Director of Clean Energy Contractor Incubator (CECI)/Minority Business Program (MMPP)

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Position Information

Position Title Director of Clean Energy Contractor Incubator (CECI)/Minority Business Program (MMPP) Job Category Full-Time Staff Division External Relations Department Main Campus Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of CECI is responsible for the development and coordination of the College's entrepreneurship incubator initiatives through the CECI. This is designed to help new clean energy businesses and startups overcome challenges through innovative programs that promote business development, learning, and cost savings. The Director advances and cultivates individuals interested in starting a business while also supporting existing businesses with resources and guidance.

Entrepreneurs benefit from mentorship, training, and motivation provided by these initiatives. A strong understanding of business incubators and their role in supporting entrepreneurs enables the Director to maximize their impact and effectiveness. The Director acts as a liaison between Richland Community College, area professionals, partner programs, mentors, and entrepreneurs. The Director will collaborate with all parties involved and be comfortable interacting with diverse, underrepresented, and marginalized populations. The successful Director is organized, self-motivated, and manages multiple tasks effectively while remaining attuned to the needs of those being served. The Director of Clean Energy Contractor Incubator (CECI) is responsible for effectively overseeing the hiring and supervision of CECI staff.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, or a related field and a minimum of three (3) years of entrepreneurship experience.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The Director must possess strong interpersonal, analytical, collaborative, and problem-solving abilities to identify and address challenges within the clean energy sector. These competencies are essential for fostering innovation, attracting investment, and ensuring the long-term success of the Clean Energy Career Incubator (CECI).

A solid background in project management is required, ideally with experience in for-profit businesses, startups, or related entities. The role also demands entrepreneurial thinking, business ideation, and venture creation experience.

The Director should have a demonstrated ability to:

• Embrace and lead change while understanding and respecting the barriers faced by program participants.
• Communicate effectively-both orally and in writing-including strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data, and communicate insights clearly to internal and external stakeholders, including local and state partners.
• Maintain and manage confidential records and information with discretion.
• Work independently to research and analyze complex issues and develop viable solutions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Foster a team-oriented environment and work collaboratively with staff, students, and community partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support program goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the development and ongoing maintenance of the Clean Energy Career Incubator (CECI) program.
• Manage daily operations of the CECI, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives.
• Collect and analyze data to track program outcomes and processes; prepare detailed reports and establish a formal reporting structure.
• Support the development of effective mentor-mentee relationships.
• Evaluate and improve program initiatives through continuous analysis.
• Champion, implement, monitor, and assess program priorities.
• Collaborate with college departments and community partners to achieve institutional and programmatic goals.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with students, staff, community stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Supervise CECI staff, providing leadership and support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the implementation and success of the CECI program.
• Prepare, assemble, and distribute materials and information related to program activities.
• Schedule internal and external meetings and events with business, community,
• and government organizations.
• Assess participant needs to align them effectively with appropriate mentoring partners; maintain confidential records.
• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships across the College and broader community.
• Define program management criteria, including the integration of essential skills training.
• Identify and secure resources or expertise from community-based organizations when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

• Must be able to receive, process, and provide visual and verbal information.
• Must be able to work professionally and effectively in stressful situations.
• Work is routinely performed in an office environment.
• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling, using hands and fingers, stooping, and occasional lifting of objects up to 10 lbs.

Salary Pay Grade: E-12: Minimum $61,862.44/yr-$77,328/yr.05

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S272P Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 07/21/2026 Job Close Date 08/04/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

CUSTOMER SERVICE STATEMENT

Consistently performs duties with concern, courtesy, and respect for all persons in a prompt and timely manner. Must work cooperatively with participants, staff, and community members; and be sensitive and respectful to issues of participants and staff diversity.

Consistently exhibits responsiveness to others in the organization at all levels and responds to requests for assistance from participants, staff, and community members in a helpful and timely manner.

Advertising Summary

Richland Community College is seeking candidates for the Director of CECI/MMPP is responsible for leading and coordinating the College's entrepreneurship initiatives through the Minority Mentor Protégé Program, which develops and cultivates individuals interested in starting a business while also supporting existing businesses with resources and guidance. In addition, the Director oversees the development and maintenance of the Clean Energy Contractor Incubator, designed to help new clean energy businesses and startups overcome challenges through innovative programs that promote business development, learning, and cost savings. Entrepreneurs benefit from mentorship, training, and motivation provided by these initiatives. A strong understanding of business incubators and their role in supporting entrepreneurs enables the Director to maximize their impact and effectiveness. The Director of CECI/MMPP acts as a liaison between Richland Community College, area professionals, partner programs, mentors and mentees. The Director will collaborate with all parties involved and be comfortable interacting with diverse, underrepresented, and marginalized populations. The successful director is organized, self-motivated and manages multiple tasks effectively while simultaneously being attuned to the needs of those being served.

Supplemental Questions

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• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

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• • What is the highest level of education attained?

• GED

• High School Diploma

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree

• PHD

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents