The Southern Environmental Law Center is hiring a new Climate Campaign Associate in either our Birmingham, AL. or Charleston, SC. offices, although other SELC offices can be considered. SELC&rsquo;s strategic plan has three core pillars: Climate Change reversal, Environmental Justice and producing national solutions from our work protecting the South. This individual will join our Climate Initiative, reporting to our Climate Initiative Leader. At its core, the focus of this position will be defining and driving forward climate policy campaigns and advancing climate policies in target States. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful, nationally recognized organization that is effectively addressing some of the most pressing and challenging environmental issues throughout the South and the nation.&nbsp;
SELC has a hybrid work model that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week.&nbsp; This is a full-time, exempt, three-year term position. All employees must reside in our region. SELC will provide relocation reimbursement for those relocating for an SELC position.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3 id="h-primary-responsibilities-nbsp" class="wp-block-heading">Primary Responsibilities:&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>Create state opportunity landscape assessments to advance climate policies in target states, mapping existing and potential partner organization capacity and related priorities, key stakeholders and decision makers, potential new partners, leverage points, resonant messaging, target audience strategies, and more.   &nbsp;</li>
<li>Develop one to two potential climate campaign concepts with recommended strategy and tactics in the target states. Each concept will be developed in partnership with state teams to determine whether and how to move forward.  &nbsp;</li>
<li>Provide project management support for target campaigns. In some instances, participate in and directly manage the resulting advocacy.  In others, coordinate with the state program advocates and coalition partners primarily handling that advocacy. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Explore opportunities for additional research on climate-related topics to support campaign goals and elevate issue visibility and SELC thought leadership, working with program teams and Communications.   &nbsp;</li>
<li>Advise program staff in state offices on climate priorities and opportunities.  &nbsp;</li>
<li>Participate as a thought partner with program staff in developing advocacy strategies. Possible areas of policy work include decarbonization of TVA, implementation of federal climate funding and incentives, defense against regional gas growth, state and local resilience policies, and clean transportation.  &nbsp;</li>
<li>Identify new partnerships and build and participate in coalition efforts to support climate goals. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Build and cultivate strong relationships with key decision-makers including public officials and staff, partners and other external stakeholders. Coordinate externally with partner organizations and allies to advance climate campaign objectives.  Attend and represent SELC in meetings among partner groups as appropriate.   &nbsp;</li>
<li>When appropriate, chronicle and analyze campaign activities to capture and share lessons learned for the benefit of future strategic campaigns. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Support SELC&rsquo;s collegial, collaborative, inclusive approach in advancing climate solutions.  &nbsp;</li>
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<h3 id="h-required-qualifications-nbsp-nbsp" class="wp-block-heading">Required Qualifications:&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>5+ years of relevant work experience with at least some issue or political campaign work.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong commitment to addressing the causes and consequences of climate change and advancing clean, sustainable energy resources in the South. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Familiarity with the Inflation Reduction Act and other major federal climate programs. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to think strategically and manage concurrent fast-paced projects.  &nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse clients and partners, legislators, regulators and business leaders. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong independent initiative and the ability to contribute effectively and collaborate as a team member. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Oral advocacy experience and comfort speaking in varied settings. &nbsp;</li>
<li>A strong personal commitment to SELC&rsquo;s mission. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong commitment to equity-centered policy work. &nbsp;</li>
<li>A genuine interest in and commitment to helping SELC create and foster a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. You engage in ongoing personal learning and are eager to contribute to our organizational efforts in this area. &nbsp;</li>
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<h3 id="h-desired-qualifications-nbsp-nbsp" class="wp-block-heading">Desired Qualifications:&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>Significant issue or political campaign experience. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Prior experience working in one of SELC&rsquo;s six states. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Media, brand management, or crisis communications experience. &nbsp;</li>
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<h3 id="h-about-selc-nbsp-nbsp" class="wp-block-heading">About SELC:&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
The Southern Environmental Law Center is one of the nation&rsquo;s most powerful defenders of the environment, rooted in the South. With a long track record, SELC takes on the toughest environmental challenges in court, in government, and in our communities to protect our region&rsquo;s air, water, climate, wildlife, lands, and people. Nonprofit and nonpartisan, the organization has a staff of over 200, including more than 130 legal and policy experts, and is headquartered in Charlottesville, VA, with offices in Asheville, Atlanta, Birmingham, Chapel Hill, Charleston, Nashville, Richmond, and Washington, DC.&nbsp;
At our core, we are place-based, rooted in our region, and connected with the communities and clients we serve. We believe in an equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the rich racial and cultural diversity of our region and allows diverse perspectives to come to the forefront. We approach our work with the highest level of integrity, holding ourselves to high standards with an emphasis on honesty, accountability, and thoughtfulness. We value collaboration and camaraderie, realizing we are strongest when we work together and knowing that everyone has a critical role to play. We strive for impact through a strategic, bold, pragmatic, and ambitious outlook that is dedicated to achieving powerful results. We believe in these values and in the power of SELC. We hope you consider joining us. Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.southernenvironment.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.southernenvironment.org/</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3 id="h-compensation-amp-benefits-nbsp-nbsp" class="wp-block-heading">Compensation &amp; Benefits:&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
SELC offers salaries competitive with other leading environmental nonprofits nationally and provides an excellent benefits package. The starting salary range for this position is $70,000- $90,000 commensurate with experience. For more details about our benefits package, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.southernenvironment.org/about-selc/careers/benefits" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Careers page</a>.&nbsp;
SELC is a PSLF (<a href="https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Public Service Loan Forgiveness</a>) eligible employer.  &nbsp;
SELC will also provide relocation reimbursement for those relocating for an SELC position, up to a specific dollar amount and contingent on the move being at least 50 miles from the current primary address.&nbsp;
<h3 id="h-to-apply" class="wp-block-heading">To Apply:&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
To apply, click on the &lsquo;Apply Now&rsquo; button below to be directed to an online application where you may upload your application materials. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, a writing or work sample (an advocacy-oriented sample is preferred, however any sample that well-represents your writing/work is sufficient), and three references. The initial deadline for receipt of complete applications is Wednesday 5/15/24. However, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please state&nbsp;<a href="https://www.southernenvironment.org/about-us/offices/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SELC office</a>&nbsp;preferences in your cover letter, if not Birmingham, AL. or Charleston, SC. &nbsp;
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SELC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace environment. We are eager to welcome new team members who share this commitment. We still have much progress to make, but our goal is to create and maintain a staff that, at every level, reflects&nbsp;the rich racial and cultural diversity of the communities where we work and the clients that we serve. Persons of all backgrounds&mdash;including people of color, women, people with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ candidates&mdash;are strongly encouraged to apply.&nbsp;

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SPAN is creating a new category of smart panels for whole home energy management that bridges traditional electrical products with renewable products, like heat pumps, solar and battery storage, that supports distributor initiatives and profitable growth. We are looking for someone with leadership, passion and experience selling to national and regional electrical, HVAC, or renewable distributors. This role sits within the Distribution Channel and will work cross-functionally with the Builder and Installer/Contractor channels to create an effective push/pull strategy. This is an opportunity to establish SPAN in multiples trades as a dynamic thought leader and category creator. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Work with senior leadership to develop a robust electrical distribution and HVAC distribution strategy and execution plan for assigned distribution accounts within the region</li><li>Develop relationships, execute supply level agreements, and sales and marketing plans with assigned accounts at both national and regional levels</li><li>Negotiate contractual agreements and ensures contract obligations are met</li><li>Conduct regular business reviews and present outcomes to executive leadership</li><li>Engage across all aspects of the distributors business - electrical, EV, renewables, HVAC, etc.</li><li>Support the local awareness and onboarding of installers through distribution to create pull campaigns with local sales teams</li><li>Work cross-functionally to ensure programs are executed and supported by supply chain, product, operations, sales ops, marketing and finance teams</li><li>Understand and monitor industry trends and opportunities for SPAN to expand the business model within distribution</li></ul><h3>About You </h3>Required Qualifications<ul><li>7+ years of experience and success selling to national and/or regional electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or renewable distributors - Sonepar, Greentech Renewables, Ferguson, Watsco, Rexel</li><li>Demonstrated ability for the art of technical sales: driving urgency, consultative selling and closing business</li><li>Strong analytical and operational skills in executing distribution strategic plans that result in mindshare and revenue driven by distributor</li><li>A solid and genuine understanding of technology, specifically relevant to smart home and sustainable or renewable energy</li><li>Ability to create a long term vision and engage key stakeholders to execute on that vision</li><li>Ability to get things done in a fast-paced startup environment</li><li>Strong team-player with proven track record of working effectively with all stakeholders</li><li>Past experience building out a new vertical for a company, including managing a team</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Positive mindset and attitude with a passion for rapidly scaling residential electrification</li><li>Up to 60% travel may be required</li></ul>Bonus Qualifications<ul><li>Participation in industry distributor organizations - NAED, HARDI, etc.</li><li>Based in Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, </li></ul> The U.S. base salary range for this position is $152,000 - $171,000 plus benefits, equity and 50% variable compensation for Sales-related roles. This range represents SPAN’s good faith estimate of competitively-priced salary for the role based on national, real-time industry data from companies of a similar growth stage. This range reflects minimum and maximum new hire salaries for the role across US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by location and individual factors including relevant skills, experience and education or training. This range correlates to the relative level of the candidate we believe we need for the role and may require an adjustment for candidates of a different level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the location this role is based during the hiring process.  Life at SPANHeadquartered in San Francisco’s vibrant SoMa neighborhood, we are an eclectic group of creative thinkers who value open communication, teamwork, and a ‘make it happen’ approach to addressing complex challenges. SPAN embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We’re hiring talented individuals who are driven by success and are passionate about shaping the future of renewable energy. If that sounds like you, we’d love for you to consider joining the rapidly growing team at SPAN.The Perks:⚡ Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company⚡ Comprehensive benefits (including medical; dental, vision, life and disability insurance)⚡ Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit⚡ Strong focus on team building and company culture (events, meet-ups, clubs)⚡ Flexible hours and unlimited PTO

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