THE ORGANIZATION
Founded in 2013, the Washington Solar Energy Industries Association (WASEIA) is the states solar and storage industry trade association. WASEIAs mission is to be a unified voice for the common business interests of its members, particularly related to public policy, legislation, and governmental relations. WASEIA educates legislators and regulators while promoting public understanding about the impacts of policies related to solar energy in the State of Washington.
WASEIA members reach across market segments (residential, commercial, community solar) and consist of installers, project developers, manufacturers, distributors, contractors, financiers, and nonprofits. WASEIAs members see the benefit in investing in the organization and working collectively toward a clean energy future, expanding and sustaining the growth of solar energy across Washington.
WASEIA collaborates with a range of state, local and national organizations, including the national Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Northwest Energy Coalition, Vote Solar, Renewable Northwest, and more to advocate for pro-solar policy and promote solar energy in Washington. For more information, please see the trade associations website: http://www.WASEIA.org
THE POSITION
WASEIA aims to attract a top-talent, dynamic Executive Director (ED). The EDs key performance metrics will evolve over time in accordance with the evolving nature of the industry, but will include: expanding the organizations base of members and allies that represent Washingtons diverse solar industry; strengthening and expanding WASEIAs revenue base and fiscal management; leading staff and day-to-day operations; acting as a representative of the organization with critical stakeholders and members of the press; and developing/ implementing pro-solar policy objectives in partnership with the Board of Directors (BOD).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
WASEIA seeks a well-rounded ED with proven strong strategic planning and communications skills and broad management competencies. A successful candidate must be a seasoned manager, ideally with experience working with both large and small organizations, entrepreneurial businesses, utilities, government and non-profit organizations. A successful candidate will be a high-impact, inspirational individual with a personal passion for WASEIAs mission and for developing the team around them.
REPORTING STRUCTURE & EVALUATION:
The Executive Director will report to the association’s Board of Directors and work closely with the Board President and relevant committees. The performance of the Executive Director will be evaluated annually by the Board of Directors based on predetermined metrics and goals.
DURATION:
This position is a full-time role with an initial term of 1 year, subject to renewal based on performance and mutual agreement. This Scope of Work serves as a general guideline and may be subject to modification based on the evolving needs of the association and its stakeholders.
EEO STATEMENT:
WASEIA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: In person