GLIN==> The OEC is hiring for a Director of Clean Energy Campaigns

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Position Title:  Director of Clean Energy Campaigns



Supervisor:  Director of Energy & Clean Air Programs



Salary and Benefits:  The starting salary range is competitive, with excellent benefits that include paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employer-matched retirement fund; and paid vacation, personal, and holiday leave.



Posting Date:  4/6/11. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.  Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.



Location:  Columbus, Ohio
The Ohio Environmental Council (OEC) seeks to hire a dynamic, energetic, and effective staffer to help push forward a clean energy agenda in several campaigns.  Our Director of Clean Energy Programs will manage public policy efforts and be responsible for media and public outreach.  The Director of Clean Energy Campaigns will oversee public policy efforts at the legislature and in the media, as well as with Ohio's executive agencies. The Director also will build relationships with business, political, and environmental leaders and stakeholders.  Basic knowledge of Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency is essential.  Work experience and/or an advanced degree - a J.D., MPA, MBA, or similar - is highly preferred, but not required.
The Organization:  The OEC's mission is to secure healthy air, land, and water for all who call Ohio home.  The OEC is a statewide, nonprofit environmental advocacy organization with a full-time staff of 17, a 20-member Board of Directors, more than 100 group members, more than 3,000 individual members, and more than 6,000 e-activists.  The OEC's annual budget is $1.5 million, with approximately three-quarters coming from foundation grants, and the rest coming from private donors.  The Ohio Environmental Council is Ohio's leading advocate for fresh air, clean water, and sustainable land use and has a widely respected 40-year history of innovation, pragmatism, and success.  Using legislative initiatives, legal action, scientific principles, and statewide partnerships, we secure a healthier environment for Ohio's families and communities.  Additional information about the organization and its programs can be found on our website, www.theOEC.org.
The Position:  The OEC seeks to hire a unique, ahead-of-the-curve professional interested in helping the Ohio Environmental Council to push forward a clean energy agenda on a variety of fronts.  Our Director of Clean Energy Programs will manage public policy efforts and be responsible for media and public outreach.  The Director also will assist the Director of Energy & Clean Air Programs in overall planning and strategy development efforts.
The Director's primary responsibility will be to provide leadership and expertise in coordinating and carrying out policy campaigns. This includes:

§  Renewable Energy
§  Energy Efficiency
§  Pollution Controls and Clean Air
§  Sustainable Economic Development

The Director also will engage in statewide advocacy and organizing efforts and should have a basic understanding of grassroots mobilization efforts. Project fundraising responsibilities include researching funding prospects, writing concept papers, proposals, and reports, and ensuring that all grant and other funding deliverables and deadlines are met.

Qualifications:  The Director of Clean Energy Campaigns must have significant leadership qualities, with demonstrated skills in advocacy, outreach, and policy development.  Basic familiarity with clean energy and energy efficiency and familiarity with Ohio politics is important.  The Director should be comfortable in a demanding work environment, and have good communication and team-building skills.  Additionally, our new hire must possess the willingness and ability to occasionally travel and work evening and weekend hours, strong writing and speaking skills, proficiency in word processing and use of the Internet.  Good energy and strong self-motivation are critical.  The minimum qualifications include graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelors Degree.  An advanced degree, and/or professional accreditation, is strongly preferred, but not required.

Please email a cover letter, resume, three writing samples, and references to Nolan at theOEC.org with "Director of Clean Energy Campaigns" in the subject line or mail to:


            Nolan Moser

Ohio Environmental Council

            1207 Grandview Ave, Suite 201

            Columbus, OH 43212-3449


The Ohio Environmental Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Kristy Meyer, M.S.
Director of Agricultural & Clean Water Programs
Ohio Environmental Council
1207 Grandview Ave., Ste. 201
Columbus, OH 43212
Direct Phone: (614) 487-5842
OEC Phone: (614) 487-7506
Kristy at theOEC.org
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