Senior Clean Energy Policy Analyst, Energy Planning & Innovation Division

WORKING AT THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

At the Oregon Department of Energy, we're helping shape the state's energy future. Our team is dedicated to keeping Oregon on the leading edge of renewable energy and efficiency while supporting energy innovation, investment, equity, and resilience. From helping Oregonians save energy at home; to overseeing the state's interests in the world's largest environmental cleanup at the Hanford nuclear site in Washington, our work is challenging, rewarding, and diverse. We work with developers and communities on proposed energy facilities, with schools and manufacturers looking to save energy and money, and with other agencies and stakeholders on meeting the challenges of climate change. Oregon is one of the most energy-efficient states in the country, routinely landing near the top of annual national rankings. ODOE is committed to helping Oregon remain an energy leader, and that starts with hiring engaged team members ready to deliver for all Oregonians.

The Energy Planning and Innovation Division prioritizes diversifying Oregon's energy mix, successfully integrating renewable energy resources into our energy systems, developing innovative approaches to saving energy, better managing our use of energy, and supporting statewide efforts to meet Oregon's future energy and climate goals. Through statewide programs and projects, the division provides policy expertise and leadership on topics such as renewable and conventional energy resources, alternative fuel vehicles, demand response, energy storage, energy efficiency, and energy system resiliency. The team supports promising initiatives to advance energy innovation – from providing grants to energy technology demonstration projects, to developing energy policy recommendations, to providing technical expertise on emerging energy issues. In 1999, we were the first state in the nation to adopt carbon dioxide emission standards. Today, the division plays a key role in informing greenhouse gas policy discussions and developing options to meet both the state's energy needs and climate goals.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

The position will serve as the state’s expert on clean energy policy in Oregon, relevant clean energy policies in the region, and evolving clean energy markets.  The position will enable the state to achieve its renewable portfolio standard goals, and clean electricity targets, provide analysis on the harmonization of western state RPS and climate programs, and evaluate new clean energy policy options as they develop, greenhouse gas reduction goals, and prepare for the impacts of a warming climate.  This will be accomplished by maintaining expertise on clean energy policies in Oregon and within the region, analyzing clean energy and clean electricity policies and strategies, following, and providing input where needed on evolving clean energy markets in the West, informing state leadership on clean energy policy and market issues, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders on developing and evaluating policy options and strategies.

This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule. The incumbent will be expected to work at the central worksite located at 550 Capitol St. NE in Salem, Oregon, at least eight times per year. This generally includes two days at the central worksite per quarter, including attendance at in-person all-staff meetings. The position may also be required to work at the central worksite on a more frequent basis with advance notice, as needed.

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities for this position, please review the position description by clicking here.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

You will be a member of a diverse team built on collaboration and support.

We offer full medical, vision, and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays a year.

This is a full-time position that is not represented by a union.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science, or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years of professional-level evaluative, analytical, and planning work.
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• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

The most successful candidate will also have the following skills, experience, and background:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in one or more of the following energy sectors, resources, or technologies:
• renewable portfolio standards
• renewable energy certifications and other environmental market instruments
• Western Renewable Energy Generation Information System (WREGIS)
• utility integrated resource planning approaches and regulation
• clean energy markets and carbon pricing programs
• clean energy and clean electricity policies
• voluntary renewable energy markets including corporate program procurement.
• Excellent public speaking, policy analysis, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience in energy or natural resource-related research, modeling, technical and policy analysis, program design, and program evaluation in the public or private sector.
• Experience working and collaborating with government agencies and stakeholder groups.
• Experience in state legislative processes and familiarity with state legislative and agency rulemaking processes.
• Experience leading large project teams with diverse interests, finding ways to encourage people to share knowledge, leverage strengths, and collaborate.
• Demonstrated ability to take broad conceptual policy ideas and explain them to lay audiences and make recommendations.

Preference may be given to an applicant with the following:

• An advanced degree in economics, natural resources, energy management, engineering, or any degree demonstrating the capacity for knowledge and skill in public policy issues related to energy and climate.

HOW TO APPLY

• Visit the State of Oregon Career Site by clicking this link: Senior Clean Energy Policy Analyst.
• Click the "Apply" button above and complete the online application.
• A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach both documents to the “My Experience” section under Resume/CV in the application.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please visit the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
• Answer all the supplemental questions.

GET NOTICED

Help your application rise to the top! Don’t forget to showcase your amazing skills and experience in your application package that makes you the best candidate for the position. Candidates whose training and/or experience most closely match the requirements and needs of the position and attach all necessary documents will be eligible for an interview. Submissions will be screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).

Employment will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

The Oregon Department of Energy does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

QUESTIONS/NEED HELP?

If you have questions about the recruitment and selection process or need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Kate Steele, at kate.steele@energy.oregon.gov or call (971) 240-7520.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE BASED ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ETHNICITY, GENDER, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RELIGION, AGE, OR DISABILITY AND IS COMMITTED TO WORKPLACE DIVERSITY.