Energy Policy & External Affairs Manager

Department of Energy Resources; Virginia; On-site; USD 81,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Parental leave

Voluntary Deferred Compensation

Job summary

The Maine Department of Energy Resources in Augusta seeks a Public Service Coordinator II (Manager of Government Affairs) to lead policy engagement, analyze legislation, and coordinate with federal and state partners to advance energy priorities.

The role requires strong writing, research, and relationship-building skills, and offers a comprehensive benefits package and a chance to influence Maine's energy future.

Qualifications

• Experience with legislative processes and regulatory proceedings.
• Knowledge of energy policy and regulations.
• Ability to research, interpret, and communicate policy impacts.
• Strong writing and communication skills for internal/external audiences.
• Experience coordinating with multiple agencies and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Advise DOER leadership on energy policy and external affairs.
• Monitor state legislation and regulations affecting energy policy.
• Represent DOER in legislative processes.
• Coordinate engagement with federal, state, and local partners.
• Support development and execution of announcements and stakeholder outreach.
• Support policy studies and initiatives advancing energy priorities.
• Prepare policy recommendations and briefing materials.
• Collaborate across DOER and state government on interagency initiatives.
• Engage energy industry groups and other external stakeholders.

Skills

Legislative processes

Energy policy

Policy analysis

Writing & communications

Stakeholder engagement

Interagency collaboration

Job description

The Maine Department of Energy Resources in Augusta seeks a Public Service Coordinator II (Manager of Government Affairs) to lead policy engagement, analyze legislation, and coordinate with federal and state partners to advance energy priorities.

The role requires strong writing, research, and relationship-building skills, and offers a comprehensive benefits package and a chance to influence Maine's energy future.