Energy Stakeholder Relations Analyst

ISO New England Inc.•Holyoke, MA

8d•$92,000 - $147,000•Hybrid

About The Position

ISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in our region and planning for the future of the electric grid. We are at the forefront of New England’s ongoing transition to clean energy. We have an important role to play in securing the region's clean and reliable energy future and seek folks from a variety of disciplines to join us! In this role, you will support the electricity industry stakeholder committees as part of the New England Power Pool (NEPOOL) Relations group in our Participant Relations & Services (PR&S) team. PR&S provides a wide range of business support, training, and information for participants in New England's wholesale electricity markets and power system, from resolving individual technical questions to delivering big picture project plans. The NEPOOL Relations group manages the regional stakeholder processes and committees through which new initiatives are vetted with participants, and solutions to regional energy challenges are collaboratively considered. Through the NEPOOL committees, the ISO advances proposed changes to its central functions of administering wholesale markets and reliably planning for and operating the power system, while complying with applicable laws and regulations. Those representing ISO New England in the committees’ leadership roles are vital to ensuring a positive and productive working relationship with the ISO’s Market Participants, as well as other industry stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Business, Engineering, Economics, Operations and Information Management, Public Policy, Legal Studies, or Regulatory Affairs preferred. An advanced degree or specifically applicable experience is highly desirable
5-10 years of related experience
Demonstrated success working with stakeholders and/or with state and federal regulatory processes
Proven ability to manage stakeholder/client relationships
Broad experience in and understanding of the electricity industry with prior experience in one of the following preferred: Transmission, Distribution, or Power Systems; Economics; Regulatory Law; or Government Affairs and Public Policy
Flexibility to work on a number of projects simultaneously
Verbal communication and presentation skills are essential
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products such as: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and WebEx
This employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position (ex: H-1B, F-1/CPT/OPT, O-1, E-3, TN, J, etc).

Responsibilities

Coordinate stakeholder activity more broadly within the NEPOOL Relations group and with internal business units to ensure the ISO’s external positioning is clear, constructive, and consistent
Support the NEPOOL Relations management team by identifying areas of interest to stakeholders and preparing logistical requirements for committee meetings
Support material development, drafting, review, and finalizing
Serve as Secretary for key NEPOOL working group and subcommittee
Participate in multi-disciplinary development teams on change initiatives and provide support to internal project leads on larger scope initiatives
Attend meetings and review, post, distribute, and maintain committee materials and records
Track and assist with accurate responses to stakeholder inquiries
Become trained and available for cross-functional support across the department, as needed