Hybrid State Policy Analyst: Energy Policy & Regulation

ISO New England Inc.; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable mission-driven workplace

Hybrid work environment (3 days onsite

Relocation assistance

Onsite gym wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement and professional

401(k) and financial planning support

Flexible work hours

Employee networks

Free coffee at onsite café

Job summary

ISO New England Inc. in Holyoke, Massachusetts seeks an Associate State Policy Analyst to monitor evolving state energy policies, translate complex issues into clear briefings, and support engagement with policymakers and regulators across the region.

The role involves on-call emergency communications, collaboration with Corporate Communications, and producing state issue memos, profiles, and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, political science, another liberal arts discipline, or a related field.
• Experience in energy policymaking, regulation, or government affairs, preferably in New England.
• Knowledge of the electric industry, wholesale electricity markets, and the federal and state policies shaping the grid, along with state legislative and regulatory processes.
• Strong research and analytical skills, including tracking legislation and synthesizing regulatory dockets.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to translate technical issues for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Monitor state legislation, regulatory proceedings, and energy policy developments; synthesize findings into briefings and highlight policy implications.
• Prepare testimony, talking points, and presentations for leadership briefings and public officials.
• Develop clear content for memos, state profiles, and stakeholder resources; respond to inquiries from governmental stakeholders.

Skills

Energy policy

Regulatory affairs

Policy analysis

Stakeholder communications

Written & oral communication

Data visualization

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, political science or related field

Job description

ISO New England Inc. in Holyoke, Massachusetts seeks an Associate State Policy Analyst to monitor evolving state energy policies, translate complex issues into clear briefings, and support engagement with policymakers and regulators across the region.

The role involves on-call emergency communications, collaboration with Corporate Communications, and producing state issue memos, profiles, and presentations.