Policy Analyst, Electrification

POSITION SUMMARY 

Energy Innovation is seeking a Policy Analyst to support the Electrification team. The Policy Analyst will conduct research into the technologies and policies that enable the electrification of buildings, transportation, and industry (both in the U.S. and globally). They will conduct data analysis, develop recommendations, and communicate research findings through written reports, visualizations, and presentations to policymakers and non-technical audiences. Candidates should have a strong technical background and quantitative skills, excellent writing and communication skills, some experience working on climate and energy policy, and, ideally, understand electric and gas utility regulation.  
 

OUR COMMITMENT 

Energy Innovation is committed to diversity, equity, & inclusion and to a transparent recruitment process that fosters belonging. Our goal is to hire and advance people regardless of race, gender, ability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, military service, medical condition, and any other protected characteristic under local, state, or federal law. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. 

We are committed to an accessible application process and employee experience. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please email jobs@energyinnovation.org. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
 

Research and Analysis 

• Research policies and technologies that can support the electrification of buildings, transportation, and industrial sectors, as well as the deployment of a clean electricity grid capable of supporting more electric loads 

• Support internal and external efforts to inform electrification policy scenarios and related emissions mitigation pathways 

• Maintain thorough documentation of analysis methods and results using established best practices 

• Identify and work with publicly available databases and research reports containing relevant economic, energy, and environmental data to inform policy insights and research  

• Develop and customize policy recommendations to different geographies reflecting local conditions, government structure, and preexisting policies 

• Support the Senior Electrification Director and the Research Team in the development and implementation of strategic goals and activities. 

 
Communication 

• Synthesize research findings succinctly, clearly, and in a compelling manner that informs decision-making  

• Communicate and present findings in the form of presentations, reports, memos, blogs, research papers, articles, etc. to internal teams and incorporate feedback 

• Develop and deliver presentations to public audiences  

• Create and incorporate data graphics into written material 

• Respond to media inquiries and participate in media opportunities (i.e., interviews, podcasts, TV, radio, writing bylines or blogs, and social media)  

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS 

• This role requires at least 3-4+ years of experience in energy and climate policy analysis, including an understanding of technical research and experience interpreting legislation and/or regulations 

• Understanding of the fundamentals of scientific and technical subject matter relating to environmental systems, climate change, energy technologies, and policy design 

• Demonstrated excellence in writing about complex technical subjects for a non-technical audience 

• Experience and demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Excel (data sets, data analysis) 

• Knowledge of U.S. or international politics related to climate 

• Effective and flexible interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills for technical and policy audiences 

• Deep interest, passion, and commitment to reducing climate change 

• Ability to prioritize and be flexible in a fast-paced, constantly evolving, and collaborative environment 

• Willingness to travel  

• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial, but able to work well on a team  

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and be flexible in a fast-paced, constantly evolving and collaborative environment  
   

Preferred experience 

• Familiarity with or experience doing economic analysis on the impact of policy or technologies on the energy system or consumers  

• Familiarity with energy systems or policy models, such as the Energy Policy Simulator (EPS) and others  

• Experience in the electrification of buildings, transportation, or industry  

• Experience with power sector policies and regulations, and their interplay with electrification 

• Experience working with utility regulators and familiarity with utility regulation  

• Experience working with US or international policies related to climate 

• Experience with media, including print, radio, and podcasts  

SALARY  

We provide a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The target national salary range is $80,000 - $90,000 with adjustments made for people in higher-expense markets, i.e. the San Francisco Bay Area and Washington D.C. Currently, all staff local to the San Francisco and DC offices go into the office one to three days a week. Equity is incredibly important to the organization, and a pay audit for equity is completed annually.   

BENEFITS 

Energy Innovation provides a comprehensive benefits package. The benefits include: 

• Up to 100% of premium paid for medical, dental, and vision 

• Short term and long term disability insurance 

• Company sponsored life insurance and voluntary life 

• Carrot fertility and family planning benefits 

• Student loan repayment assistance 

• 401k retirement plan with a company match contribution 

• Annual professional development budget 

• Internet, cell phone, and health & wellness reimbursement 

• 14 paid holidays and four weeks of paid time off (PTO) 

• Paid parental leave, jury duty, and bereavement 

• Public transportation benefit options for office staff 

• Regular staff lunches and team building activities 

• SF and DC office stocked with healthy snacks and beverages 

• An innovative, collaborative, welcoming work culture 

ABOUT US 

Climate change is governed by physical facts—about carbon sources, accumulation, impacts, and timing. It’s also caused by economic and political systems that have led to a fossil fuel dependent energy system. These facts must inform strategy: they show that avoiding dangerous climate change is only possible through strong policy to cut carbon, promptly, in the biggest countries.  

To address these issues, Energy Innovation: Policy and Technology LLC (Energy Innovation) was established in 2012 as a clean energy and environmental policy firm to provide timely research and analysis on low-carbon energy policy options to policy makers, thought leaders, and members of the media. The Energy Innovation team has expertise in clean energy, industry, transportation, buildings, technological innovation, and energy policy design. In addition to conducting policy research, Energy Innovation also works with clients to inform philanthropic investments into technology and advocacy that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.