Rising Sun Center for Opportunity
Job Opening: Communications Assistant
About Us
Rising Sun Center for Opportunity is a premier workforce development and community resilience
non-profit serving the Bay Area and Stockton. We offer two programs, Climate Careers and Opportunity
Build, that give youth and adults the training and experience they need to access sustainable career
pathways and maximize their potential.
For more information about Rising Sun, please visit www.risingsunopp.org
The Climate Careers Program
Climate Careers offers a no-cost service to local homes. This service, called a Green House Call, consists
of an energy and water audit and installations of energy- and water-saving devices. Climate Careers
employs youth Energy Specialists, ages 15-24 from low-income households, to perform these audits and
installations. Our innovative mission combines residential energy efficiency services with youth
employment, development, and pathways to success.
The Communications Assistant Position
We are seeking a part-time Communications Assistant who is responsible for capturing the message of
Climate Careers and conveying the impact of the program to its participants through photos, videos,
testimonials, and others. The Communications Assistant will learn the various aspects of the Climate
Careers program and build connections and trust with participants. This position calls for someone who
thrives in a fast-paced environment and who can balance multiple priorities. This position reports directly
to the Director of Climate Careers Bay Area.
Oakland, CA 94608). However, they must be able to travel to our site offices (Oakland, Daly City, San
Rafael and Vallejo)
Job Responsibilities
Capture high quality photos and videos of Green House Calls program that showcase the work and
the unique personalities and stories of its participants
A successful Communications Assistant…
Enjoys storytelling in more ways than one; acknowledges the various ways people absorb
there is equity in representation of people and objects
As a Program Assistant, you MUST:
Adhere to all Rising Sun policies, including the Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Policy for Employees
week of work
READY to Apply?
Please email your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to [email protected],
and include “Communications Assistant - Bay Area” in the subject line. We are accepting resumes and
hiring on a rolling basis, so we highly encourage you to get your application in as soon as possible.
Rising Sun is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Rising Sun is committed to diversity and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to color,
ethnic background, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, and disability status.
EOE/AA/Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.