We seek an individual with fluency in building science, who can communicate well with both building industry professionals and everyday folks who want to learn more. It’s a broad range of skills, and we are looking to hire someone who is versatile and enjoys working in this hybrid-type-job. Anyone with an interest in sustainability, energy, architecture/engineering/construction, and climate change/climate justice with experience teaching  is encouraged to apply.

This position is  full time and is hybrid with anticipated travel throughout the state of Maine. phME is based in Freeport, ME.

Submit a Letter of Interest and CV to info@passivhausmaine.org.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. People of color, trans and gender-nonconforming people, people from poor and working-class backgrounds, people in the LGBTQ+ community, and women are encouraged to apply. passivhausMAINE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The Training Director Responsibilities:

VISION:

Strong ability to think and plan strategically and support long-term planning and organizational vision-work. Diversify and increase Maine’s construction workforce to advance resilience and energy reduction in the built environment and promote well paid jobs and craftsmanship.

   -  Lead passivhausMAINE’s education and training program, including but not limited to

• Workshops: community, professional, educational
• Elementary through high school classroom events
• Webinars
• Conference presentations
• Blog posts
• Earned media

    - Create and manage curricula and content including

• retrofitMAINE
• Pre-apprenticeship
• High school level workshops
• Elementary school presentations
• Certification and mini-cert programs
  • Retrofit
  • Window install
  • Air Sealing
  • Other

     -  Be thoughtful about how people learn, grow, and process new information
     -  Able to help build and support a network of people and organizations through community outreach

MANAGEMENT:

Strong interpersonal skills and the desire and ability to build and maintain relationships. phME prides itself on strong and active local, regional, national and international partnerships

   -  Develop a calendar of events in tandem with Program Director and retrofitMAINE Director
   -  Develop, maintain, and update training materials and templates in print, digital, and video formats
   -  Engage and manage outside providers to deliver content
   -  Lead marketing and outreach efforts for training programs in partnership with the Program Director
   -  Provide a smooth experience for participants in training programs, from registration through evaluation  in partnership with the Program Director

• Manage registration process
• Communicate details about logistics and any preparation necessary before training begins
• Prepare event spaces (in person or online)
• Responsible for event technology
• Evaluate each training and use this feedback to inform future offerings
• Work with the Program Director to track and report on demographic data of participants with the aim of ensuring equity in participation

   -  Attend industry trainings to learn about new approaches, techniques and technology and build skills and connections
   -  Collaborate with Grant Writer to develop programming in response to shared needs and gaps as articulated in grant applications
   -  Participate as needed in grant program design and grant application review and reporting
   -  Work well with a team - possessing skills of honest communication, ability to be with difference, discomfort and a willingness to grow in self-awareness and leadership. As part of being a strong team member also participating in all staff meetings, retreats and gatherings, except for occasions when cannot/does not make sense.
   -  Offer support to development/fundraising efforts
   -  Manage and coordinate projects
   -  Write bi-monthly reports for board

Salary & Benefits

As an employee of passivhausMAINE, you are eligible for a number of benefits including:

    $3600 health care stipend (QSEHRA)
    20 days of paid time off
    10 paid holidays
    Paid time off for voting
    Robust paid professional development opportunities
    Flexible work schedule

  -  Compensation Range: $60,000-$65,000