Federal Energy Program Manager (Energy)

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Energy (OEN) strategically guides Louisiana’s energy landscape through thoughtful policy development, innovative technology integration, and comprehensive energy planning. The Office fosters innovation through partnerships, supports grant administration, and facilitates outreach and education activities. By promoting renewable and efficient energy solutions, the Office aligns energy development with Louisiana’s economic growth and environmental resilience goals, advancing the state’s energy future through strategic collaborations and informed policy decisions.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a physical, biological, or environmental science, engineering, computer science, or a business-related field plus four years of experience in natural resources management, environmental science, computer science, or administrative services; OR
• A master's degree in a physical, biological, or environmental science, engineering, computer science, or a business-related field plus three years of experience in natural resources management, environmental science, computer science, or administrative services; OR
• A doctorate in a physical, biological, or environmental science, engineering, computer science, or a business-related field plus two years of experience in natural resources management, environmental science, computer science, or administrative services.

Responsibilities

• Manages implementation of Louisiana's HOMES and HEEHR programs from award through closeout, ensuring successful execution of program goals, objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
• Serves as the primary Office of Energy contact for day-to-day program implementation and operational coordination.
• Develops and maintains implementation plans, operating procedures, guidance documents, internal controls, and other program administration tools.
• Provides regular program updates, briefings, and recommendations to Office of Energy leadership.
• Ensures program compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, award conditions, U.S. Department of Energy guidance, procurement requirements, and agency policies.
• Monitors grant budgets, expenditures, reimbursement requests, invoices, and financial performance to ensure appropriate use of federal funds.
• Serves as a liaison among the Office of Energy, the U.S. Department of Energy, the Office of Community Development, contractors, utilities, local governments, community organizations, and other program stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level