Energy Policy Analyst

On Think Tanks - Independent Research, Ideas and Advice; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cato Institute in Washington, DC is seeking an Energy Policy Analyst to lead research and advocacy advancing energy freedom, including consumer-regulated electricity (CRE) initiatives at the state and federal levels. This role will coordinate across internal teams and external partners, contribute to legislative and regulatory efforts, and help develop a long-term strategy for energy policy initiatives.

This position reports to the Director of Energy and Environmental Policy Studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, political science, or a technical field.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in energy policy; deep knowledge of electricity regulation preferred.
• Understanding of the free market approach to energy policy.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead multi-state and federal research and advocacy for energy deregulation.
• Oversee Cato’s efforts to advance consumer-regulated electricity (CRE).
• Coordinate among the policy, development, and government affairs teams at Cato.
• Engage outside groups, including think tanks and trade associations.
• Write and present testimony before state legislatures.
• Contribute opinion articles to local newspapers and speak on webinars and panels.
• Develop long-term strategy for CRE advocacy and other priorities.
• Contribute as needed to broader policy initiatives, including legislative and regulatory efforts.

Skills

Energy policy

Electricity regulation

Policy advocacy

Public speaking

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's in economics or political science

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

The Cato Institute is a public policy research organization – a think tank – dedicated to the principles of individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peace. Its scholars and analysts conduct independent, nonpartisan research on a wide range of policy issues.

Founded in 1977, Cato owes its name to Cato’s Letters, a series of essays published in 18th-century England that presented a vision of a society free from excessive government power. Those essays inspired the architects of the American Revolution. And the simple, timeless principles of that revolution – individual liberty, limited government, and free markets – turn out to be even more powerful in today’s world of global markets and unprecedented access to information than Jefferson or Madison could have imagined. Social and economic freedom is not just the best policy for a free people; it is an indispensable framework for the future.

The Cato Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Cato Institute seeks an Energy Policy Analyst to support its Energy and Environmental Policy Studies department. This role will lead research and advocacy efforts advancing energy freedom, including initiatives related to consumer-regulated electricity (CRE) at the state and federal levels. The Energy Policy Analyst will coordinate across internal teams and external partners, contribute to legislative and regulatory efforts, and help develop a long-term strategy for energy policy initiatives. This position will report to the Director of Energy and Environmental Policy Studies.

This is a hybrid position in Washington, DC.

The salary range for this role is $70,000 – $105,000 per year. Compensation is based on the successful candidate’s educational background, experience, and skills.

Key roles and responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead new multi-state and federal research and advocacy for energy deregulation.
• Oversee Cato’s efforts to advance consumer-regulated electricity (CRE).
• Coordinate among the policy, development, and government affairs teams at Cato.
• Engage outside groups, including think tanks and trade associations.
• Write and present testimony before state legislatures.
• Contribute opinion articles to local newspapers and speak on webinars and panels.
• Develop long-term strategy for CRE advocacy and other priorities.
• Contribute as needed to broader policy initiatives, including legislative and regulatory efforts.

Experience and skills expected of the post holder

Education/ Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in economics, political science, or a technical field; an advanced degree is preferred.
• Experience in energy policy; deep knowledge of electricity regulation preferred.
• An understanding of the free market approach to energy policy.
• A strong grasp of general economic concepts.

Skills

• Must have a strong commitment to Cato’s libertarian values.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks independently and as part of a highly collaborative team on a time-sensitive basis.
• A commitment to accuracy and creativity in making innovative arguments for energy market liberalization.
• Able to lead events, including conferences and webinars.
• Strong writing and communication skills, including testimony.
• Comfortable presenting to various audiences in person or virtually.