Energy Policy Analyst — Deregulation & CRE Strategy

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 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.