Energy Programs Analyst

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Boston, MA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is seeking an Energy Programs Analyst/Program Coordinator II in the Division of Livable Communities. The role carries out research, writing, and analytical assignments related to federally funded energy efficiency programs, including the Department of Energy-funded Weatherization Assistance Program (DOE WAP) and HEARTWAP, EOHLC’s heating system repair, replacement, and maintenance program, as well as other work for the Energy Conservation Unit (ECU) and Division of Livable Communities. The position performs analysis related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and residential housing throughout the Commonwealth; supports grant management and reporting for energy-efficiency services to income-eligible clients; and assists with evaluations, reports, studies, procurement documents, program policies and guidance, State Plans, and program assessments. It also serves as an ECU liaison to contracted consultants and responds to questions and concerns from entities and people involved with WAP and HEARTWAP. The position follows a hybrid work model combining in-office and work-from-home days as needed. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter. First consideration will be given to applicants who apply within the first 14 days. Salary placement depends on directly related experience and education and applicable recruiting guidelines. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified. Information provided by selected candidates about education and licenses or certifications may be published under the Massachusetts Public Records Law.

Requirements

At least three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, or public administration, with major duties involving program management, administration, coordination, planning, or analysis; or an equivalent combination of experience and qualifying education substitutions.
A bachelor’s degree in business administration, business management, or public administration may substitute for up to two years of required experience.
A graduate degree in business administration, business management, or public administration may substitute for the required experience.
A bachelor’s or higher degree in a field other than business administration, business management, or public administration may substitute for up to one year of required experience. Education toward a degree is prorated based on the proportion of requirements completed.

Nice To Haves

Ability to interpret federal and state policies, statutes, and regulations.
Experience with energy-related analysis, preferably involving energy efficiency and/or renewable energy.
Experience analyzing energy, environmental, climate, population, economic, and financial data.
Ability to prepare spreadsheets, charts, tables, and other analytical tools.
Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear and accurate reports and recommendations.
At least intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to identify, develop, and implement new methods and procedures to achieve program goals.
Ability to work with local community action agencies, state officials, and private-sector professionals.
Sensitivity to the needs of income-eligible residents.
Demonstrated ability to interpret laws and regulations and communicate effectively with a variety of public and private agencies.
Familiarity with EOHLC housing and/or energy programs.

Responsibilities

Analyze energy efficiency, renewable energy, and residential housing throughout the Commonwealth.
Review and analyze energy, environmental, climate, population, economic, and financial data.
Conduct research and complete writing assignments on energy efficiency and renewable energy programs and related topics for the ECU and Division of Livable Communities.
Assist with grant management and grant reporting requirements.
Assist in developing and reviewing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Notices of Funding Availability (NOFAs).
Assist with developing and coordinating program operators’ guidelines and State Plans.
Act as an ECU liaison with contracted consultants.
Assist with WAP and HEARTWAP Subgrantee program assessments as needed.
Respond to questions and concerns from entities and people involved with WAP and HEARTWAP.
Assist with development of program policy and guidance, program assessments, evaluations, reports, and studies.