Community Engagement Manager – Community Solar

Solar Landscape

Community Engagement Manager leading outreach and partnerships for New Jersey’s Community Solar Energy Program. Advancing project development and strengthening community presence in clean energy.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeAsbury Park • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community engagement and stakeholder relations, with a strong focus on building partnerships and educating communities about solar energy benefits. Proficient in project management and communication, with fluency in both Spanish and English.

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Community EngagementStakeholder RelationsProject ManagementBilingual CommunicationClean Energy Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Community EngagementProject ManagementPublic AffairsBusiness DevelopmentEconomic DevelopmentNonprofit LeadershipClean EnergyUtilitiesCommunity SolarPublic Policy

Soft Skills

Outstanding Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsSelf-StarterCollaborationOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Stakeholder EngagementMunicipal PartnershipsNonprofit OrganizationsSubscriber AcquisitionRenewable EnergyNew Jersey

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leading community outreach and stakeholder engagement efforts throughout New Jersey
Building meaningful partnerships with municipalities, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and community leaders
Supporting subscriber acquisition and advancing project development
Strengthening Solar Landscape's presence within the communities served
Educating municipalities and community organizations about community solar benefits
Serving as a trusted resource for community stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fluent in Spanish and English
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
5+ years of experience in community engagement, government relations, public affairs, business development, economic development, nonprofit leadership, clean energy, utilities, or related fields.
Existing relationships within New Jersey municipal and nonprofit communities are a plus.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
Ability to be a self-starter and work independently while collaborating with a high-performing remote team.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Willingness to travel throughout the state for meetings and events; driver’s license and vehicle preferred (travel is reimbursed).
Experience with community solar, renewable energy, utilities, or public policy is preferred but not required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Training / Professional development opportunities
401(k) with 4% company match
Summer Fridays
Flexible remote/hybrid work options
Paid parental leave
Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance