Efficiency First

ABOUT EFFICIENCY FIRST

Efficiency First is the trade association for America’s home performance (energy efficiency) industry – uniting home performance companies, building product manufacturers and related businesses and organizations. Efficiency First represents its members in public policy and regulatory discussions at the local, state and national levels to promote the benefits of energy efficiency retrofitting, and to create market and industry demand for member products and services.

Efficiency First is at the forefront growing a new sustainable industry. We are a relatively young nonprofit and are looking for to hire someone who is motivated and seeks a new opportunity in a fast-paced working environment that has the potential for long-term growth. Topic area expertise not required.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Membership Coordinator / Project Associate
Based in San Francisco Office
Reports to the Executive Director

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Membership

• Manage membership renewal process
• Assist in new member recruitment
• Manage and develop high value benefits/discounts for Efficiency First member companies
• Respond to member inquiries
• Assist in member communications (email marketing)

Board Coordination

• Prepare materials for Board meetings
• Manage Board and committee calendars
• Assist with Board and committee activities as needed

Office

• Answer phones and main email account inquiries
• Office management: Communicate with landlord, order office supplies

Member Education

• Coordinate online member educational webinar series for Efficiency First members
• Assist in presenter recruitment
• Work with topic experts to coordinate content development
• Publicity / participant recruitment
• Manage webinar technology

Accounting:

• Manage payroll and expense report for (small) staff
• Manage bank account, accounts payable, and other financial items
• Day-to-day bookkeeping (working with our bookkeeping firm)

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage administrative files and paperwork (electronic and hardcopy)
• Event planning as needed
• Assist in database management
• Assist in web editing
• Assist the Executive Director as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree
• 2 years office experience
• Highly organized individual
• Flexible in a working environment where things change quickly
• Interest in clean energy/energy efficiency

PLUSES:

• Accounting experience
• Trade association experience
• Experience in development/fundraising or sales
• Public policy knowledge
• Experience in the energy efficiency / building performance industry

COMPENSATION/HOURS

• Full time position
• Salary depends on skills and experience
• Benefits: Includes health care plan & vacation/sick days

TO APPLY

To apply, please email jobs@efficiencyfirst.org, and include your resume and a cover letter which addresses the following questions:

1. Tell us why you think you are an ideal candidate for this position
2. Tell us why you are drawn to working in the energy efficiency industry

Applications are being accepted now — we are looking to fill the position very quickly.