SOPEC Employment

Interested in joining the SOPEC team? SOPEC provides rewarding employment opportunities with competitive salaries and benefits. Please review the position openings below for more details.  

For questions about employment opportunities, contact SOPEC staff at 740-597-7955 or at hr@sopec-oh.gov.

SOPEC Job Openings

SOPEC seeks candidates for the following positions - Click on position for full position description:

This positions are full-time and benefits eligible, including required contribution by employee and employer to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). A background check will be required. Please submit your resume and cover letter to the email provided in the position description. For full consideration, apply by the deadline listed. Applications will still be accepted, even past the listed deadline, until the position is filled. The positions will remain listed until filled.

SOPEC is also a host site for Rural Action AmeriCorps VISTA service members. If you are interested in serving as a VISTA with SOPEC, or if you are interested in developing an internship opportunity with SOPEC, please email us.

Learn more about the AmeriCorps VISTA – Rural Renewal program here. VISTAs serve full-time for one year with a living allowance and a suite of benefits.

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Appalachian Solar Finance Fund Program Coordinator (Part-Time)

Job Summary: Appalachian Voices is excited to announce an opening for an experienced and motivated Appalachian Solar Finance Fund Program Coordinator to provide essential capacity to the Appalachian Solar Finance Fund (www.solarfinancefund.org) to support solar development in coal-impacted Central Appalachian communities.

This is a part-time position (20 hours per week) for an initial one-year period, with the possibility of extension and/or increased hours depending on funding availability. This position is managed by the Appalachian Solar Finance Fund Director.

Location: This position is fully remote, and office space can be made available at any of Appalachian Voices’ physical office locations for hybrid/in-office working. Preference will be given to candidates located within the Central Appalachian region. Occasional travel to in-person events and site visits within the program’s service region is required.  

How to Apply: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until this position is filled. For early consideration, candidates shall apply by February 16th, 2024. Using this link, please submit (1) a resume, (2) a brief cover letter that addresses why you are interested in this role and why you would be a good fit for the position, and (3) a list of three references. APPLY HERE.

Sustainable Energy Program Manager - RURAL ACTION

Job Summary: The Sustainable Energy Program Manager will develop and implement the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Technical Assistance program in conjunction with ongoing Sustainable Energy and other program initiatives. This position requires understanding and ongoing learning about renewable energy, energy efficiency, grant writing, and related issues relevant to Ohio, including: 1) Solar energy, wind energy, energy storage, and energy efficiency measures; 2) Federal and state energy programs and financial incentives; 3) Farm/business budgeting and taxation particulars. The candidate for this position will also need strong time management, organizational and communication skills (writing, public speaking, event planning, phone calls, data tracking), and the ability to conduct outreach to agricultural producers, small rural businesses, and project partners. This position will be based out of Rural Action’s offices in Athens County. Occasional travel outside the county may be required.

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references outlining your experience as it relates to this job description. Send materials to hr@ruralaction.org with subject heading: “Sustainable Energy Program Manager.” The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is hired. For priority consideration, please apply by February 12, 2024.