Strategic Federal Energy Policy Director

IGS Energy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Mental wellbeing support

Family planning assistance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & tuition reimbursement

Job summary

IGS Energy seeks a strategic leader to direct its regulatory and legislative strategy for wholesale electricity markets, interstate natural gas, and transmission policy. You will advocate before FERC, PJM, federal policymakers, and industry stakeholders, shaping policy outcomes and translating complex changes into business actions.

The role requires deep knowledge of energy regulation, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; fields like Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Energy, Engineering, Business preferred.
• JD or Master in Public Policy/Energy preferred for advanced regulatory work.
• Minimum 8 years in legislative/regulatory affairs or 5 years with JD and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop advocacy strategies before FERC, PJM, federal agencies, and legislative bodies.
• Build relationships with regulators, policymakers, industry groups, utilities, and market operators.
• Represent IGS in PJM stakeholder meetings, FERC proceedings, and trade associations.
• Collaborate with external counsel, consultants, lobbyists, and industry partners on filings and initiatives.
• Lead regulatory initiatives related to FERC, PJM, wholesale energy markets, and transmission policy.

Skills

FERC jurisdiction knowledge

Regulatory markets analysis

Regulatory drafting

Advocacy before regulators

Stakeholder relationship building

Strategic regulatory foresight

Cross-functional influence

Independent work management

Project management & analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor or Master in Public Policy/Energy (preferred)

Job description

IGS Energy seeks a strategic leader to direct its regulatory and legislative strategy for wholesale electricity markets, interstate natural gas, and transmission policy. You will advocate before FERC, PJM, federal policymakers, and industry stakeholders, shaping policy outcomes and translating complex changes into business actions.

The role requires deep knowledge of energy regulation, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives in a dynamic