Sol Systems is seeking a full-time Vice President of People &amp; Administration to join our Executive Team. This is a critical leadership role that integrates strategic vision with operational execution to align people strategy, information technology, and business operations across the organization. This role will report to the CEO.Sol Systems is an Independent Power Producer (IPP) committed to building, owning, and managing clean energy infrastructure that benefits local communities. With GWs of projects across 30 states, Sol integrates energy storage and grid resiliency solutions to deliver reliable, sustainable power to Fortune 500 companies, municipalities, utilities, and schools. Through strategic partnerships and community reinvestment, Sol ensures that clean energy development drives long-term economic and environmental benefits. Founded in 2008 and led by its founder, Sol Systems is dedicated to shaping an energy future we can all believe in. Key Responsibilities:People &amp; Culture:<ul><li>Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team on all people-related matters.</li><li>Lead organizational design and leadership development initiatives.</li><li>Oversee succession planning and workforce planning to ensure long-term organizational resilience.</li><li>Lead the annual compensation cycle, including salary adjustments, promotions, and the implementation of related compensation policies.</li><li>Ensure HR policies and practices comply with local, state, and federal employment laws and reflect company values.</li><li>Monitor changes in employment regulations and proactively advise leadership on risk mitigation strategies.</li><li>Leverage data insights to influence people strategy and report results to executive leadership and board-level stakeholders.</li><li>Provide confidential counsel on sensitive personnel issues, organizational dynamics, and leadership transitions.</li><li>Develop and implement personnel policies and procedures.</li><li>Other responsibilities may be assigned, including support for evolving business needs, special projects, and cross-functional initiatives aligned with the company’s strategic priorities.</li></ul>Administration &amp; Operations:<ul><li>Provide leadership across administrative and shared service functions, including IT, to support organizational growth and operational excellence.</li><li>Evaluate operational processes, management practices, and infrastructure to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and scalability.</li><li>Foster the adoption of AI tools to improve business processes.</li><li>Establish performance standards and accountability measures across functions.</li><li>Ensure operational priorities, program initiatives, and resource allocation align with company strategy, culture, and core values.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership on budgeting, resource planning, and organizational priorities.</li><li>Maintain safe, compliant, and effective workplace operations.</li></ul>A successful candidate will possess the following skills and attributes: <ul><li>A Master’s Degree is preferred.</li><li>10+ years of successful leadership experience.</li><li>Prior experience in the renewables, energy, or financial services industry.</li><li>Demonstrated experience with the fundamentals of HR and Administration.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in total rewards management, including compensation strategy, salary planning, and equity/stock options administration.</li><li>Experience in developing the vision for the IT organization and overseeing the implementation of AI-assisted productivity and performance improvements.</li><li>Experience leading cultural and engagement programs, including internal events and cross-functional employee initiatives.</li><li>Experience evaluating, designing, and implementing new programs.</li><li>Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and partner with executives and managers across departments.</li><li>Experience in data analytics.</li></ul>Location &amp; Hours: This is a full-time role and will be based in our Washington, DC office.Commitment &amp; Compensation: The base salary for this role is between $200,000 and $250,000 annually, depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the position. In addition, Sol Systems provides health insurance, retirement benefits, partial gym reimbursement, education benefits, parental leave, paid vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays, as well as the opportunity to work in a unique and dynamic environment.To Apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.Deadline: We hope to hire for these positions immediately and will review applicants on a rolling basis.Sol Systems is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, race, ethnicity, orientation, creed, or other traits. Sol Systems supports and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Sol Systems, a national solar finance and development firm, delivers sophisticated, customized services for institutional, corporate, and municipal customers. Over the last 15 years, Sol Systems has delivered over 1 GW of solar projects for Fortune 100 companies, municipalities, universities, churches, and small businesses. Sol now manages over $650 million in solar energy assets for utilities, banks, and Fortune 500 companies. Inc. 5000 recognized Sol Systems in its annual list of the nation&rsquo;s fastest-growing private companies for five years. For more information, please visit www.solsystems.com

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