Assistant Director, Explore Energy

This position is based on Stanford's main campus with consideration given to the option for a hybrid work schedule (partially onsite and offsite), subject to operational need. Interested candidates must include a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.

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About Us

The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability strives to create a future when humans and nature thrive in concert and in perpetuity. The school is made up of a three-part structure to drive global impact: Our academic departments and programs educate students and create new knowledge across areas of research that are crucial for advancing the long-term prosperity of the planet; Institutes bridge scholarship at Stanford and beyond, bringing multiple viewpoints to bear on urgent challenges; The Sustainability Accelerator drives new policy and technology solutions through a worldwide network of partners who work with our teams to develop solutions at a global scale. The school is dedicated to creating and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, and to creating solutions that benefit all people, particularly those most affected by environmental damage and climate change.

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Precourt Institute for Energy

As part of the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, the Precourt Institute for Energy concentrates the talents of the University on energy research and education, from basic science and technology to policy and business. We disseminate research results and help the University develop energy-literate leaders as part of its educational mission. We work across campus in all seven of Stanford's schools. We also build collaborations globally with industry, other research institutions, government, and civic organizations in pursuit of sustainable, affordable, secure energy for all people.

Explore Energy Program

Explore Energy is a student engagement and energy education program under the Precourt Institute for Energy. It serves as a one-stop resource and nexus of connection for all students who are interested in energy--aggregating classes, majors, events, research, student clubs, internships, and jobs across campus. Courses, fellowships, mentorship, and a residential living program are also offered under the Explore Energy umbrella at Precourt for both undergraduates and graduates of any major, providing opportunities for students to learn about energy and sustainability both in an academic and an applied setting. The Explore Energy program has an advisory board of Stanford faculty and staff.

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Seeking Assistant Director, Explore Energy

Stanford Energy's Precourt Institute for Energy seeks an Explore Energy Assistant Director to develop and lead a comprehensive program for energy education and experiential learning. The Explore Energy program is Precourt's student engagement program that serves all students across Stanford's seven schools. In addition to managing existing programming, this role will support key areas of integration and expansion of the Explore Energy program. The Assistant Director will also have management and supervisory responsibilities. The candidate should be a strategic leader with knowledge of the energy field, an enthusiasm to work with students, and experience with community building. A large part of this role is forging and sustaining connections across all of Stanford's schools, departments, and institutes. The Assistant Director for the Explore Energy Program will report to Dr. Diana Gragg, the Explore Energy Managing Director.

Precourt's Explore Energy serves two main roles:

• We bring "Everything Energy" from Stanford's schools, institutes, and various campus groups into one cohesive point of access and serve as the student hub in Stanford's energy ecosystem. We help Stanford students navigate and connect with diverse energy opportunities across Stanford, in addition organizing energy-related events and socials. We are the "Stanford Students' Concierge for Everything Energy." Energy is inherently interdisciplinary and difficult to navigate at Stanford. Explore Energy is the ecosystem that connects the energy-related opportunities for students.
• We direct and manage the Precourt Institute for Energy's student experiential learning offerings and energy courses and liaise with other Precourt-supported student opportunities.

The main audience for Explore Energy is Stanford students of any background or level. We want to make sure the program is diverse, inclusive, personalized, and welcoming for all.

Your Responsibilities will include:

To develop and achieve the goals of the Explore Energy Program, the Assistant Director's responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Manage 100% Explore Energy program manager and one 50% program manager over the Shultz Energy Fellowships, in addition to supervising our student hires and peer advisors.
• Grow and execute the comprehensive Explore Energy program, including successfully integrating with Stanford's schools, departments, and other campus educational streams.
• Steward the Precourt's summer programs and student engagement offerings.
• Oversee and help execute the planning, programming, and continuous improvement of Energy@Stanford & SLAC, our annual week-long conference for 130 students in September.
• Champion the Explore Energy House and support/advise its current Resident Fellow.
• Oversee and manage the budget for Explore Energy, including working with program managers to assign and track budget for existing programs, as well as forecasting for program expansion and new programs.
• Support the Precourt Institute Director(s) development efforts to expand funding for the Explore Energy Program, including creating high-impact deliverables and pitch decks.
• Nurture and grow the Explore Energy Network and community, a working group of university programs and student groups offering opportunities for students to learn and explore various aspects of energy.
• Build out Explore Energy's off-campus relationships with non-profit, industry, etc. to enhance and amplify the opportunities we can bring to students.
• Engage undergraduates and graduates early and connect them with departments, energy programs, and opportunities across the university.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and connect them to advising resources on and off-campus, including connecting them with the extensive energy alumni network.
• Serve as the Precourt Institute's principal student program liaison.
• Develop and execute strategic plans that animate Explore Energy's mission and vision.
• Oversee and manage the Explore Energy Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) Plan, including collecting, analyzing, and reviewing data.
• Oversee the Explore Energy Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Action Plan and facilitate and track progress towards Action Items.
• Build out tools to personalize the interface for students to navigate energy opportunities.
• Continue to build awareness and visibility on campus, including through student outreach (tabling, events, etc.), innovative communications, and presentations.
• Coach and mentor program staff.
• Work with the Explore Energy Managing Director on team-wide efforts and culture building.

Work Environment

Precourt Institute for Energy is a teamwork-focused and collaborative work environment. At Stanford and at Precourt, we encourage and support skill and knowledge training courses, work-life balance including the BeWell program, IDEAL objectives and incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion, and personalized career development.

* The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.