Position Summary
Supports the development and implementation of energy efficiency (EE) programs across all Washington Gas jurisdictions (MD, VA, DC) by managing planning activities, pilot implementation, and strategic initiatives as part of the EE Strategic Services team.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Supports the implementation of EE programs and initiatives that achieve corporate strategy objectives and state energy and climate policy goals.
Serves in a project management capacity by coordinating and managing various planning, design, and regulatory compliance activities for a broad array of EE programs that are implemented across multiple market segments and within multiple regulatory frameworks.
Contributes to the development and maintenance of analytical program models and forecasting of key performance indicators (KPI’s) such as energy savings, greenhouse gas (GHG) abatement, customer participation, and cost-effectiveness.
Maintains a strong subject matter expertise of natural gas energy efficiency by collaborating closely with EE program managers, as well as the marketing and data analytics teams supporting EE programs.
Conducts routine market research and analysis to identify and evaluate novel technologies, initiatives, entities, and program methodologies that are relevant to EE and GHG abatement.
Supports the development and delivery of all EE-related analytical and research products such as potential studies, case studies, and pilot program filings.
Leads the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Company’s EmPOWER Maryland pilot initiatives by carrying out various vendor, contractual, and program management assignments.
Maintains visibility and understanding of various statutes, legislation, and policies that are relevant to the planning and development of EE programs and GHG abatement initiatives.
Attends various regulatory workgroups, stakeholder forums, and industry events that are relevant to strategic EE program planning and development.
Routinely coordinates on shared projects and priorities with staff in other areas of the organization that the EE programs depend upon, such as Regulatory Affairs, Public Policy, and the Office of General Counsel (OGC).
Performs other projects or special assignments as required.
Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in a business, environmental, or policy related discipline.
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience. Experience can be used in lieu of education.
Strong proficiency in the components, characteristics, and applications that relate to the concept of energy efficiency.
Conceptual understanding of the science related to climate change and the various methods to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Experience in an analytical, planning, or project management role within the energy sector.
Demonstrated ability to present ideas logically and concisely to diverse internal and external audiences at all organizational levels, both verbally and in writing.
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to develop and implement business cases to meet overall program objectives.
Well-developed organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skillsets.
Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities
Graduate degree in a business, environmental, or policy related discipline.
Strong familiarity with reporting, filing, and hearing procedures relevant to state regulatory bodies.
Project Management experience with innovative technologies and/or pilots.
General understanding of and exposure to energy and climate policies at the local, state, and federal level.
Basic proficiency of data visualization software applications (Microsoft Power BI, Tableau)
Utility EE program experience preferred
We offer a competitive salary range of $94,000 to $136,000 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply
Why work at AltaGas?
AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provides affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.
We deliver affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.
To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL
For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.
U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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What We Do
We are a leading North American infrastructure company connecting customers and markets to affordable and reliable sources of energy.
Every day, we leverage the strength of our people and our assets to connect our customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers, to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, to markets around the world.
With a strong portfolio of assets in some of the fastest growing energy markets, including a prominent position in the Montney basin and Utilities in key U.S. jurisdictions, we are developing an integrated footprint capable of delivering sustained value to shareholders and customers for many years to come.
