Director - Regulatory Energy Policy

Advanced Energy United

3d•$120,000•Remote

About The Position

United seeks an experienced, strategic, and innovative Director of Regulatory Policy with a focus on state-level regulatory strategy and engagement to join our team. The Director will report to the Managing Director, State Regulatory and will work with other United team members to develop and implement multi-year strategies and campaigns designed to achieve policy successes at the state level that will expand markets for the advanced energy industry and accelerate the U.S. transition to 100% clean energy. Working in close coordination with the regional Managing Directors for our Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic states, the Director – Regulatory Policy will develop and execute a comprehensive regulatory engagement strategy at public utility commissions and other state agencies that covers the full scope of our clean energy and transportation priorities. This includes engaging commissioners and staff, working with allies and other external stakeholders, and engaging in a range of proceedings, from investigatory to fully litigated. In addition, the Director will manage and mentor early career team members who will carry out the day-to-day state regulatory work. Geographic focus for this position: United’s Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states currently include: In Northeastern: NY, MA, CT, RI; In the Mid-Atlantic: VA, MD, NJ, PA. A strong preference for candidates in the eastern or midwestern part of the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Political Science, Public Policy preferred, or applicable comparable experience, Master's degree is a plus
7-10 years of professional experience which should include: experience with utility regulatory proceedings and policy development; engagement in the energy or transportation sectors; a network of relevant contacts in these sectors is a plus
Experience managing and training a team
Strategic thinker: can look at the big picture goal and define how to get there
Exceptional professional writing skills, particularly regulatory filings
Interest and facility in market economics and understanding of market levers to scale clean energy.
Entrepreneurial approach, flexible attitude, and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral required; Candidates must be able to successfully develop and maintain productive relationships with members, industry stakeholders, policymakers, and other key contacts
Intellectual curiosity, inquisitive nature, analytical and excellent listening and problem-solving skills
Must be clean energy focused
Performance-oriented individual with a strong work ethic, demonstrated initiative and commitment to achieving goals
Must be willing to travel up to 30%

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with United team members on developing and implementing strategies to meet short and long-term policy objectives in key states as part of United’s core portfolio. The focus will be on regulatory engagement.
Work with United member companies to develop and reach consensus on policy positions in targeted states and on key issues. Facilitate member calls and lead policy discussions to coalesce member input and prioritize areas of interest and engagement.
Develop and file comments at state utility commissions on key regulatory issues that move us towards 100% advanced energy, including grid flexibility, virtual power plants, utility business model reform, performance-based regulation, resource planning, rate design, data access, grid modernization, transmission and other related areas.
As needed, participate in legislative, rulemaking, and administrative processes, including utility commission stakeholder process, workshops/technical conferences, and similar activities.
Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with coalition partners, allies, utilities, and key legislative, regulatory, and administrative staff, with a focus on utility commissions.
Work with United communications staff to identify and seize opportunities to showcase stories and evidence of the advanced energy economy taking hold in the states. As needed, draft press statements, write blog posts, participate in webinars and conferences, and create opportunities to showcase advanced energy.
Travel on an as needed basis (up to 30%) to targeted states for technical conferences, meetings with key allies and stakeholders, communications outreach, and other efforts on behalf of United.
Working with the Managing Directors of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, support United’s annual portfolio planning process with quantitative analysis of advanced energy market potential and emissions benefits.
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