Who We Look For

Groundswell builds community power. Individuals of various nationalities, ages, religions, and socio­economic backgrounds comprise our team and work with us to empower communities. Learn more about our hiring philosophy and recruiting process in our Interview Guide.

Core Values

Service. It’s a privilege and not a chore.

Equity. We’re all in this together. We believe different views and experiences are advantages, so we strive to ensure everyone has a seat and voice at the table built by all.

Respect. Everyone matters. We work with exceptional people who do exceptional things.

Transformative. We are smart, adaptable, learn from our mistakes, and are willing to be the first to try new things.

Integrity. We uphold the values of Groundswell in every action and decision.

Excellence. We believe in what we are doing, thus we value hard work and persistence to offer our best.

Support Each Other. We are committed to building an encouraging, caring, and supportive environment.

Get Stuff Done. We work with a sense of urgency. We take pride in our work and bring our A-game to all our interactions.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan: employer match vested on day one

  • Monthly phone and internet stipends

  • Paid holidays and a Christmas break

  • Healthcare spending accounts

  • Short Term disability Insurance

  • Long term disability insurance

  • Paid time off (vacations, sick, personal leave)

  • Development Days

  • Vol Life, AD&D

Open Positions

  • Vice President and Managing Director, SE Rural Power Solar for All

    The Vice President and Managing Director, SE Rural Power Solar for All (Vice President) will lead the strategic direction, implementation, and management of Groundswell’s EPA Greenhouse Gas Fund-funded (GGRF) SE Rural Power Solar for All Program (SE Rural Power). Consistent with the purposes of the EPA’s GGRF Solar for All Program and the Justice40 initiative, the SE Rural Power Program will deliver deep electricity bill savings to tens of thousands of income-qualified residents across Alabama, Arkansas, Northern Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Central and Southern Virginia by delivering a range of financial assistance tools to deploy community solar with associated energy storage, in partnership with local nonprofit rural cooperative and municipal utilities across the region.

  • SE Finance Manager

    This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional looking to deepen a career at the intersection of clean energy and social justice.

    The SE Finance Manager will contribute to managing Groundswell’s finances and awarding grant funds from the Environmental Protection Agency’s GreenHouse Gas Reduction Act (GGRF). This role will assist the Director of Organizational Finance with ensuring compliance with financial reporting, time tracking, invoices, and dissemination of the GGRF grants funds, which are properly allocated

  • Human Resource Associate

    This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career professional passionate about enacting meaningful, community-level change at the intersection of clean energy and social justice. The HR Associate will work closely with Groundswell’s Organizational Excellence team members to support the organization’s internal Human Resources Department. This role will join the team during accelerated organizational growth and support Groundswell’s HR functions while maintaining a solid values-centered organizational culture

  • Federal Contract and Grant Compliance Manager

    This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join Groundswell as the Federal Contract and Grant Compliance Manager. The Manager will be responsible for overseeing Groundswell’s grants and contracts award process, ensuring compliance with all required agencies, and managing Groundswell’s GreenHouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency alongside the Director of Compliance and Project Finance.

  • Energy Programs Lead, Heartland

    This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, versatile, and detail-oriented problem-solver with a passion for clean energy and social justice. Groundswell’s Energy Programs team leads delivery of the organization’s solar, resilience, energy efficiency, and housing equity programs and projects in multiple states. As a key member of this team, the regional Energy Programs Lead, Heartland is responsible for implementing with excellence the vision for building community power across the Heartland, including program implementation, customer support, and stakeholder collaboration for Groundswell’s solar and resilience programs across the region, as well any energy efficiency and housing equity programs that Groundswell may seek to deploy in the future.

  • Director Of SOUL

    This is an exciting opportunity for a professional looking to deepen a career at the intersection of clean energy and social justice. Groundswell’s Energy Programs team leads delivery of the organization’s solar, resilience, energy efficiency, and housing equity programs and projects in multiple states. As a key member of this team, the Director of SOUL Programs will be responsible for strategy development and implementation for Groundswell’s residential energy efficiency and housing equity programs, collectively referred to as SOUL (Save On Utilities Long term).

  • Director of Solar and Resilience Project Development

    This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, versatile, and detail-oriented problem-solver with a passion for clean energy and social justice. Groundswell’s Energy Programs team leads the delivery of the organization’s solar, resilience, energy efficiency, and housing equity programs and projects in multiple states. As a key member of this team, the Director of Solar and Resilience Project Development is responsible for managing all functions pertaining to solar and resilience hub project planning, technical and financial due diligence, and contracting in accordance with Groundswell objectives and policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. As a leader in a dynamic and growing organization, the individual will implement new organizational capabilities, processes, and procedures that serve the growth and continuous improvement of all Groundswell programs.

  • Director of Media & Public Relations

    This is an inspiring opportunity at the intersection of clean energy, social justice, and community development for a talented and experienced individual with excellent communications skills, an eye for creativity, and a demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective local and national media and public relations strategies.

    The Director of Media & Public Relations (“Director”) will be responsible for maintaining and creating valued, aligned relationships with key media partners and professionals. The Director will also oversee the development and execution of various publicity campaigns, ensuring Groundswell's brand image remains consistent and positive in the communities we serve. The Director will work alongside the VP of Marketing & Communications to develop communication strategies that support expanding to a wider audience.

  • Chief Financial Officer

    Groundswell is seeking an experienced financial leader to fill the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This position is crucial for maintaining the organization's financial and legal health, ensuring effective and excellent implementation of Groundswell's vision to build community power. The CFO will manage financial operations, oversee the solar finance work including project finance and market transformation efforts, and act as a strategic partner in developing organizational capabilities and processes.

Stay in Touch

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