Community Engagement Manager (Part-time Fully REMOTE with some travel)

Job Description:

We are seeking a Community Engagement Manager to develop and execute community engagement and entitlement strategies for energy storage projects. This role serves as a critical liaison between local governments, residents, and stakeholders, ensuring the successful integration of our projects into the community. This role is fully remote with up to 30% travel.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary liaison for local governments, residents, and stakeholders
• Organize public meetings, open houses, and educational events
• Monitor political and regulatory dynamics and mitigate entitlement risks
• Oversee community benefit initiatives and grassroots advocacy
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Development, Legal, and Government Affairs
• Track community sentiment and opposition to maintain project viability
• Manage stakeholder databases and outreach materials
• Help build a national coalition around energy storage education for cities
• Implement training and engagement strategies for OEMs, developers, and local partners

Essential Skills:

• Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) or similar infrastructure
• Proven ability to speak at city council or planning commission meetings
• Experience managing external consultants and navigating discretionary permitting processes
• Ability to build coalitions with OEMs, developers, and local stakeholders
• Strong understanding of real estate entitlements and development agreements
• Ability to combat opposition and maintain community trust
• Stakeholder management, energy infrastructure, government relations, real estate development agreements, coalition building, and strategic communications

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• 8-15 years in community engagement, permitting, or public affairs
• Experience with BESS or related technologies strongly preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects
• Willingness to travel up to 30%
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with SmartSheet or SiteTracker is a plus
• Real estate background that supports development agreements and project approvals
• Experience in renewables, oil & gas, or other energy sectors
• Background in legal, city planning, or community development

Work Environment:

The role is remote (U.S.-based) with up to 30% travel, primarily focused on city council and community meetings. Frequent collaboration with internal teams and external consultants is expected. Denver or Southern California location is preferred due to project concentration, and the position will significantly enhance regional support where currently only two team members operate.