Current Career Opportunities with the Green Door Initiative
Discover your path to a successful career in environmental justice by inquiry below. Here we list available openings to join our team or vacancies within our workforce development partnered organizations. Explore exciting opportunities that align with your skills and our ongoing goal to develop a healthy and thriving eco-friendly economy in the midwest and beyond. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting entering the workforce, check back regularly for updates on job opportunities and unlock the green door to a fulfilling career.
Workforce Development Program Manager
Reports to: Director Employer Engagement Workforce Funding Source: Classification: Full-time benefits (salary) Salary Range: Salary based on experience Date: June 1, 2024 Approved: Donele Wilkins, CEO/President
POSITION SUMMARY:
Green Door Initiative (GDI) is an internationally known non-profit organization whose mission is to ensure that every person is environmentally literate, capable of practicing and promoting sustainability as a lifestyle. Our work includes advocacy in the areas of climate justice, environmental health, access to safe drinking water, job training and civic engagement. GDI embraces the following core values as a driver for company culture and success:
➢ People centered
➢ Justice Minded
➢ Compassionate toward others
➢ Life affirming no matter the circumstances
These 4 values are the pillars upon which we stand as a team and work as an organization. All employees should embrace our mission and vision and incorporate our core values in their day-to-day work as we strive to impact our community.
The Program Manager for workforce will ensure that assigned project-based programs are administered and adhere to the established schedules, specifications and budgets according to the appropriate grant. The manager may both plan and execute programs, pilots and community engagement activities. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of emotional intelligence. The incumbent is a self-starter with the ability to be proactive and manage multiple tasks including managing a team of professionals as well as students. Exemplary organizational skills along with basic project management skills is a must. This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Serves as an instructor for students on various aspects of technical job readiness skills and other technical instruction.
- Curriculum design and updates as needed for each segment of the training classes.
- Monitor classes taught by other instructors and provide coaching and conflict resolution solutions as needed.
- Recruitment of students for workforce training classes and programs.
- Visually inspect work environment to ensure that grant benchmarks are being met.
- Ensure that instruction materials are adequate and available for program participants.
- Represent GDI at community events to ensure the visibility of the organization.
- Prepare reports and updates for various grant funders and clients.
- Direct, plan and organize all components of workforce development program.
- Supervise, lead, develop and motivate instructors, students and contractors.
- Assist students with job readiness to successfully complete the recruitment process.
- Manage work of Program Assistant and other team members.
- Develop and cultivate partnerships with stakeholders and organizations.
- Create and implement learning materials for workshops and trainings.
- Forecasts potential schedule delays and develops alternatives.
- Lead training sessions for workforce development programs.
- Provide leadership, mentoring and supervision of students throughout the program year.
- Develop curriculums as assigned.
- Maintain program Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Monitor program progress and make recommendations for adjustments as needed.
- Facilitate events and other company activities that are program related.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Additional duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in business, education, project management, organizational leadership or a related field preferred.
Experience:
At least five years of teaching or training experience in workforce development. At least three years of experience in a supervisory role with increasing levels of responsibility.
Communications: A professional demeanor is always expected. Ability to reach various learning levels via written and verbal communication.
Problem Solving: Ability to analyze and solve problems to achieve program goals. Ability to think proactively and respond to situations with reasonable solutions.
Customer focused: Dedicated to providing outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers while fostering positive relationships.
Organized: Plans and prioritizes work activities with an effective use of time. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects at once.
Computer Skills: Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Proficiency in MS Project or other project management software is a plus.
Initiative: Ability to work independently with or without supervision. Ability to work well with team members and foster positive relationships. Meets challenges with resourcefulness.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for supervising Lead Instructor, Students, Contractors and delegating to the company’s Program Assistant.
Physical requirements: Must be able to walk and/or stand for prolonged periods of time inside and at outdoor events. Must be able to climb steps and ladders. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Ability to travel throughout facility, climb ladders, work outdoors during various seasons. Should have the ability to use basic hand tools.
Transportation: This position requires reliable transportation.
Salary based upon experience.
Program Manager for the Air Quality Division
Reports to: Director Employer Engagement Workforce Funding Source: Classification: Full-time benefits (salary) Salary Range: Salary based on experience Date: August 25, 2024 Approved: Donele Wilkins, CEO/President
POSITION SUMMARY:
Green Door Initiative (GDI) is an internationally known non-profit organization whose mission is to ensure that every person is environmentally literate, capable of practicing and promoting sustainability as a lifestyle. Our work includes advocacy in the areas of climate justice, environmental health, access to safe drinking water, job training and civic engagement. GDI embraces the following core values as a driver for company culture and success:
➢ People centered
➢ Justice Minded
➢ Compassionate toward others
➢ Life affirming no matter the circumstances
These 4 values are the pillars upon which we stand as a team and work as an organization. All employees should embrace our mission and vision and incorporate our core values in their day to-day work as we strive to impact our community.
GDI is seeking an enterprising individual to serve as Program Manager for the Air Quality division. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that assigned project-based programs are administered and adhere to the established schedules, specifications and budgets according to the appropriate grant. The manager may both plan and execute programs, pilots and community engagement activities. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of emotional intelligence. The incumbent is a self-starter with the ability to be proactive and manage multiple tasks including managing a team of professionals as well as students. Exemplary organizational skills along with basic project management skills is a must.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Develop and manage a network of providers to engage in GDI’s air quality testing and
improvement program.
• Manage a network of childcare centers including the internal process and structure to obtain analysis and remediation of air quality issues.
• Manage a team of interns and licensed contractors ensuring that air quality equipment is properly installed.
• Evaluate the quality assurance process/contractor ensuring that the program metrics are being met.
• Oversee an Air Quality Advisory Team which ensures that the program’s goals are properly identified and kept current.
• Ensure that instruction materials are adequate and available for program participants.
• Manage data, prepare reports for the community and grantors.
• Ensure that instruction materials are adequate and available for program participants.
• Represent GDI at community events to ensure the visibility of the organization.
• Prepare reports and updates for various grant funders and clients.
• Coordinate with project steering committee.
• Direct, plan and organize all components of the environmental quality programs.
• Conduct webinars and training for childcare centers on issues related to indoor air quality.
• Supervise, lead, develop and motivate contractors.
• Conduct project evaluation activities.
• Design and lead community engagement efforts in alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and cultivate partnerships with stakeholders and organizations.
• Create and implement learning materials for workshops and trainings.
• Forecasts potential schedule delays and develops alternatives.
• Lead training sessions for the community on air quality monitoring and remediation.
• Expand and manage the AQMP project utilizing resources.
• Supervise site visit team.
• Facilitate events and other company activities that are program related.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Additional duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in public health, environmental science, engineering or a related field required.
Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience working in the field of environmental or public health with knowledge of air quality issues related to public health disparities. Must have two years’ experience supervising a diverse team. Must have familiarity will all areas of environmental disparities.
Communications: A professional demeanor is always expected. Ability to reach various learning levels via written and verbal communication.
Problem Solving: Ability to analyze and solve problems to achieve program goals. Ability to think proactively and respond to situations with reasonable solutions.
Customer Focused: Dedicated to providing outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers while fostering positive relationships.
Organized: Plans and prioritizes work activities with an effective use of time. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects at once.
Computer Skills: Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Proficiency in MS Project or other project management software is a plus.
Initiative: Ability to work independently with or without supervision. Ability to work well with team members and foster positive relationships. Meets challenges with resourcefulness.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for supervising assistant manager, Contractors
Physical requirements: Must be able to walk and/or stand for prolonged periods of time inside and at outdoor events. Must be able to climb steps and ladders. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Ability to travel throughout facility, climb ladders, work outdoors during various seasons. Should have the ability to use basic hand tools.
Transportation: This position requires reliable transportation.