Chief of Staff

Description:

Our mission (share it!):

Optiwatt’s mission is to reverse global warming through the advancement of home electrification. We make home energy usage cheaper, greener, and more simple by building towards the world’s largest network of connected homes to balance the electric grid. Our investors are some of the most active impact investing firms out there and we hold ourselves accountable to each other and the future generations of this planet. Do you want to straddle the intersection of technology and purpose on our growth trajectory to 1,000,000 homes and beyond? We hope so.

Our culture (thrive in it!):

"We're a small team of genuinely ethical people driven by helping others and our planet. And we love our virtual gaming tournaments." - Casey

"I love the people here like a family. We work hard and our laid-back culture is strong. It is a flat, collaborative organization, I pitch directly to the CEO and feel heard, even when it's outside my specialty." - Nina

"We love what we do, which makes it feel more like a fun weekend project than work. And after all the features have been deployed, we sometimes disc golf." - Danny

"The culture is fun, full of hope and excitement. The office is always full of jokes and discussion about how we can better ourselves and the electric grid." - Zoe

Your impact (grow it!):

Optiwatt works with North America’s top leading electric utilities to drive consumer education, electrification, and load management within our Optiwatt application. Our goals are to reduce the utilities overall cost of energy and customer service while increasing customer satisfaction and program participation. As the Chief of Staff at Optiwatt, will be a proactive problem solver with exceptional communication skills and a meticulous attention to detail. This role will be critical in ensuring the smooth operation of the company and driving key initiatives that support our growth and success.

Your primary directives at Optiwatt will be as follows:

Executive Support:

• Act as a strategic advisor and confidant to the CEO, providing critical support on key business initiatives.
• Manage the CEO’s calendar, meetings, and communications to ensure optimal efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepare and review documents, reports, and presentations for the executive team.

Operational Efficiency:

• Oversee and improve internal processes to enhance organizational efficiency.
• Lead and manage cross-functional projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Coordinate and facilitate executive meetings, including agenda setting, note-taking, and follow-up on action items.

Strategic Planning:

• Assist in the development and execution of the company’s strategic plan.
• Conduct research and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and company metrics.

Stakeholder Management:

• Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with key partners, clients, and investors.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across all levels of the organization.

Team Leadership:

• Support the executive team in managing and developing the leadership team.
• Drive initiatives to improve company culture, employee engagement, and team performance.
• Mentor and guide team members to foster a high-performance environment.

Requirements:

You are someone who is….

1. Excited to work on any of the following; electric vehicles, smart thermostats, the electric grid, technology, climate change reduction
2. Has 5+ years of experience in a strategic, operational, or consulting role, preferably in a high-growth startup environment.
3. Has exceptional organizational and project management skills.
4. Has strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
5. Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
6. Has a high level of discretion and integrity in handling confidential information.
7. Has a proven track record of managing complex projects and driving strategic initiatives.
8. Has the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits:

Grow with us

We just closed our Series A and have investors from the most reputable names in venture capital and impact investing: Google Ventures, Navitas Capital, Urban Innovation Fund, and Active Impact Investments. We have our sights set on the stars, so if you're interested in growth potential, the sky's the limit here at Optiwatt. 

We invest in your growth because we know that even if you aren’t with us forever, empowering you to better tackle climate change helps all of us. The best part of working in the clean technology industry is the enormous collaboration between companies, founders, investors, and yes, even utilities. Everyone is driven by the same goal: reduce global warming and move us towards a truly sustainable future.

We encourage you to step outside of your role and show us what you can do. Ask for opportunity and you will receive it, offer up ideas and you will be heard. We desire to match people with work that excites them the most, and we will support you in your journey to learn and grow to accomplish that goal.

If your resume doesn't quite fit these job requirements, please apply anyway and tell us where you think you could help us! Climate change and grid stability are enormous problems and we would love help from talented people with any background.

Shine with us

The salary range for this job is $120,000 to $200,000, plus equity compensation dependent on experience.

Optiwatt is a growing startup that offers competitive salaries and benefits to all employees, rivaling the giants of the tech world. Some of these amazing perks include:

• Ability to work fully remote, hybrid, or in-person in our following branches
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Denver, CO
  • Columbus, OH
  • Minneapolis, MN
• Stock options dependent on experience and salary flexibility
• Healthcare, vision, and dental
• $1,500 improvement or mental wellness purchase match
• 401k contribution and matching
• Every other Friday off
• Unlimited paid vacation/sick leave
• Yearly company retreats to far-away places
• Flexible work hours, and we mean it. We want you to work when you are most productive, no matter if you are a night owl, early bird, or live in a different US time zone.
• Paid career development opportunities (learn a skill!)
• $1,000 expensed home office supplies, work travel, team entertainment, etc. as necessary