Updated: June 5, 2024 (newest at the top, oldest at the bottom)

Job Opportunity with Ranger Power

Position:

Development Manager - Chicago, IL

Posted by ISEA: June 5

Ranger Power is a renewable energy development company headquartered in Chicago, IL. Ranger develops utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects around the United States. The company is comprised of experienced renewable energy professionals and is looking to grow its team.

Ranger Power is seeking a Development Manager to join its development team. As part of a small and dynamic development team, developers are expected to manage varying responsibilities as projects progress through the development process.

Responsibilities:

• Project Development: Under the general direction of Ranger Power’s management team, establish the development strategy for our utility-scale wind projects and drive all aspects of project development, including the early-stage greenfield development process, site prospecting and acquisition, site analysis, landowner relations, permitting, interconnection, business development, and community outreach.
• Project Management: Coordinate and collaborate with internal resources and third-party consultants to ensure project tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Leadership and Management: Manage and direct junior developers to support project development across the Ranger portfolio.
• Manage Multiple Tasks Simultaneously: Develop and manage several projects at various stages of development, under tight deadlines and according to specific business plans.
• Prepare Quality Work Product: Prepare project documents, real estate agreements, reports, presentations, and other work product timely, completely and accurately.
• Organization and Data Management: Organize, store, and transmit project information effectively using internal and external data management policies.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role (some experience in wind industry preferred)
• Project management, organizational, leadership, and analytical problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team and take the initiative to follow up as needed
• Ethical, professional, and respectful workplace manner
• Up to 70% domestic travel
• Experience with geospatial tools, including ArcGIS and Google Earth

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to careers@rangerpower.com by July 30th, 2024.

Ranger Power is an equal opportunity employer. Read Ranger Power’s DEI Statement here.

Job Opportunity with the Illinois Power Agency (IPA)

Position:

DEI Partnerships Manager - Chicago, IL

Posted by ISEA: June 5

The Illinois Power Agency is an independent State Agency created in 2007 to develop annual electricity procurement plans and renewable resources procurement plans and to conduct procurement events to ensure adequate, reliable, affordable, efficient, and environmentally sustainable electric service for the default supply customers of Illinois electric utilities. The Agency also conducts procurements and administers programs that promote the development of renewable energy resources in accordance to the State Renewable Portfolio Standard. For more information about the Illinois Power Agency, please refer to: https://ipa.illinois.gov/

Overview: 

The Illinois Power Agency is seeking a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Partnerships Manager to help foster the growth of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the expanding clean energy economy of Illinois. Under direction of the Agency Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, the DEI Partnerships Manager will be responsible for overseeing outreach efforts, stakeholder engagement, and partnership development. Additionally, the DEI Partnership Manager will supervise the DEI Outreach Associate, ensuring their work aligns with strategic goals and promoting effective collaboration within the team.

This position will have a specialized focus on executing strategies to increase access for communities and individuals who have been excluded from economic opportunities within the clean energy sector. The ideal candidate will combine a passion for relationship-building with a strong commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Click here for more info on responsibilities, qualifications and to apply!

Job Opportunities with Nelnet Renewable Energy

Positions:

Commercial Journeyman Electrician Solar - Elk Grove Village, IL

Posted by ISEA: August 21, 2023, Updated December 12, 2023, Updated April 10, 2024

Ready to join a collaborative team and growing company?

Nelnet Renewable Energy (formerly GRNE Solar) began from Nelnet, a company that started 40-plus years ago with a purpose to serve our customers and communities. Over the years, our corporate color green has taken on new meaning as we’ve applied multiple capabilities to our passion for supporting a transition to renewable energy. Learn more about who we are, what we do – and the many ways we are helping our customers with sustainability and financial goals.

With our rapid growth, our team is ready to welcome new and driven individuals to join our team! Check out our careers page here for further details, and apply today!

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