Energy & Climate Programs Specialist — Remote-friendly

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Energy Program Specialist to advance statewide climate and energy initiatives. You will combine data analysis, program management, and community outreach to support PA's energy goals and Act 70 priorities.

This full-time role involves travel across the state and occasional telework up to three days per week, with hours 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Three years of professional energy experience plus a bachelor’s degree.
• One year of energy experience plus a bachelor’s degree in specified fields.
• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Physical Sciences, or Energy Policy.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants may meet education within three months of graduation.

Responsibilities

• Data management: maintain records and prepare summaries using required software and data systems.
• Program oversight: manage energy and climate programs through planning, coordination, tracking, and reporting.
• Community engagement: develop outreach and training to support program goals.
• Partnership building: form and maintain relationships with agencies and groups.
• Research: assess energy/climate issues and prepare analyses for decision makers.

Skills

Data management

Program oversight

Community engagement

Partnership building

Research analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree in Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Physical Sciences, or Energy Policy

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Energy Program Specialist to advance statewide climate and energy initiatives. You will combine data analysis, program management, and community outreach to support PA's energy goals and Act 70 priorities.

This full-time role involves travel across the state and occasional telework up to three days per week, with hours 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.