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The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association

is seeking qualified applicants for the position of

Wind Program Coordinator

Since 1991, GLREA, a 501c3 non-profit, has been working in Michigan to educate professionals, decision makers, and residents about the benefits and practices of sustainable energy use. GLREA's mission is to increase the mainstream use of renewable energy technologies and sustainable energy practices. GLREA promotes a team working environment. GLREA leads the training and educating in Michigan’s advancement towards sustainable energy use. GLREA hosts the Annual Michigan Energy Fair.

Job Title: Wind Program Coordinator

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for planning and executing GLREA's Michigan Wind Energy Plan. Responsibilities include maintaining the GLREA Wind Plan, conducting wind zoning presentations to local townships and county decision makers, monitoring wind energy zoning language, working on the 2009 Michigan Wind Conference, and maintaining and developing relationships in the wind industry. This is a grant-funded and limited term full-time position; an extension beyond one year is contingent on future funding status.

Salary: Salary will be commensurate to one's experience. GLREA offers healthcare and dental benefits.

Requirements: This position will require travel in state, some evening hours and some weekend work.

Responsibilities:

· Developing program action plans

· Implementing program plans

· Marketing Events

· Overseeing day-to-day program operations

· Coordinating efforts with other partner organizations

· Operating programs within the program budget

· Recruiting partners for program delivery

· Conducting evaluation of programs

· Reporting to the executive director

Desired Qualifications:

-           A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
-           Demonstrated experience in nonprofit programming.
-           Fundraising Experience a plus
-           Some Financial management.
-           Demonstrated organizing and communication skills.
-           Skills in establishing priorities.
-           Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to coordinate with others.
-           Strong writing and oral communication skills.
-           Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, email, Internet and experience with Microsoft Publisher a plus.
-           Some experience in working on energy issues, preferred.
-           Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Applications should be submitted to Jennifer Alvarado, Executive Director by 5:00 pm, Friday, October 25th 2008 – GLREA urges interested candidates to submit resumes ASAP. Applications should include a current resume and a letter of interest. You may apply by email: info@glrea.org or mail: GLREA, Attention: Jennifer Alvarado, PO Box 346, 257 S. Bridge St., Dimondale MI 48821. No phone calls please.

The position will remain open until filled.

GLREA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GLREA provides full and equal opportunity for all people without regard to sex, age, race, color, religion or disability.

GLREA serves the public through renewable energy educational programs.
GLREA identifies and removes barriers (regulatory, financial and legal) to the deployment of renewable energy systems. GLREA works with
partner organizations to achieve these goals.