Policy Analyst (Energy) Trainee*, NS or Policy Analyst 1 (Energy), Grade 18

Southern Arkansas University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Policy Analyst (Energy) Trainee to support the Data, Innovation, & Research Group. The role involves analyzing energy policies, assisting in stakeholder engagement, and supporting various projects. The ideal candidate will have four to six years of relevant experience in energy program policy development. Educational qualifications may substitute experience requirements. This position emphasizes renewable energy and efficiency projects.

Qualifications

• Four to six years of experience in energy program policy development.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs.
• Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's degrees can substitute for years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Data, Innovation, & Research Group initiatives.
• Assist in policy analysis and drafting proposals.
• Engage with stakeholders to assess policy impacts.
• Analyze clean energy industry trends and business models.

Skills

Policy analysis

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Policy Analyst (Energy) Trainee*, NS or Policy Analyst 1 (Energy), Grade 18

For appointment to the Policy Analyst (Energy) Trainee 1, NS=14, you must have four years of experience** in the review, analysis, development, or implementation of programs or policies related to one or more specialty energy program area, which include: renewable energy planning, procurement, and integration; energy efficiency; electrification of transportation or heating; demand response; energy storage; energy market design; advanced rate designs; advanced utility business models, or strategic use of energy related data.

For appointment to the Policy Analyst (Energy) Trainee 2, NS=16, you must have five years of experience** in the review, analysis, development, or implementation of programs or policies related to one or more specialty energy program area, which include: renewable energy planning, procurement, and integration; energy efficiency; electrification of transportation or heating; demand response; energy storage; energy market design; advanced rate designs; advanced utility business models, or strategic use of energy related data.

For appointment to the Policy Analyst (Energy) 1, SG-18, you must have six years of experience** in the review, analysis, development, or implementation of programs or policies related to one or more specialty energy program area, which include: renewable energy planning, procurement, and integration; energy efficiency; electrification of transportation or heating; demand response; energy storage; energy market design; advanced rate designs; advanced utility business models, or strategic use of energy related data.

**Substitution: an associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a J.D. may substitute for six years of experience.

Duties Description:

The Policy Analyst 1 (Energy), Grade 18, will support the work of the Data, Innovation, & Research (DIR) Group within the Efficiency, Equity, & Innovation (EE&I) Section of the Office of Markets and Innovation (OMI). The DIR Group provides oversight functions for the Strategic Use of Energy Related Data Proceeding, including the development and implementation of the Data Access Framework (DAF) and the Integrated Energy Data Resource (IEDR), and Community Choice Aggregation program. The unit also provides project management support for the Innovation and Research Portfolio, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Authority (NYSERDA), by coordinating with subject matter experts within OMI and throughout the Department as well as supporting all ofOMI’s websites, SharePoint sites and all other data needs. Given the varied scope of work within the DIR Group, this position may also support other work as assigned. Under the supervision or direction of a higher-level Policy Analyst (Energy) or OMI Management Team, the Policy Analyst 1 (Energy) may perform duties that include, but are not limited to:

• Identifying factors relevant to the development of policies, collecting relevant data on the critical factors, developing policy alternatives, and summarizing the strengths and weaknesses of alternatives.
• Assisting with drafting, editing, and developing proposals to address new policy initiatives and reassessing existing policies, including Public Service Commission (Commission) Orders.
• Reviewing and summarizing parties’ written comments submitted through Commission proceedings.
• Engaging with stakeholders to identify, analyze, and understand the impact of their positions and concerns.
• Performing data gathering, analysis, evaluation, forecasting, and modeling.
• Staying aware of State and national industry trends, as well as performing innovative research in technical areas.
• Reviewing and analyzing clean energy industry business models nationally and in-state.
• Assisting with or facilitating stakeholder participation in meetings, technical conferences, and seminars and fostering a collaborative atmosphere to enhance awareness and practices in the industry.
• Assisting with external oversight and outreach activities to build and maintain credibility at utility companies and federal and state agencies.
• Assisting in or evaluating trends in the level of customer participation and performance in relevant programs and assessing the degree to which various market factors may be stimulating or discouraging the development and adaptation of modernization changes.
• Assisting in collecting and analyzing data relevant to the assessment of the adequacy of energy systems and/or supplying planning procedures.
• Reviewing and preparing reports on trends.
• Examining the proposed allocation of costs and the impact of a proposed rate design on competitive services.
• Assisting with the development of financial models and market studies that will establish program targets and budgets.
• Assisting with the creation of proposed rules and enforcement mechanisms.

Additional Comments:

*Successful completion of the two-year traineeship leads to appointment as a Policy Analyst 1 (Energy), Grade 18.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Department of Public Service is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting the Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator which can be found under the Accessibility Link on the Department’s webpage athttps://dps.ny.gov .