Chief Counsel, Federal Energy Financing

U.S. Department of Energy; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Energy seeks an exceptional executive leader to serve as Chief Counsel.

This senior role directs legal strategy across major federal financing initiatives for energy infrastructure and manufacturing, supporting energy independence, grid resilience, and lower costs nationwide. Candidates must demonstrate Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) relevant to a Senior Executive Service appointment, including expertise in structuring complex federal

Qualifications

• ECQs: Executive Core Qualifications for SES; minimum requirement to demonstrate commitment to rule of law and leadership
• TQs: Demonstrated expertise in structuring, negotiating, documenting, and advising on complex federal credit transactions and related federal law

Job description

The U.S. Department of Energy seeks an exceptional executive leader to serve as Chief Counsel.

This senior role directs legal strategy across major federal financing initiatives for energy infrastructure and manufacturing, supporting energy independence, grid resilience, and lower costs nationwide. Candidates must demonstrate Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) relevant to a Senior Executive Service appointment, including expertise in structuring complex federal