Program Analyst

Allegheny Science & Technology (AST) is seeking a Program Analyst to provide programmatic, analytical, and stakeholder coordination support to federal program offices responsible for energy infrastructure, grid modernization, and related policy initiatives. This includes a particular focus on the Applied Grid Transformation Solutions (AGTS) Program, which tests and validates innovative grid technologies prior to their deployment in the field, increases awareness of advanced grid solutions that can meet pressing industry needs, and drives standards that promote U.S. leadership, innovations, and grid technologies in global markets. AGTS provides industry with the data, insights, and support to inform grid transformation, assess infrastructure investments, and advance U.S. interests and influence in critical grid supply chains through three subprogram areas Transformation Toolkit, Testbed Network, and Strategic Pilots & Evaluation.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

Program Management Support

• Coordinate program/team meetings: Schedule weekly and ad-hoc meetings with team members including drafting agenda as needed; Develop and distribute meeting notes with key updates, accomplishments, and action items.

• Monitor and analyze program progress, impacts, and related programs: Maintain situational awareness of related programs and activities within OE and across DOE, especially at CMEI and CESER, to deconflict and coordinate: Develop and refine program objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and analyze progress and impacts, including synthesizing project updates and quarterly progress reports.

• Draft communication strategy, materials, and required forms/templates for the AGTS program and projects: Identify high impact events and opportunities to amplify program impacts; Coordinate with the OE Comms team, other contractors, performers, national labs, and OE staff to develop graphics, branding, and materials; Develop talking points, presentations, and fact sheets as needed for the program and program areas; Draft updates for the AGTS webpage as needed.

Project Management Support

• Review project proposal annual operating plans (AOPs)/statements of work (SOWs) and quarterly performance reports (QPRs) to ensure consistency and accuracy of information per template guidance.

• Track project progress according to AOPs/SOWs, communicating with project performers, setting up bi-weekly, quarterly, and ad-hoc meetings as needed.

• Develop and distribute meeting notes with key updates, accomplishments, and action items.

• Records management support: Manage and organize project files and deliverables according to OE records management guidelines.

Stakeholder/Ecosystem Management and Tracking

• Tracking and Cataloging: Organize and update information related to AGTS program contacts: Support update and development of ecosystem mapping resources, such as the Grid Testbed Inventory, Innovative Utility Scan, including through use of ArcGIS and other tools.

• Outreach Support: Manage engagement with DOE, interagency, and external contacts, including identifying new contacts with AGTS equities; Organize and support meetings, including developing meeting notes and key action items.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, 4-9 years of experience – additional years of experience or post-graduate degrees may be substituted for education or experience requirements

• 2 years of experience supporting the Department of Energy in a similar capacity and 3 years of experience supporting federal customers in a similar capacity, such as:

  • Experience working with federal energy programs, state energy offices, or electric utility stakeholders.

  • Experience supporting stakeholder engagement initiatives or intergovernmental coordination activities.

  • Familiarity with federal grant programs or cooperative agreements related to infrastructure or energy programs.

• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to a non-technical audience; track and synthesize insights from industry trends, projects, and activities; and track, organize, and coordinate diverse programs, projects, and activities.

• Knowledge of U.S. energy policy, electric grid modernization initiatives, or state energy programs.

• Strong analytical, research, and program coordination capabilities.

• Familiarity with technology commercialization and adoption pathways in the utility industry, including grid technology testing, evaluation, standards, and associated regulations.

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize meeting discussions and research findings clearly and concisely.

Other Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Ability to successfully complete a DOE background investigation (e.g., DHS Public Trust).

• This position is primarily remote, but candidates must be within commutable distance to Washington, D.C. and must be willing to go onsite during standard business hours as needed.

Multiple factors contribute to determining the final pay for a position. These include, but are not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and competencies that align with the specific role, geographic location, educational background, and contract provisions related to labor categories specific to the position. We are committed to offering a competitive compensation package that reflects the value and expertise that each candidate brings to our team. 

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is $100,000 - $150,000.