Outreach Specialist

455 County Center 4th floor, Redwood City, CA 94063 (Hybrid) Launch your Sustainability Career with the Climate Corps Fellowship program! SEI’s Climate Corps Fellowship program offers the chance to lead impactful climate and community resilience projects while gaining paid, hands‑on experience. This full‑time, bridge‑to‑career opportunity pairs fellows with host organizations, from local governments to nonprofits and businesses, to drive real‑world change. About the Opportunity Start Date: September 1st, 2026 Length of Fellowship: 10 months Location Type: Hybrid Are you passionate about tackling climate challenges and driving sustainability solutions? As an Outreach Specialist in the Climate Corps Fellowship program, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful sustainability initiatives with San Mateo County's Sustainability Department. This is a hybrid position with the expectation of onsite work 2-3 days per week based on project needs. The Outreach Specialist will support the implementation of small business programs for the Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) and/or the San Mateo County Energy Watch (SMCEW). In this role, you will connect eligible businesses to energy assessments, incentives, technical support, and financing programs. The position centers on relationship‑building and grassroots engagement, with frequent fieldwork visiting business corridors, attending community events, and meeting partners across the county. A core measure of success is the volume and quality of business referrals generated into partner programs. Coordinating with the Climate Resilience team, you will develop a database of community‑based organizations (CBOs) and nonprofit facilities and the upgrades they would need to transition to all‑electric equipment and serve as a community resilience center. Upgrades may include solar PV, battery storage, heat pump HVAC, EV charging, etc. The database will include an estimate of costs as well as potential programs that could provide funding. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your professional skills, grow your network, and contribute to the San Mateo County Sustainability Department’s goals. What You’ll Do Build and manage a referral pipeline through CBOs and other partners, including co‑marketing and referral agreements. Conduct drop‑in site visits to business owners. Develop relationships with, and present to, chambers of commerce and other business associations. Plan, promote, and host in‑person and virtual outreach events, workshops, and informational sessions for the business community. Staff a table and present at business and community events. Identify and pursue new referral channels (e.g., business license renewals, permitting counters, business newsletters, and ethnic chambers of commerce and culturally specific business networks). With support from the Department’s Communications Team, develop outreach materials, flyers, presentations, and digital/social content that promote program benefits to business audiences. Respond to inquiries from business owners, community members, and partners and connect them to appropriate program resources. Track outreach activity, referrals, and outcomes, and report on engagement metrics to demonstrate program impact. What We Provide A fixed, monthly stipend of $3,570. Health‑care coverage with 100% of health‑care insurance premiums covered by SEI. 10 Personal Days (for a standard 10‑month Fellowship), in addition to all holidays off that are observed as closure days by the partner placement site. Comprehensive career‑readiness training, including interview prep, salary negotiation, and resume building. Panels, workshops, and networking with climate resilience industry professionals. Professional networking and learning opportunities. The University of California Climate Stewards Certification equips you to lead community and ecosystem resilience initiatives. What We’re Looking For Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills, with comfort initiating conversations with new people. Project management skills, including the ability to juggle multiple time‑sensitive projects simultaneously. Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams) for hosting and coordinating online events, and spreadsheet software for tracking outreach and referral data. Interest in using communication and design tools for social media platforms and outreach materials. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with communities and businesses of varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds. A valid CA Driver’s License and ability to travel to sites across San Mateo County using a county‑owned vehicle. The ability to work onsite on a hybrid basis. Only candidates currently residing within commuting distance of the site address will be considered. Commitment to a fair workplace that honors the experiences, voices, viewpoints, and values of all individuals. Authorization to work in the United States for the duration of the fellowship (SEI is unable to sponsor visas). May require occasional moving about to accomplish tasks, moving from one worksite to another, or adjusting or moving objects under 25‑50 pounds in all directions. Must be 18 years or older to apply. Nice‑to‑haves Conversational fluency in Spanish. Basic understanding of energy efficiency and decarbonization in buildings. We encourage everyone interested in this position to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification. We value all perspectives and believe that a unique background can bring significant strengths to this role, even if some qualifications are not fully met. Recruiting Timeline Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early submissions, as we may stop accepting new applications once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is identified. Equal Employment Opportunity SEI is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to uplifting the experiences, voices, viewpoints, and values of all individuals. We believe that a wide array of perspectives contributes to creative climate solutions where all communities can thrive. We strive for a workforce that reflects the communities we partner with and serve, especially those most impacted by climate change and environmental, social, and economic injustice. We welcome candidates who share SEI’s commitment to cultivating a people‑centered work environment. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr