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Description
The Renewable Energy Alaska Project (REAP) is a non-profit organization empowering Alaskans to make smart energy choices, powering local clean energy growth, and positioning our state as a global energy powerhouse. We are Alaska’s clean energy experts, educators, thought leaders, and collaborative advocates.
The Position and Leadership Opportunity: Executive Director
Renewable Energy Alaska Project (REAP) seeks an outstanding communicator and systems-focused professional to serve as its next Executive Director (ED). This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity to connect with communities, stakeholders, and policymakers across the state and impact Alaska’s energy sector at a critical inflection moment while continuing to advance the future of renewable energy and energy efficiency in Alaska. The incoming ED will follow a 20-year leader and join an organization with an excellent reputation and history of meaningful community and policy impact; an exceptional and growing staff; and a diverse board of Directors all dedicated to fulfilling REAP’s mission. The ideal candidate will be an engaging and collaborative leader who is excited to help shape Alaska’s energy future.
The Organization
For more than two decades, REAP has championed the increased development of renewable energy and energy efficiency in Alaska through collaboration, education, training, and advocacy. A recognized leader in statewide energy policy and education, REAP has grown from a single staff member at its inception to a current team of 14 with further expansion planned for the future. REAP’s $2.4 million budget (20% grants/donations and 80% program service revenue) is stewarded by a 21-member board.
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time position. The annual salary range is between $160,000-$190,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. REAP provides a competitive benefits package, which includes:
- No-match required 15% retirement contribution.
- Optional access to a health benefit.
- Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and 3 weeks of accrued leave per year (annual leave accrual increases with years of service) and up to 45 days of paid parental leave.
- Personal communication expense reimbursement.
- Continuing education budget.
Application Process
To read full position profile and application instructions, please visit: https://www.forakergroup.org/site/index.cfm/cboard-view/10683 For questions, contact Adorable Harper, lead recruiter, at REAPsearch@forakergroup.org. Communications will be treated in confidence.
- Deadline for application submission is February 19.
- Due to the pace of this search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Resume reviews begin immediately.
- The search process will include a multi-step interview process.
REAP follows the spirit and intent of all federal, state and local employment law and is committed to equal employment opportunity. REAP is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.