Ecology Action is hiring: Program Coordinator - EV Promotion Team in Salinas

Join Our EV Promotions Team!

Ecology Action is dedicated to creating a sustainable future through innovative education and outreach programs. We are seeking a passionate Program Coordinator to join our EV Promotions team and help advance our mission by focus on community outreach for high impact, equity focused Electric Vehicle adoption projects and programs on the Central Coast of California and beyond.

About Ecology Action

At Ecology Action, we are passionately driven to empower individuals, businesses, and communities to take actions today that achieve environmental and economic sustainability. Our mission is to help people, businesses, and communities act now for a better tomorrow. We believe that simple changes in behavior can drive large-scale transformations that benefit both people and the planet. This translates into reduced carbon emissions, stronger businesses, healthier communities, and a sustainable future for all.

About the Role

As a Program Coordinator I on our EV-P team, you will focus on community outreach for high impact, equity focused Electric Vehicle adoption projects and programs on the Central Coast of California and beyond. The Electric Vehicle Promotion (EV-P) team conducts regular outreach at public events, in multi-family housing (MFH) settings, and through online channels. The EV-P team also offers EV purchasing assistance to priority community members to encourage EV adoption and access to financial incentives. The position is currently funded through December 31st, 2025. Continuation beyond this depends on program funding.

What you'll be doing

• Direct outreach via EV Purchase Guidance Program:
  • Providing personalized assistance for community members enrolled in the EV Purchase Guidance Program. Use HubSpot and other software to track participant status in the car buying process as well as applications for rebates and incentives.
  • Supporting EV Purchase Guidance program participants in staying connected through communication tools, discussion groups, and event volunteerism.

• Community Outreach and Canvassing:
  • Coordinating, staffing, and preparing public events to educate community members on the benefits of EV ownership, incentives for EVs and charging, and how to enroll in the EV Purchase Guidance Program.
  • Participating in canvassing and other outreach programs to residents of MFH properties where charger installations are planned or completed.
  • Participating in outreach to property managers and decision-makers of MFH sites to solicit participation in charger installation programs.
  • Networking with and conducting outreach to partner organizations, auto dealerships, employers and other groups to promote EV adoption and program participation.
• Program Deliverables, reporting, and evaluation:
  • Working with and supporting program volunteers to maximize impact and reach.
  • Tracking and reporting program data accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Providing input in team settings on program evaluation, design and implementation.
  • Participating in internal and regional team meetings and project planning.

What We're Looking For

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Outreach experience in priority communities, i.e. census designated Low Income and Disadvantaged Communities.
• Commitment to climate action and environmental justice principles.
• Capacity to thrive in a team environment while also being a self-starter.
• Confidence and willingness to initiate communications with others.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Public outreach skills; professional demeanor dealing with the public, partner organizations, local leaders, and other stakeholders
• Non-profit or other relevant community-based program coordination experience.
• Project management skills, with the ability to prioritize between multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with detailed data and tracking systems.
• Proficient in MS office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to inspire and motivate others to take action through sales, community outreach or customer service.
• Familiarity with electric vehicles, charging options, the EV marketplace, and relevant financial incentives in California.
• Experience volunteering or working with volunteers in community outreach settings.
• Client Relationship Management (CRM) software tools and reporting.
• Experience living or working in underserved communities in California, preferably in the Central Coast.

Work Environment

Regular duties for this position involve sitting, standing, conversing, hearing, and using a computer keyboard and monitor. The work environment is a mixture of an office setting and working out in the field (at multi-family housing properties and community events). Required travel will include frequent events in the Monterey Bay Region and occasional further travel in the Bay Area, Central Coast or Central Valley and potential future travel throughout California.  

Are You Ready?

Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Join us at Ecology Action and contribute to a sustainable future!