Manager, Energy Policy Analysis

2 months ago

Arlington, Virginia, United States American Public Power Association Full time

The American Public Power Association (APPA) is looking for a Manager, Energy Policy Analysis & Reliability Standards to exercise both technical analysis skills and sound policy analysis. This individual will lead APPA's efforts to advance electric reliability and grid security policies at the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and other federal regulatory agencies, and industry organizations. This person will conduct analysis, including technical assessments, of assigned regulatory and policy issues. The Manager will assist in formulating APPA positions, develop reasoned arguments in support of APPA member interests, and present APPA positions to NERC, FERC, and other policymakers. This person will also conduct research and analysis of current and anticipated issues of importance to APPA members and engages in related member outreach.

Please note: This is not a remote position . Candidates must be in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area . APPA offers a flexible work schedule for full-time employees, and the option for telework is available after 2 months of employment (with supervisor approval).

  • Coordinate NERC policy position development with APPA members, NERC management, and other industry trade associations.
  • Review, analyze, and comment on technical documents and reliability standards produced by NERC and FERC.
  • Attend and report on meetings of all relevant NERC committees, working groups, and standard drafting teams.
  • Participate as an APPA representative in selected NERC committees, working groups, and standard drafting teams.
  • Assist in formulating APPA's policy positions on FERC-related issues, including, but not limited to, matters involving electric reliability and grid security, and develop and execute strategies to advance those positions.
  • Communicate with APPA members, including through periodic conference calls, to receive APPA member input on issues within the scope of responsibility.
  • Organize and/or participate in meetings with the leadership and staffs of NERC, FERC, and other entities relating to electric reliability, grid security, and other regulatory issues.
  • Represent APPA through formal addresses and presentations to government agencies, member and industry groups, and other organizations and coalitions.
  • Analyze legislation and regulations and coordinate with appropriate APPA staff, as necessary.
  • Conceive, develop, oversee, and participate in technical programs for APPA workshops and conferences, including National Conference, Legal & Regulatory Conference, committee workshops, and utility education courses.
  • Manage relevant APPA Engage Communities.
  • Undertake assignments as directed by the APPA Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Communications & General Counsel and/or Senior Regulatory Counsel. Requirements
    • Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or related discipline from a four-year college or university is required; Graduate degree in public policy or J.D. preferred
    • Five to seven years of experience in engineering, regulatory and/or policy analysis field (or two to five years plus a graduate degree).
    • Knowledge of electric reliability issues and familiarity with NERC mandatory electric reliability standards
    • General knowledge of electric reliability compliance practices.
    • General knowledge of federal regulatory, administrative, and legislative processes.
    • Ability to analyze complex regulatory, technical, and economic issues and develop solutions.
    • Ability to present ideas clearly both orally and in written form.
    • Ability to work independently.
    • Ability to organize and manage inter-departmental working groups.
    • Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with personnel of member utilities, state and federal agencies, and other trade associations and interest groups.
    • Ability to travel out of town up to 15% of the year to support APPA's conferences, events, and meetings.
    • Experience participating in NERC committees and/or experience with electric utility compliance programs is preferred.
    • Knowledge of the organization and operations of the electric utility industry and the unique position of public power within the industry is preferred.

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