Senior Principal – Western Markets, Regulatory Policy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead the implementation of United's strategy regarding the development of the Western wholesale electricity market and associated initiatives.

• Collaborate with the Senior Director to develop and refine strategic plans.

• Act as a representative for Advanced Energy United at various regional and state forums.

• Monitor and evaluate policy, regulatory, and governance changes that impact Western electricity markets and regional transmission planning.

• Analyze market design proposals and formulate regulatory comments, testimonies, policy briefs, and technical analyses.

• Prepare communications updates for members and partners.

• Organize the Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Sector within ROWE's Stakeholder Representatives Committee.

• Establish sector structure and processes with both member and non-member companies.

• Select or serve as the DER Sector representative on the Stakeholder Representatives Committee.

• Monitor and participate in initiatives related to regional transmission planning.

• Cultivate relationships with policymakers, utilities, market operators, member companies, coalition partners, and stakeholders.

• Coordinate efforts with coalition allies and internal policy teams.

• Support initiatives focused on transmission planning, resource adequacy, interconnection reform, and wholesale market modernization.

• Identify media opportunities in collaboration with the communications team.

• Write blogs, draft press releases, and engage in webinars and other external activities.

• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the strategic planning of the organization.

• Travel as necessary, up to 25%, for stakeholder meetings, conferences, and related activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in economics, engineering, public policy, law, environmental policy, or a related field.

• An advanced degree is preferred, or equivalent additional market experience may be considered.

• Over 5 years of professional experience in energy policy, with some focus on wholesale electricity markets, utility regulation, or transmission.

• Familiarity with Western wholesale electricity markets and regional market design is advantageous.

• Exceptional analytical, writing, and presentation skills are essential.

• Experience in policy analysis utilizing legal, economic, or engineering frameworks to construct compelling arguments.

• An entrepreneurial mindset, performance-driven orientation, adaptable attitude, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• U.S. residency is required.

• A strong preference for residency in the Western region.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% within the region.

• Capability to fulfill the specified physical requirements, with reasonable accommodations available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work opportunities and flexible scheduling.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.

• Full coverage of medical premiums for employees at 100%.

• Flexible spending options for health care and dependent care.

• Profit-sharing opportunities.

• Annual merit-based increases in compensation.

• $75 per month reimbursement for personal wellness expenses.

• $50 per month phone stipend.

• Up to $200 reimbursement for home office setup costs.

• Accrued Paid Time Off.

• 11 federal holidays.

• Annual closure at the end of the year.

• Parental Leave provisions.

• Reimbursement for professional development expenses.

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.

• WMATA Transit Smart Benefits available for employees in DC, MD, and VA.