Energy Programs Analyst job at Commonwealth of Massachusetts in Boston, MA

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Employee benefits package

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking a program analyst for the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC). The role focuses on energy efficiency programs (WAP/HEARTWAP), research, writing, and grant management within ECU and the Division of Livable Communities.

The position emphasizes data analysis, policy interpretation, and collaboration with state officials and local agencies in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of professional experience in program management or analysis.
• Experience with energy related analysis, preferably energy efficiency/renewable energy.
• Ability to prepare spreadsheets, charts, tables, and other analytic tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to produce clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and residential housing.
• Reviews energy, environmental, climate, and economic data for the Commonwealth.
• Completes research and writing tasks for ECU and the Division of Livable Communities.
• Assists with grant management and reporting requirements.
• Contributes to development/reviews of RFPs and NOFAs; coordinates state plans.
• Acts as an ECU liaison with contracted consultants.
• Supports WAP/HEARTWAP program assessments as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral & written communication

Policy interpretation

Energy data analysis

Data visualization

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration/public administration

Graduate degree in business/public administration

Bachelor's or higher in another field (substitution for experience)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

AGENCY MISSION:

The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is responsible for building more homes and lowering housing costs across the Commonwealth through partnerships with municipalities, housing authorities, and community stakeholders.

OVERVIEW

Responsible for carrying out research, writing, and analytic assignments related to federally funded energy efficiency programs: the Department of Energy funded Weatherization Assistance Program (DOE WAP) and the Heating Emergency Assistance Retrofit Task Weatherization Assistance Program (HEARTWAP), EOHLC's heating system repair, replacement, and maintenance program, as well as other topics for the Energy Conservation Unit (ECU) and the Division of Livable Communities. Responsible for: performing analysis related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and residential housing throughout the Commonwealth; assisting with grant management and grant reporting as it pertains to the delivery of energy efficiency program services to income-eligible clients; assisting with writing evaluations, reports, and studies; assisting with development and reviews of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Notice of Funding Availability (NOFAs); act as an ECU liaison with contracted consultants; assisting with the development of program policy and guidance, State Plan development, program assessments; and responding to questions and concerns from entities and persons that are involved with WAP and HEARTWAP.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE):

Analyze & Review:

• Performs analysis related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and residential housing throughout the Commonwealth.
• Reviews and analyzes energy data, environmental data, climate data, as well as economic and financial data.

Research & Writing:

• Completes research and writing assignments related to energy efficiency and renewable energy programs and associated issues/topics for the Energy Conservation Unit (ECU) and the Division of Livable Communities.

Grant Management:

• Assists with grant management and grant reporting requirements.

Develop & Review:

• Assists with the development and reviews of RFPs and NOFAs.
• Assists in the development and coordination of the program operators' guidelines and State plans.

Liaison:

• Acts as an ECU liaison with contracted consultants.

Program Assessments:

• Assists with WAP and HEARTWAP Subgrantee program assessments on an as-needed basis.

Customer Service:

• Responds to questions and concerns from entities and persons that are involved with WAP and HEARTWAP.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to interpret federal and state policies, statutes, and regulations.
• Experience with energy related analysis, preferably regarding energy efficiency and/or renewable energy.
• Experience analyzing energy data, environmental data, climate data, population data, as well as economic and financial data.
• Ability to prepare spreadsheets, charts, tables, and other analytic tools.
• Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills; ability to produce clear and accurate reports and recommendations.
• At least intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to identify, develop, and implement new methods and procedures to achieve program goals.
• Ability to work with local community action agencies, state officials, and private sector professionals.
• Ability to be sensitive to the needs of income-eligible residents.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret various laws and regulations and to communicate effectively with a variety of public and private agencies.
• Familiarity with EOHLC housing and/or energy programs preferred.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative or managerial experience in business administration, business management or public administration the major duties of which involved program management, program administration, program coordination, program planning and/or program analysis, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

• I. A Bachelor''s degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the-required experience.*
• II. A Graduate degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for the required experience.*
• III. A Bachelor''s or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.*

Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer

Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Application Deadline

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Work Structure

This position would be expected to follow a hybrid model of reporting to work that combines in-office workdays and work from home days, as needed.

Salary and Benefits

Salary placement is determined by years of experience and education directly related to the position and the Human Resources Division's Recruiting Guidelines. In the case of a promotional opportunity, the salary provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.