Following are a list of current job announcements which are directly and indirectly related to the solar industry here in the state of Washington and the surrounding region. This list is updated often.

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NEW! Read the recent report from the Clean Energy Transition Institute and find out how existing and future jobs would change if the Northwest were on the path to net-zero emissions. If you are new to the field, check out the Solar Career Map showing 40 among many career options in the expanding solar universe, along with paths to progress within any of these solar-related occupations, or necessary skills and credentials to advance between them. 

Recent Opportunities:

The Clean Energy Transition Institute (CETI) seeks a Deputy Director. In concert with the Executive Director, this hybrid full-time position, located in downtown Seattle, will oversee CETI’s programs and determine the research projects and contracts that CETI undertakes. (posted October 10, 2024)

Shift Zero is looking for a Membership and Engagement Coordinator.  This part-time remote Seattle-based position will support Shift Zero's efforts mobilizing advocacy for fossil fuel free, energy efficient, healthy buildings in Washington state. (apply by October 18, 2024)

Elevate seeks a Senior Program Manager.  This position, located in Central Puget Sound, Washington, is hybrid remote and will lead the design, build-out, and implementation of new residential decarbonization programs for underserved communities in Washington. (posted September 1, 2024)

Climate Solutions is seeking a Buildings Program Manager/Director, Breaking Barriers Collaborative. This full-time, exempt, position located in Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR, can include both in-office and remote work. It will identify the goals and barriers facing all stakeholders in the buildings ecosystem, define programs and build partnerships necessary to address their needs, and manage end-to-end implementation of the programs.  (posted September 1, 2024)

OSEIA is hiring a Policy and Regulatory Affairs Director.  This remote position, preferably the Portland Metro area, will lead OSEIA's energy regulatory work at the Oregon Public Utility Commission and other state and local agencies. (posted July 22, 2024)

Washington Conservation Action (WCA) is seeking a Climate and Clean Energy Senior Manager.  This full-time hybrid (minimum of 40% in the Seattle office) or fully remote (for those located within Washington State, but outside of mass transit options to our Seattle office) position will advance equitable and effective climate action in Washington State. (apply preferably by August 5, 2024)

Cascadia Renewables is hiring an Executive Assistant.  This full-time position will work from Home (Business based in Bellingham, WA) to play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of executive functions, facilitating effective communication, and contributing to the success of internal and external initiatives. 

WASEIA is seeking an Executive Director. This full-time hybrid remote in Olympia position will, among others: expand the organization’s base of members and allies; strengthen and expand WASEIA’s revenue base and fiscal management; lead staff and day-to-day operations; act as a representative of the organization with critical stakeholders and members of the press; and develop/ implement pro-solar policy objectives in partnership with the Board of Directors (BOD). (posted 7/2/2024)

The Clean Energy Transition Institute is seeking a Summer Communications Intern (Part-Time). This position will assist the Communications Manager in executing CETI’s 2024 communications and engagement strategy.  Hours and location of work for the summer Communications Intern will be determined with the selected candidate. (apply by June 14, 2024)

Educational & Workforce Development Opportunities 

There are several clean energy and other related educational programs at institutions throughout Washington as well as nationwide. Click for a listing of programs. 

Solar Washington Webinar Presentation-Working in Solar: Job Types at a Solar Installer

In this presentation from January 15, 2021, Working in Solar: Job Types at a Solar Installer, Solar Washington Board member Kevin Moens (also of Seattle, WA based A&R Solar) outlined the types of positions commonly found within a solar installation company. From design, installation, finance to marketing and more  Kevin provided this one-hour overview of positions, needed skills, education and more. Click to access the webinar recording. (Free to view, but registration required.)

Solar Washington Webinar Presentation-Working in Solar: Job Types and Functions at a Utility

In this presentation from February 2, 2021, Working in Solar: Job Types and Functions at a Utility, Solar Washington welcomed Bart Hansen of Clark PUD and Suzy Oversvee of Snohomish PUD (both of whom are Solar Washington Board members), who discussed solar-related jobs and activities at their respective utilities as well as insights into skills and education needed for various solar-related roles at a utility. Click to access the webinar recording. (Free to view, but registration required.)