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SalaryEID EA and Team Support (REMOTE IN THE U.S)
Why you want to work here...
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 8 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, Mid-Atlantic/Washington D.C. region, and Tribal Lands within the U.S. Additionally, GRID has international operations in Nicaragua, Mexico, and Nepal. GRID has a dedicated staff of 400 and growing!
What it's like at GRID…
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must be dedicated to participating in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
**Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
The Opportunity…
- Manage the calendar and all scheduling for the Director of EID and all EID projects / activities
- Act as sounding board and thought partner
- Keep the team up to date, reminding them of tasks and project timelines
- Perform administrative tasks for EID Director, such as procurement, expense reconciliation, writing, editing, presentation and agenda creation, data collection, project tracking with project management software (Asana)
- Participate in interviewing, onboarding and training of EID fellows and new EID staff
- Improve the efficiency and effectiveness of GRID Alternatives’ EID Director and Team by identifying potential roadblocks and then create solutions to run and organize these areas
- Support the EID team with development and administration of EID team goals, systems, structures, and projects
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with folks working on EID projects throughout GRID and keep a pulse on how GRID is moving forward towards its EID goals
- Support EID team meeting by helping draft agendas and sharing participants; time keeping, note taking, and tracking action items post meeting
- Commit to ongoing personal internal EID work (anti-racist/internal privilege work)
- Coordinate with other EID team members to hold presence in organizational meetings and hold the org to its EID values
- Maintain discretion and confidentiality with all EID relationships and communications
- Collaborate with the Administrative Professionals Team at GRID to develop strong relationships with other Executive Assistants and Office Managers. Act as a leader among peers to support the growing team of admins at GRID Alternatives, growing a culture of efficiency, teamwork and a dedication to embodying EID values in our roles
What you bring to this role…
- Readiness to forge relationships in or to be open with leaders and team members; high EQ
- Strong interest in EID (Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity) efforts and learning
- Adept at organizational change - comfortable in a constantly evolving environment
- A nerdy admiration for processes plus a desire to build new ones and strong attention to detail
- Effective and flexible communication skills
- Highly resourceful team-player - willing to seek answers and support the team and GRID Alternatives overall
- Ability to work independently on projects
- Proficient level of MS Office and G-Suite platforms
It would be great if you also had…
- Experience in the EID work sphere
- Proven experience supporting leaders in an Executive Assistant (or related administrative) role
- Experience with Paycor, Paycom ATS and HRIS platforms are a plus but not required
Where you will sit and the places you may go…
This position may rarely require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as company-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required.
GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Let's Talk Money
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Hourly pay commensurate with experience within the pay band ($21-$28 per hour), plus the benefits below.
How we take care of you...
Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
Ready to Apply?
Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!
