Company Profile
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the national trade association for the solar and storage industry and represents more than 1,200 member companies and 263,000 Americans working across the United States. SEIA is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy and is creating the framework for solar to reach 30% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. We work with our member companies and strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power.
SEIA does this by supporting pro-solar policies at the state and federal level, developing cutting-edge market research, hosting educational events and webinars, and serving as the voice of the solar and storage industry.
SEIA employees are passionate, forward-thinking leaders who start every day knowing that their work makes a difference. SEIA values diversity and fosters an inclusive, lively company culture that celebrates team success. The association has earned numerous awards for its work and company culture and was named by the Washington Post as a 2023 and 2024 Top Workplace and a Best Nonprofit to Work For by the Nonprofit Times.
Position Summary
The certification program manager is responsible for carrying out the development and implementation of the certification program as directed by the Technical Services (TS) strategy. The certification program includes documenting the procedures, policies, and requirements into a program manual. This role will manage the administrative program details necessary to maintain the continued compliance of partners with program requirements. The role will include identifying, evaluating, and making recommendations of potential partners for the auditing and evaluation of compliance of entities with SEIA published standards that will reflect the SEIA brand as part of the certification.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the policies and procedures of the certification program with Technical Services team members
- Program development and research to create, implement, and manage the certification program with Technical Services team members
- Manage partner inquiries, contacts, communications, and documents to maintain records of compliance of partners
- Address inquiries and develop market-facing communications
- Create content for and collaborate with the SEIA team to develop communication and marketing tools to expand and maintain program partners
- Conduct research and due diligence for expanding the certification program to add newly published SEIA standards
- Advocate strongly on behalf of SEIA to work with an equity and inclusivity mindset throughout the engagement process
Professional Experience, Education & Other Qualifications
- 1-2 years working in a team environment, conducting research, and collaborating with other team members
- Solar and/or energy storage industry experience preferred but not mandatory
- Bachelor’s degree in business or organizational management; or the equivalent of 3-5 years working in a business or program management role accompanied by an associate’s degree in business, organizational management or a similar program
- Problem-solving skills, organization, and attention to detail, particularly in research and documentation
- Analytical and critical thinking skills that result in best recommendation proposals for action
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-growing market
- Excellent clear and concise communication skills for both internal and industry-facing engagements
- Proficiency in MS 365
Working Conditions
- Work is in an office or a remote office suitably equipped with internet and telephone access.
- SEIA employees in the Washington, D.C. region follow a hybrid remote and in-person office model. Employees work 3 days a week in an office environment and as needed when there are special events or meetings but otherwise can be remote
- Travel is required for this role.
Compensation Range
$65,000-$75,000 annually, based on experience and an excellent benefits package.
Working at SEIA
SEIA values diversity, inclusion, and equity within our organization and the promotion of these values across the solar industry. We strive to welcome different perspectives, identities, and backgrounds, regardless of job function, to create a more resilient organization supporting a strong, equitable solar industry. SEIA envisions an industry that is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity. We aim to achieve this by encouraging openness and transparency about diversity issues and progress. We will develop strategies, programs, and tools that seek to equalize opportunities within SEIA and allow for discussing and sharing best practices within the solar industry.
SEIA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. SEIA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we employ staff. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SEIA is an EVERIFY employer.
