Senior Policy Analyst (Energy Affordability)

TL;DR

Senior Policy Analyst (Energy Affordability): Providing technical leadership on utility regulation and electricity markets with an accent on reducing consumer costs and improving energy affordability. Focus on analyzing rate cases, developing policy recommendations, and advocating before federal and state regulatory bodies.

Location: Hybrid; Must be based in one of the following US states: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, or Washington DC

Salary: $105,000 - $130,000 (depending on location)

Company

An independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to a fair and just marketplace through rigorous testing and evidence-based advocacy.

What you will do

• Serve as a subject matter expert on utility regulation, ratepayer impacts, and energy affordability issues.
• Analyze utility rate cases, integrated resource plans, and investment proposals to identify consumer impacts.
• Develop policy recommendations and advocacy strategies for regulatory proceedings and legislative initiatives.
• Translate complex technical and regulatory energy issues into clear, accessible materials for consumers and policymakers.
• Advocate before Congress, federal agencies, and public utility commissions.
• Collaborate with research and journalism teams to influence energy decisions at state and national levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Advanced degree in engineering, law, or economics preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in utility regulation, energy policy, utility economics, or related fields.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and persuasion skills.
• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the US (no sponsorship provided).

Culture & Benefits

• Medical benefits starting on day one, including behavioral health coverage and family planning.
• Generous 401K match.
• Commitment to fair, transparent, and market-informed compensation.
• Inclusive workplace focusing on equal opportunity and a just environment.