Silicon Ranch Corporation

Associate, Community Relations

Nashville, Tennessee

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 51 days ago

ResearchCommunicationPublic SpeakingMicrosoft OfficeRenewable Energy

About the role

The individual must also possess the ability to work effectively as part of a cross-functional team at a high-growth company in a rapidly evolving industry and development environment.
Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and the community, acting as an ambassador for our solar projects.

Community Engagement & Relationship Building
Project Support & Coordination
Develop and maintain trusting relationships with community stakeholders, including local government officials, economic development authorities, anchor institution leaders, residents, landowners, site neighbors, and businesses.
Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to ensure consistent, effective outreach and to develop and distribute project-specific collateral and messaging, tailored to local audiences.
As primary community contact, collaborate with colleagues on site selection, permitting, and public approval processes by gathering community input and building local support.
We are known for putting community partnerships first, and are the only renewable energy company in the U.S. that owns and operates all of its solar ranches and has a 100% track record for successful delivery.
We have the largest utility scale agrivoltaics portfolio in the country under Regenerative Energy®, our nationally recognized holistic approach to project design, construction, and land management.

Experience in community engagement, public outreach, or related fields (e.g., campaign field work, issue advocacy, communications).
Comfort with public speaking and facilitating group discussions.
Must have a valid driver's license and be comfortable driving in rural areas to participate in in-person meetings and events.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed.
Organized, self-motivated, self-starter with empathy and passion for a rewarding career.
Competency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
Our interview process:
A typical interview process at Silicon Ranch might include the below stages. Please note that we may make changes to these steps as needed, and details will be provided to you early on in the process.
Introductory Interview with our recruiter
Hiring Manager Interview to dive into technical skills and behavioral questions
Panel Interview to assess cross-functional skills and dive deeper into technical skills

Some experience in community engagement, campaign field work, or similar roles supporting public outreach and local approval efforts.
Preferred: Some experience in community engagement, campaign field work, or similar roles supporting public outreach and local approval efforts.

Ideal candidates have strong verbal and written communications skills and confidence in public speaking and presentations.

Our model incorporates regenerative ranching and other regenerative land management practices to restore livelihoods and soil health, biodiversity, and water quality.
Communicate project benefits, timelines, and impacts to community members, addressing questions and concerns transparently.

Identify and cultivate partnerships with local, regional, and state organizations that align with the company's business and community objectives.
Proactively address concerns, mediate conflicts, and advocate for solutions that balance company goals with community interests.
Represent the company at local events, public hearings, and stakeholder meetings.

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