Municipal Fellows Cohort Coordinator
UMass Lowell | |
United States, Massachusetts, Lowell | |
Nov 12, 2024 | |
General Summary of Position: The Municipal Fellows Cohort Coordinator will lead the Municipal Fellows Program, placing up to 20 graduate students annually in municipalities across Massachusetts as part of the Massachusetts Clean Energy and Environment Legacy Transition (CELT) Initiative. This role is central to supporting the state's transition to geothermal and clean energy solutions, particularly within environmental justice communities, through partnerships with universities and municipalities. The Coordinator will design and implement a training program for the student fellows, establish and maintain relationships with statewide universities and municipalities, and frequently engage with the MA Green Communities Division. A key part of the role is to evaluate program success through KPIs, particularly in terms of increased municipal participation in clean energy programs and the receipt of external funding. The Coordinator will also handle operational logistics, including budget management, reporting, sub-awards, proposal development, and audits, in support of the CELT project's overall goals. Key Responsibilities:
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Special Instructions to Applicants: Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period. This is a Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit position, Grade P17. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; however, the posting may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received. This position is contingent upon funding. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process. The University of Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class. |