Julie Edwards Washington Dec 4, 2009 11:05 am

ACEEE seeks a strong and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to support measured organizational growth by further developing and managing the organizations key infrastructure and administrative systems and practices.

This new position has a unique balance of tactical and strategic issues reflecting the mandate of ACEEE's leadership. The COO reports directly to the Executive Director but, in effect, works as his internal partner. The COO also works closely with the Associate Director for Research and the Associate Director for Outreach. Together they will form the four-person Senior Management Team.

Depending on the new COOs skills and interests, the position will probably also include strategic oversight of a few specific ACEEE research programs, in defined areas of energy efficiency. The intent here is to provide the COO some exposure to ACEEEs research programs, and to also spread the load for research program supervision among the senior management team.

S/he will be responsible for participating in the strategic management and measured growth of ACEEE, and specifically building and advancing an operational process that enables (1) an exceedingly strong research focus, (2) active advocacy efforts (but within the IRS limitations for a 501(c)(3) organization), (3) excellent conferences and communications, and (4) several new and emerging initiatives at the national and state levels.

In short, this is an exciting opportunity for a systems-oriented, solution-driven, and seasoned leader to collaborate with a phenomenal senior management team and professional staff to help facilitate the emerging field of energy efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The COO will be directly responsible for leading and overseeing day-to-day operations and delivering high quality results in the following areas:

Organizational Effectiveness/Efficiency: Collaborate with senior management team to ensure that all aspects of research and administration have been fully developed in design, practice, and quality control, thereby facilitating prudent strategic resource allocation decisions for ACEEE.

Human Resources: Oversee a forward-thinking, streamlined, and effective People Management process ranging from recruiting/hiring to performance appraisal/compensation review and talent retention. Initiate policies/practices for reporting relationships, supervisory skills, mentoring, team development, job satisfaction, performance and compensation/benefit reviews, as well as overall professional growth and development. Create an internal career development strategy that enhances and promotes vertical movement and skill and knowledge growth. Additionally, the COO will help build a more robust, empowered, and skilled mid-level management staff within ACEEE.

System-Wide Communication/Interaction and Shared Culture: Develop an organization-wide system of communication and
interrelationships so that departments and individuals understand the work, work product, talents, and contributions of the whole organization. Foster enhanced interactions to capitalize on the strengths throughout the organization.

Strategic Finance and Business Management: Monitor overall ACEEE financial systems, policies, and practices. Oversee operations to aid senior management team and board in making strategic decisions. Monitor administration of all business lines, program models, and special projects. Supervise Directors of Finance and Operations (IT, HR, and administrative support) and guide Research Project Directors in their financial management role through a collaborative approach and with a strong can-do customer-service orientation.

Systems Development: Facilitate analysis of all internal operational and computer systems to determine how they can best enhance ACEEEs operational efficiency and effectiveness. Capture "best practices" to develop resources, policies, templates, rubrics, and check-lists to be implemented at ACEEE within the near future, building on results of an internal process now underway.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful applicant will possess most of the following characteristics:

At least ten years of progressively responsible management experience in a similar role within a nonprofit or growing business;

Proven track record building and managing operational systems for a dynamic, fast-paced, and results-oriented organization;

Strong belief in the mission, vision, and values of ACEEE as evidenced by solid prior background in the energy field or demonstrable interests in quickly acquiring a high degree of fluency.

Ability to establish and track measureable goals;

Strategic thinker and planner combined with exceptional tactical implementer;

Experience leading, managing, and participating on high performing teams with shared responsibility for outcomes and decisions. Track record of bringing people together with the goal of enabling all professionals to better see the big picture;

Outstanding interpersonal communication skills and a diplomatic, adaptable work style across widely disparate environments;

Analytical self-starter with outstanding multi-tasking, prioritization, and project management skills combined with strong sense of personal accountability and proven ability to meet deadlines;

Self confidence, drive, and initiative combined with humility and willingness to do whatever it takes to ensure a successful outcome along with an excellent work ethic;

A refined and timely sense of humor in order to maintain balance and perspective; and

Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree in business, administrative, or energy-related area strongly preferred.

COMPENSATION: Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and background.

TO APPLY: Please send a resume with cover letter to [email protected] outlining: (a) how your skills and experience meet requisites of the position and (b) how you heard of this opportunity. Please use "Chief Operating Officer" in the subject header. References and writing samples will be requested following preliminary review of credentials. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with the intent, ideally, of having the process completed by early 2010.

ACEEE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination with regard to race, sex, color, age, religion, creed, class, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.



Julie Edwards
ACEEE
United States
http://aceee.org