Senior Associate

Securing Americas Future Energ • US,

7d • $59,000 - $65,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Senior Program Associate will help advance the Electrification Coalition’s mission to accelerate transportation electrification, primarily by implementing a multi-year Fleet Assessment Program in partnership with Ameren Illinois. The role guides participating organizations through the assessment process, from fleet data collection and total cost of ownership analysis to vehicle prioritization and procurement options, helping them make informed decisions about fleet electrification. The position complements EC’s Community Engagement and Consultation Program and works with overlapping stakeholder networks. The role is 100% remote, with applicants in Illinois or near Ameren Illinois territory prioritized but not required, and requires travel up to 10% of the time. The position is full-time and exempt, reports to the Program Manager, and requires authorization to work in the United States under IRCA.

The Senior Program Associate conducts participant outreach, supports fleet data collection and analysis, develops total cost of ownership models using EC’s DRVE tool, and helps communities and partners move from planning to implementation. The role also involves coordinating with Ameren Illinois staff, cultivating cross-sector stakeholder relationships, facilitating meetings and workshops, representing EC at external events, tracking relevant policies and funding opportunities, developing informational materials, and contributing to program management, evaluation, reporting, and proposal development.

The ideal candidate has relevant experience in transportation electrification, energy policy, utility programs, nonprofits, government, consulting, or a related field; strong stakeholder engagement and project management skills; and the ability to communicate technical findings clearly. The salary range is $59,000 to $65,000. Benefits include health, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents, an FSA, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) with a 3% employer match, paid time off, paid holidays, sick leave, a cell phone allowance, and sabbatical eligibility.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of relevant professional experience in transportation electrification, energy policy, utility programs, nonprofits, local or state government, consulting, or a related field.
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and relationship management experience, including sustained outreach by phone, email, and meetings to recruit, retain, or influence participation in programs or initiatives.
• Strong understanding of transportation electrification concepts, including EV fleets, charging infrastructure, utility programs, and/or federal and state funding mechanisms.
• Comfort serving as an external-facing representative and leading or supporting presentations, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing clear, audience-specific materials.
• Strong organizational and project management skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining responsiveness, accountability, and proactive communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States as required by IRCA.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting community engagement, technical assistance, or planning programs for municipalities, fleets, or other public-sector partners.
• Knowledge of Illinois energy policy, utility programs, or relevant state initiatives.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Monday.com.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Ameren Illinois Fleet Assessment Program as a core member of the EC team.
• Conduct outreach by phone, email, meetings, and follow-ups to recruit program participants.
• Help participants collect and process fleet inventories, usage patterns, fuel consumption, and maintenance-cost data.
• Develop total cost of ownership fleet analysis models using EC’s DRVE tool; review findings with participants and support vehicle prioritization and procurement decisions.
• Track participant progress and monitor projects to ensure alignment with program goals and timelines.
• Provide hands-on assistance to communities and partners moving from planning to implementation, coordinating with Ameren Illinois staff.
• Build and maintain relationships with partners across government, utilities, academia, business, and nonprofit sectors.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and planning sessions with participants and stakeholders.
• Represent EC at conferences, webinars, and stakeholder convenings; develop presentations and highlight successful implementation narratives.
• Facilitate information sharing and connections among stakeholders to advance best practices, program design, and knowledge transfer.
• Coordinate with colleagues delivering the Ameren Illinois CEC Program to align outreach, share insights, and identify cross-program collaboration opportunities.
• Track relevant federal, state, and local transportation electrification policies, funding opportunities, and industry developments.
• Review and synthesize guidance and program documentation to inform outreach, planning, and implementation.
• Develop fact sheets, briefing memos, slide decks, and implementation resources.
• Contribute to EC publications, newsletters, and funder updates by summarizing program and policy developments.
• Collaborate across EC Policy, Freight, and Campaigns teams on joint tasks, deliverables, and projects.
• Support project and program execution by establishing and monitoring outcomes, deliverables, staffing plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Provide regular updates to project partners and stakeholders, including funders, interested parties, and government agencies.
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and documentation of program outcomes, lessons learned, and best practices.
• As needed, support proposal development and funder or client reporting, including content development, editing, and facilitating collaborative planning sessions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums fully covered for employees and dependents.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan, with Roth option and 3% employer match.
• Life insurance.
• 17 days of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and annual sick leave.
• $60 monthly cell phone allowance.
• Sabbatical for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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