Director, Western Markets

The Clean Energy Buyers Alliance is seeking a Director for Western Markets to oversee programs and electricity markets in the Western U.S. This role involves advocating for clean energy policies, managing stakeholder relationships, and leading a team. Responsibilities include program execution, budget management, and engagement with regulatory bodies. The position requires leadership in developing resources and facilitating discussions among clean energy customers and policymakers.
Join to apply for the Director, Western Markets role at Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA)Be among the first 25 applicants_____________________________________________________________________________Position Title: Director, Western MarketsSupervisor: Senior Director, Market & Policy InnovationDepartment/Division: US ProgramsHours: 40 hours workweek (exempt)Location: Western United StatesSalary range: $130,900 - $208,800; exclusive of annual bonus and 401(k)_____________________________________________________________________________Position OverviewThe Clean Energy Buyer’s Association (“CEBA”) works to solve the toughest market and policy barriers and deploy solutions for large energy customers to pursue clean energy and decarbonize the grid.The Director of Western Markets will support the Senior Director of Market & Policy Innovation within the US Policy team and oversee the day-to-day work of CEBA for west-related programs and electricity markets. As developing our people is extremely important, the Director is also expected to be a people leader, will assist the Senior Director with funding development, budgeting, and actively engage the CEBA membership and Clean Energy Buyers Institute (“CEBI”) community.Core Responsibilities:Lead execution of assigned programmatic prioritiesAdvocate for CEBA’s positions with regulatory agencies, policymakers, and other state decision makers, including managing CEBA’s public commentsIdentify opportunities, such as state level commission dockets, for large energy customer engagement that accelerate market expansion for clean, firm resourcesBuild and join coalitions to advance key goalsDevelop and grow relationships with key stakeholders in the West to expand CEBA outreach and ability to influence market and access to clean, firm resourcesLead CEBA’s Western Working Group and utilize workshops, meetings, webinars, and other convening opportunities to advance programmatic goalsLead and/or support in the development of authoritative resources, including guiding principles, primers, white papers, guidance documents, policy principles, and frameworks, as well as thought leadership pieces informed by energy customers and industry expertsManage consultants and other technical experts in the execution of work and co-create thought leadership and recommendationsLead clean energy customer engagement that drives policy and advocacy solutions for advancing market access and design in the Western regionThe Director shall also:Provide direction and lead the teamInform programmatic budgets for the Western region to assist the Senior Director in managing overall Market & Policy Innovation team budgetsLead the development of grant deliverablesCollaborate and engage with stakeholdersCollaborate with others in the organization to share best practices and support each other’s workLead communications and relationship development with advisory committees, working groups, policy teams and other ad hoc committeesLead convenings and education of clean energy customers and other stakeholders on the benefits of well-designed markets in the WestParticipate in industry conferences, convenings, etc. and be capable of speaking to the organization’s strategic visionSupport large energy customer participation in high level meetings, such as with Governors, Lt. Governors, legislatures, state energy offices, and/or Commissions, that highlight how affordability, jobs, reliability, and resiliency can be maximized through clean energyQualifications:Required:17+ years’ experience if no higher education or12+ years’ experience and Bachelor’s degree or8+ years’ experience and Master's DegreeAdditional:Experience working in Western states on issues related to clean energy development or procurement requiredKnowledge related to corporate, industrial, and institutional clean energy procurement preferredEstimated 20-30% travel is required in this role (will vary based on location of successful candidate)Direct experience with public utility commission, rulemaking, and state and federal policy issues regarding wholesale marketsExperience with multi-stakeholder consultation processes, coalitions, and initiativesA commitment to CEBA’s core values of respect, integrity, service, and excellenceDemonstrated knowledge and/or professional experience with wholesale energy markets and/or clean energy policy in Western statesDemonstrated effective communication (verbal and written)Physical Demands:Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerCommunicate verbally and in written form with great facultyTo Apply:To be considered for this opportunity, please provide a résumé and cover letter.Our Salary and Benefits:We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that aims to develop a world-class team by holistically supporting the individual. CEBA also offers eligibility to participate in our annual bonus/ incentive plan based on both organizational and individual performance. CEBA believes that supporting all employees to have a full life, inside and outside of work, results in a team that feels personally engaged in CEBA’s success.Benefits We Offer You:401(k), with 5% employer matchHighly Flexible PTOQuality Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, with substantial employer subsidy, including domestic partnersLife, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term DisabilityGenerous Parental and Guardianship LeaveCasual Work Environment, with flexible hoursAt CEBA You Belong:Our members come from all walks of life, and so do we. Our commitment to a zero-carbon energy system is for everyone, and so too is our workplace.CEBA is committed to maintaining a workplace where all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. This commitment is embodied in company policy and the way we do business at CEBA and is an important principle of sound business management.Inclusion goes beyond diversity. All CEBA staff shall be committed to accepting and encouraging different perspectives. Creative solutions to tough problems are fostered by respectful challenges of one another’s thoughts and assumptions. CEBA is committed to being open to a variety of cultural practices and norms.Achieving CEBA’s vision of a resilient, zero-carbon energy system requires creative problem-solving and a wide range of perspectives; CEBA knows that diversity not only makes our organization stronger but also is foundational to our mission success.About the Organizations:Together, the Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA) and the Clean Energy Buyers Institute (CEBI) share a collective vision of customer-driven clean energy for all. These organizations form an inclusive community of energy customers, clean energy providers, service providers, NGOs, philanthropies, and clean energy thought-leaders. Our aspiration is to achieve a 90% carbon-free U.S. electricity system by 2030 and to cultivate a global community of energy customers driving clean energy.The Clean Energy Buyers Association is a business association with a mission to activate a community of energy customers and partners to deploy market and policy solutions for a carbon-free energy system. The Clean Energy Buyers Institute is a public benefit charity with a mission dedicated to solving the toughest market and policy barriers to achieving a carbon-free energy system.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionProject Management, Strategy/Planning, and Business DevelopmentIndustries: Services for Renewable Energy#J-18808-Ljbffr