Director of housing and energy services job description

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and handles sales for the North American region. It is a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ), Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), and San Francisco, USA (Energy Storage/Inverter & Software HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, and a Top 8 business enterprise in South Korea. HQCA recently acquired Geli, a leading developer of Energy Management System software for energy storage, solar, and other renewable resources.

The Distributed Energy (DE) team develops, invests in, and delivers distribution-connected solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in North America. The DE team offers the full spectrum of BESS and PV+BESS solutions - from integrated ESS hardware and software, project development and investment to asset management and operations.

The Director of Federal Energy Services will lead the new Federal Energy Services team within the Distributed Energy division of Q CELLS North America. The primary objective of the role is to win and deliver energy service projects with the US Federal Government. Federal Energy Services is a new team within Distributed Energy, and the Director will need to play a role both in winning individual contracts but also building up the necessary processes, infrastructure, and organizational capabilities to allow the team to be successful.

ResponsibilitiesBuild a business plan with a focus on areas where Q CELLS Distributed Energy offerings provide differentiated value to Federal customers.Create the infrastructure, processes, and frameworks to allow Q CELLS Distributed Energy to successfully bid for and win projects with the US Federal Government.Advise on and help create new offerings and other qualifications required to compete in the Federal market.Lead the Federal Energy Services team.Get Q CELLS qualified as a DOE Energy Services Company.Explore potential participation in ESPC and UESC programs.Prepare submissions for and secure Federal Government IDIQ contracts.Track and monitor upcoming Federal Government RFPs.Prepare proposals for and win Federal Government energy service projects.Hire and return key roles within the Federal Services team within Distributed Energy.Provide oversight of and act as the customer advocate on won projects.Advise on required subcontractor partnerships to drive value and success.As a key member of the Distributed Energy leadership team, help shape and direct the group's strategy and business plan.

Required QualificationsA Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution, in Business, Engineering, or a related field.10-years or more of experience selling or delivering energy service projects.5-years or more of experience bidding for, winning, and delivering renewable energy or energy efficiency projects under a Federal Government framework (e.g., IDIQ).Understanding of, and passion for, renewable energy systems.Ability to travel up to 20% of the time domestically.Experience building and leading a high-performance team.Demonstrated record of success selling and implementing energy-related projects for the US Federal market.
Physical, Mental, & Physical Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility
Standing: 20% of time
Sitting: 70% of time
Walking: 10% of time

Strength
Pulling: up to 10 Pounds
Pushing: up to 10 Pounds
Carrying: up to 10 Pounds
Lifting: up to 10 Pounds

Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning: F
Twisting: F
Bending: O
Crouching: O
Balancing: N
Climbing: N
Crawling: N
Kneeling: N

Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing: F
Handling: F
Reaching: F

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job DescriptionPOSITION: Director of Housing Services
REPORTS TO: Deputy Chief Program Officer
STATUS: Exempt, Full-Time
COMPENSATION: $62,400 Annually
BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Holidays, Sick, and Vacation
LOCATION:
Sacramento, CA
JOB SUMMARY:

The Center is on a rapid growth trajectory, and we are looking for an experienced housing leader who will be responsible for the oversight of homeless service programs. This position supervises case managers, coordinators, housing advocates, a housing navigator, a house manager, and interns and serves on the agency’s leadership team. Primary responsibilities include direct oversight of the Center’s three youth housing programs. The Director must be able to work independently, under pressure, and with absolute confidentiality and discretion. Some evenings and weekends are required. This position must have a positive and supportive attitude toward the agency and its overall success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the Center’s content expert on issues facing unhoused youth.
• Supervise a department of 12-14 full-time staff and the following areas; Short-term Transitional Emergency Program, Transitional Living Program, Host Homes, and the emergency overnight program.
• Monitor operations and procedures; evaluates department issues and recommend and implements solutions; assure strategic goals are reached.
• Understand and relate to others the aims, concepts, and principles of issues facing unhoused populations.
• Center racial justice as a form of liberation for unhoused LGBTQ people.
• Knowledge and understanding of the issues, needs, and interests of LGBT youth, adults, families, and the community, including knowledge of the spectrum of gender and sexual identities and transgender issues.
• Collaborate with key leaders and staff, and building upon established work, develop an overall unifying vision for an overarching unhoused LGBTQ youth community.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and County regulations applicable to housing youth.
• Facilitates assessments, research, and plans curriculum-based classes and process groups and provides crisis intervention services as needed.
• Oversee data collection, maintenance of data integrity, and reporting to senior leaders and funders. Meet measurable objectives and ensure compliance with all grants and contracts.
• Develops and maintains safety protocols for all housing programs.

MANAGEMENT SUPPORT:

• Provide support to the Center and the Deputy Chief Program Officer.
• Assist with the rest of the programs in the center.
• Provide support for internal and external clients and guide staff and interns into the proper format for handling clients.
• Hold staff accountable and provide professional development opportunities for the team to advance their youth housing service provision skills.
• Ensure alignment of programming with grant deliverables and program priorities.
• Serve as the crisis control manager, maintaining communication and executing emergency plans in housing programs.
• Provide input and leadership in budget preparation and ensure fiscal monitoring, control, and oversight to ensure all programs operate within approved budget guidelines.
• Participate in, and if necessary, facilitate community meetings and forums, and represent the department at events and presentations.

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:

• Assist in maintaining communication and relationships with youth housing organizations, including the Homeless Youth Task Force, Sacramento Steps Forward, and leaders throughout the Sacramento region and represent the Center in collaborative partnership networks.
• Assist in maintaining communication and relationships with stakeholders, community leaders, and collaborative partners.
• Assist in maintaining communication and relationships with clients and medical providers.
• Responsible for recruiting, selecting, developing, mentoring, and coaching staff and inspiring and motivating individual and team performance.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relationships with all assistant directors, staff, clients, media, and donors.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Passion for the Center’s mission and work to create a region where LGBTQ people thrive and a commitment to the organization's long-term sustainability.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing programs that serve youth and young adults.
• Experience working with the LGBTQ+ community and familiarity with issues of particular relevance to LGBTQ+ people, including a demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicities, nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities, socio-economic backgrounds, religions, ages, English-speaking skills, immigration status, and physical abilities in an intersectional environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate in a tactfully assertive manner; superior spelling, grammar, and AP style copy editing skills are required.
• Experience working intersectionally with unhoused youth.
• Strong critical thinking skills with proven attention to detail, organization, and timely independent decision making.
• Ability to synthesize information and manage competing priorities and constituencies.
• Strong political understanding and ability to handle agency information and correspondence with strict confidentiality and discretion.
• A creative problem-solver excellent ability to troubleshoot and exercise sound judgment to prioritize tasks and limit distractions.
• Experience in developing staff and interns.
• Proactive and self-motivated under tight deadlines, with the ability to take direction and function under high pressure.
• Helpful demeanor, focused on customer service, and a proven ability to establish solid connections and build successful relationships that support the mission.
• Values confidentiality, tact in the workplace, and proper social media etiquette.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred; Social Work, Higher Education, Public Health, Ethnic Studies, Gender Studies, or Community Development.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work occasional nights and weekends with a variable schedule and occasional short-trip travel.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required; must also be able to type 40-50 WPM and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Teams and other communication platforms.
• Access to reliable automobile transportation with a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required. This position will be required to run errands and pick up and deliver staff and materials on occasion throughout the Sacramento region.
• Proficiency in English is required; the ability to speak/read/write/translate in languages other than English is a plus.
• The person in this position may be required to sit or stand for extended periods, maneuver tight storage space, move objects up to 50 pounds, ascend/descend stairs, operate office equipment, open and close filing cabinets, and boxes, observe visitors, and communicate messages by telephone.
• Offers of employment may be contingent on satisfactory results of a criminal history background check, and employees must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• The Sacramento LGBT Community Center is a drug-free workplace where employees may be subject to a drug test.
• As an organization, we fully support COVID-19 vaccinations. We require new employees to have either proof of complete vaccination, written notice of an upcoming vaccination appointment, or an approved medical or religious exemption. Documentation will be required before your first day of work. We appreciate your assistance in keeping all employees and clients safe from coronavirus.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, obligations, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

The Sacramento LGBT Community Center works to create a region where LGBTQ+ people thrive. We support the health and wellness of the most marginalized, advocate for equality and justice, and work to build a culturally rich LGBTQ+ community.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The Sacramento LGBT Community Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, or intersex are encouraged to apply. The Center maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees and applicants for employment. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical/mental condition, perceived physical disability or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by statute.

TO APPLY:

Please submit application materials through our career portal at saccenter.org/careers. No phone calls please. Posting will remain up until position is filled.