Training Coordinator

Applications due June 28, 2024. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume in one combined PDF to jobs@solarenergy.org.

Solar Energy International (SEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit education organization with a mission to provide industry-leadingtechnical training and expertise in renewable energy to empower people, communities, and businesses worldwide. Founded in 1991,SEI has trained more than 100,000 people from around the world. As an organization, we are passionate about renewable energy andcommitted to offering the highest quality, unbiased renewable energy training.

Position Description

This is a full-time, non-exempt position based out of our Paonia, Colorado office. This position is responsible for organizing Solar Energy International’s renewable energy trainings. The Training

Coordinator works with and schedules staff and over 70 contract instructors for online, in-person, lab, contract, and event classes, and handles all related logistics, including travel and lodging. This position will work closely with SEI’s Director ofCurriculum and Instruction.

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities:

Trainings

•       Create an annual schedule of in-person and online trainings

•       Schedule Instructors for all online, in-person, lab, conference, contract, webinar, and any other type of training.

•       Confirm classroom location for all in-person trainings and work with local coordinators to ensure that the classroomlogistics are taken care of for all trainings.

•       Assist with set up and tear down of the Paonia classroom

•       Arrange and communicate all lodging, ground transportation, and other logistics for all instructors and staff coming to thePaonia campus, Costa Rica campus, and traveling for all contract trainings.

•       Work with Notebook Coordinator to secure finished notebooks for all in-person classes.

•       Create a schedule for each training including tours and/or guest speakers

•       Work closely with contracting entity (for contract trainings) to ensure a smooth and successful training

•       Coordinate with the shipping team to ensure that proper equipment and printed materials arrive at classroom destinations for contract trainings

•       Facilitate Paonia Campus labs including student registration, rotation assignments, access to online resources,collection of assessment sheets, and disbursement of instructor evaluations, bike rentals, student support

•       Coordinate and attend Friday lab debrief sessions; collect information on instances and ideas regarding DEI topics from instructors

Instructors

•       Cultivate and hire the Instructor team

•       Onboard new Instructors

•       Schedule instructors, write instructor contracts, ensure the return of signed contracts and W-9s, deliver and code invoices

•       Provide Instructors with all the resources and information they need to deliver the training

•       Facilitate direct feedback between instructors and staff

•       Work closely with instructors to ensure all needs are met

•       Provide documentation to Instructors for their NABCEP and IREC applications

•       Maintain and submit required instructor information to the Division of Private Occupational Schools (DPOS). Ensure all instructor credentials are in compliance and submit reporting as required.

•       Monitor and support instructors through DEI challenges; provide resources and systems to ensure growth and success

General

•       Report to, bring issues to, and bring program perspective to discussions with the SEI Teams--PV team, Student Services team, and Marketing team.

•       Coordinate the annual Staff and Instructor Trainings and PV Team Rally Week.

•       Provide data/input for PV Hands On, PV Online, and Events budgeting process.

•       Other duties as assigned.

Education, Qualification and Experience

A minimum of two years of related experience, including event planning and travel logistics. Must be able to multi-task, bedetail-oriented, and have demonstrated organizational skills as well as the ability to maintain a good attitude and sense ofhumor during a very busy training season. Must have experience with MS Office, Google Suite, excellent written and verbalskills, and be a team

player who is able to adapt to new situations. Preference given to applicants with prior knowledge of renewable energy, however, this position is expected to complete SEI’s PV101: Solar Electric

Design and Installation online course.

Key Skills and Competencies

•       Minimum two years’ experience with event planning and travel logistics

•       Positive attitude, strong administrative and organizational skills, ability to prioritize, strong work ethic

•       Team player who can be flexible in a variety of situations and work remotely with colleagues

•       Experience with MS Office, Google Suite, database entry and management

•       Strong communication skills, including written, phone and verbal skills; ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds

•       Creative, versatile and detailed-oriented

•       Candidate should possess an interest and commitment to the SEI mission

•       Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Featured benefits: Medical insurance stipend, Simple IRA, paid parental leave, flex time (during the off season only, core hours required), generous PTO policies. Non-exempt salary $23.95/hour.

Solar Energy International is committed to creating a thriving and equitable workplace where each staff member and instructor isvalued for their unique contributions. We are invested in creating inclusive learning environments which foster curiosity and successfor all students of various backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We celebrate our differences as they make us stronger in the quest for a world fueled by clean energy.

Solar Energy International is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age,protected veteran status or disability status.