Offering free residential audits and services that save energy and water Providing workforce development training for youth and adults with barriers to employment
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