Energy Economist​/Policy Analyst II

The Intelligence and National Security Alliance is hiring an Energy Economist/Policy Analyst II to design and evaluate energy and climate programs. The role involves analyzing energy data, managing technical studies, and engaging with industry leaders. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in the energy sector and a degree in economics or public policy. The position is hybrid, allowing for remote work or office presence in Reston, VA.
Position: Energy Economist / Policy Analyst II

Energy Economist / Policy Analyst II

Location:

Reston, VA / Arlington, VA (hybrid)

LOB/Portfolio: CET/EA

Want to design, develop, and evaluate energy and climate programs, and engage with industry leaders to save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions? You can solve the most challenging issues facing the energy industry today while informing the future of global energy use.

ICF is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated candidate to support clients on a range of energy and climate policy issues that may include energy planning and system modernization to meet clean energy, storage, and electrification goals. The candidate will have familiarity with energy sector planning and a basic understanding of electric sector operations. A successful candidate will have familiarity with integrated system and resource planning, utility rate making and cost allocation, and federal/state energy policy.

This position may be remote or based in our Reston, VA headquarters office in a hybrid work environment. Successful candidates will support the development of solutions to support the creation of energy and decarbonization programs. They will be part of a team that builds and maintains relationships with key market actors, reviews and analyzes energy and emissions data, develops marketing material that recognizes market leadership, and collaborates with other team members and clients to develop national, regional, and local strategies to increase participation in energy programs.
What

you will be doing

This position will entail working independently and with senior staff on a wide range of energy- and policy-related projects. Comfort and/or experience with utility regulatory filings is a plus. Background providing consulting or related advisory services is also a plus.
• Managing and supporting technical studies that evaluate energy impacts and benefits
• Preparing, reviewing, updating, and presenting technical reports
• Providing project support including technical assistance, analyzing scientific data, and quality-controlling work products and client deliverables
• Performing quantitative problem-solving, data collection and analysis, and managing large datasets
• Writing reports for technical and general audiences
• Reviewing literature, conducting research, and synthesizing findings into concise and well-written summaries
• Interacting with clients
• Preparing presentations, reports, memoranda, and other communication materials
• Translating technical topics into terms that are meaningful to more general audiences
What you need to have
• 5+ years of relevant experience in the electricity and natural gas industries
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, public policy, or a related field
Preferred Skills/Experience
• Master’s degree in economics, public policy, or a related field is preferred
• Combination of engineering and economics degrees is beneficial
• Experience with project management, business development, and/or client development
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies/regulations affecting the energy sector is preferred
• Experience with advanced programming and data analytic skills
• In-depth understanding of energy commodity markets, utility regulation, and economic valuation
• Understanding of power and natural gas utility sector planning methods
• Knowledge of existing and emerging technologies impacting the power and natural gas sectors
• Understanding of energy demand drivers
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and self-motivation
• Capable of effectively communicating technical material to a lay audience
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., the suite of Microsoft applications)
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under strict deadlines
Working at ICF

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