Clean Energy Navigator Lead

Goodwill is seeking a Clean Energy Navigator Lead to support its new programming in the emerging field of clean energy. This position will be responsible for oversight of outreach and community education to eligible program participants, partners, and employers to raise awareness of opportunities to participate in Clean Energy programs. The Lead will oversee and perform outreach to engage with diverse community, employer, and workforce stakeholders to reflect both the opportunities and the needs of the emerging regional clean energy economy. The Lead will be essential to developing new and cultivating existing business relationships to establish industry workforce needs and establishing connections with related training providers. Goodwill offers its employees competitive compensation and benefits. If all this seems interesting to you, please read on for specific responsibilities and then respond with your resume and cover letter! We look forward to hearing from you. Responsibilities & Essential Functions: Community Outreach

• Develop and execute outreach events and activities in a four-county area (Winnebago, Boone, Stephenson, and Ogle counties).
• Establish a positive rapport with individuals and partner agencies in the community.
• Show flexibility in working with people from diverse social, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Maintain confidentiality and strong ethical practices while working with participants.

Communication

• Ensure communication and marketing is delivered in under served areas.
• Create documentation for ease of navigating programs, employers, and industry information.
• Raise awareness of the Clean Energy workforce programs in the region by providing information to organizations, individuals, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provide appropriate referrals for individuals to training programs and assist in navigating the enrollment process to all Clean Energy related programs.

Community Partnerships

• Work with partners to develop and implement strategy for community awareness of Clean Energy Programs.
• Create partnerships with regional educational institutions, community organizations, local employers, and labor unions to connect with eligible individuals.
• Ensure outcomes of Navigator grant are met by community partners.

Administrative

• Work with staff and partners to ensure processes for referrals and enrollment are effective and timely.
• Report on all outreach and partner data.
• Maintain participant files and reports in compliance with program requirements.

The above-listed responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or duties required. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned. At Goodwill, diversity, equity, and inclusion is who we are and it’s at the core of what we do. That is why we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are excited that you are interested in working with us. We encourage you to apply for any position that you feel best aligns with your background and experiences. Regardless of ability, background, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, and faith, we commit to providing each applicant a hiring experience that allows you to bring your authentic self to the table. If you need an alternative method to applying for this position, please contact Goodwill's Human Resource Department at .