Program Advisor

Department of Energy Headquarters • Anchorage, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Arctic Energy Office, Department of Energy. As a Program Advisor, you will serve as a principal advisor and senior business development lead within the Arctic Energy Office, focusing on advancing the Department's domestic energy priorities in Alaska and the broader Arctic region. The Arctic Energy Office office works to identify, promote, and mobilize resources for the rapid deployment of critical energy projects in the Arctic. These projects, often at advanced Technology Readiness Levels, are intended to provide reliable, affordable, and secure energy to benefit Alaskans, national security installations, the continental U.S., and international partners. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.
• If selected, your appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.
• This position is not remote, the selectee will be expected to report to the duty station(s) listed.
• If selected, military spouses, veteran caregivers, and spouses of foreign service employees may be eligible for applicable workplace flexibilities.
• You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of entering the position and annually. (GS-14 level)
• This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing thereafter. Failure to test or a positive result on random drug tests conducted after appointment may result in removal from Federal employment.
• This position has been designated as Critical Sensitive and requires a security clearance at the Q. The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain this clearance; failure to do so may result in separation from federal service.
• Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.
• This position is not included in a Bargaining Agreement.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Identifying and evaluating energy, infrastructure, or other complex project opportunities related to Arctic energy; Analyzing program or policy issues and developing strategies or recommendations for management; AND Coordinating with government, industry, community, or other external stakeholders to advance projects or organizational initiatives.
• A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Identifying, evaluating, or advancing energy, infrastructure, or other complex project opportunities related to Arctic energy; Analyzing program, policy, legislative, or regulatory issues and developing strategies or recommendations for management; AND Coordinating relationships with government, industry, community, or other external stakeholders to advance projects or organizational initiatives.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• If selected, military spouses, veteran caregivers, and spouses of foreign service employees may be eligible for applicable workplace flexibilities.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, develops, and advances major energy project opportunities that support energy reliability, affordability, security, and Departmental priorities.
• Analyzes complex program, policy, legislative, and regulatory issues to develop strategies, options, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Develops strategic partnerships with government, Tribal, utility, industry, and other stakeholders to advance significant energy initiatives and resolve competing interests.
• Represents senior leadership in interagency and external activities and communicates and defends Departmental positions and recommendations.
• Advises senior leadership on significant Arctic energy issues and coordinates programs and projects across organizations to support a unified strategy.
• Develops written analyses, recommendations, briefings, and other decision-support materials on significant program and policy matters.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed