Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities · 14 hours ago
Energy Analyst - Electric Power Division
Boston, MA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$77K/yr - $113K/yr
4+ years expThe Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities is dedicated to overseeing investor-owned electric power and ensuring safety and reliability in the energy sector. They are seeking an Energy Analyst to support the Electric Power Division in providing reliable and cost-effective electric supply, promoting clean energy initiatives, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Review petitions filed by electric utility companies and provide technical support on matters such as competitive supply, basic service, ratemaking, energy efficiency, grid modernization, advanced metering infrastructure, electric vehicle infrastructure, net metering, long-term contracts, utility owned solar and storage, the interconnection of renewable energy, service quality, and vegetation management
Execute analyses and procedural steps and participate in discovery and the drafting of DPU orders, decisions, and other correspondence. Work collaboratively with EPD staff as well as staff and management from other DPU divisions, particularly Rates, Legal, Consumer, and Regional and Federal Affairs
Plan and develop regulations and guidelines for programs overseen by the EPD, and evaluate the technical merits of regulations, guidelines and programs to ensure that DPU goals are being meet
Provide recommendations and technical assistance to consumers, municipalities, and other governmental agencies on regulatory and policy strategies, including impacts of competitive markets, rate design, infrastructure investments, incentive programs, and pilot data collection methods and strategies as well as the technical adequacy and impact of existing laws, rules and regulations
Review and make recommendations on the technical and economic aspects of proposed legislation and regulations on regulated utilities
Develop and recommend changes in the planning components of carbon emissions, energy resources, distribution planning and rate or incentive design policies
Represent the DPU and Commission in external meetings or stakeholder groups (e.g. MA‑DOER, MassCEC), while following the established ex-parte rules and polices
Other duties as assigned by the Director or Assistant Directors of the EPD
Qualification
Required
methodically gather, assimilate, and analyze data and information in documents to identify gaps and inconsistencies, make appropriate inquiries, draw conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations
conduct quantitative analysis using Microsoft Excel, including developing and analyzing complex formulas, creating pivot tables, and constructing dynamic summary charts and tables to inform staff analysis
effectively conduct research on the effect of energy and environmental policies on key stakeholders and Massachusetts consumers
give written and oral instructions in a precise and understandable manner
work productively and effectively both in a team environment and individually
give careful attention to detail, check work, verify results
write clearly and concisely following Department style guide and example documents, with thorough documentation of sources in the evidentiary record
effectively organize work, and be able to prioritize and complete multiple assignments occurring simultaneously
use sound judgement
solve problems, devise techniques, and develop policy recommendations using existing precedent or guidelines
Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in the field of economics, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below
Preferred
experience in the energy or utility industry with knowledge or demonstrated interest in at least one of the following areas: energy policy, markets, and technology, particularly in renewables and distributed generation
energy efficiency, demand response, and electrification
energy affordability, income eligible programs, or energy burden
sustainability planning and implementation, including climate action and emission reduction plans and programs, greenhouse gas/carbon emissions inventory and reporting, energy use curtailment, green building
utility, public utility commission, or regulatory work
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits
Employee Benefits and Rewards
Company
Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities
We're hiring! The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities is responsible for regulating public utility companies that distribute electric power, natural gas, water, and oversee transportation safety for the Commonwealth.
Founded in 1885Boston, Massachusetts, US
51-200 employees
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