Interim Energy Solutions Executive

The Interim Energy Solutions Executive at New Hampshire Electric Cooperative, Inc. will oversee energy efficiency and environmental programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with strategic goals. Responsibilities include budget preparation, program evaluation, and collaboration with industry organizations. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and seven years of relevant experience. The position is based in Plymouth, NH.
Position Summary:

Reporting to the VP of Member Engagement, the Energy Solutions Executive will develop, direct, and oversee the design, monitoring and evaluation and regulatory process of energy efficiency and social and environmental responsibility program offerings that benefit participants and NHEC as a whole to ensure alignment with NHEC’s strategic intent that meet regulatory requirements both currently and in the future. They will also investigate, develop, and recommend programs, initiatives and short and long goals for measurement that keep pace with or exceed current and developing energy policy.

Responsibilities:
• Develops, recommends, and oversees regulatory aspects of NHEC’s NHSaves Energy Efficiency, RGGI, and Social/Environmental programs, presenting for approval to the VP of Member Engagement and NH Public Utilities Commission.
• Represents NHEC and its members’ interests in NHSaves Energy Efficiency and RGGI programs to the PUC and participates in cross-utility and stakeholder teams for energy efficiency plan development and regulatory issues.
• Prepares the fiscal year energy efficiency budget and benefit-cost analysis, ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements for Core Energy Efficiency and RGGI programs.
• Oversees program administrators managing various energy efficiency initiatives, including Energy Star, Home Performance, C&I Retrofit, Load Management, and Distributed Energy Resources like solar and geothermal.
• Ensures accurate reporting for NHSaves, Forward Capacity Market (FCM), and regulatory filings to PUC, NHEC Board, ISO New England, DOE, and other entities.
• Supports NHEC’s participation in ISO-NE’s FCM by submitting qualification packages, participating in FCA Auctions, overseeing certification, and maintaining required documentation.
• Establishes evaluation plans to assess energy efficiency program effectiveness, ensuring compliance with ISO-NE requirements and overseeing external contractors conducting program evaluations.
• Develops relationships with service suppliers and contractors to enhance program value and service for NHEC.
• Engages with industry organizations such as the Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Energy Board, Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnership, and Consortium for Energy Efficiency.
• Collaborates on Social and Environmental projects to help NHEC members reduce energy consumption and costs.
• Ensures regulatory compliance by coordinating annual DOE audits and periodic internal/ISO M&V audits.
• Assists with strategic planning and legislative activities to guide program development.
• Supports NHEC’s Balanced Scorecard objectives and financial goals by contributing to budget and program planning.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Education and Experience:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or Business Management. Advanced degree required.
• Seven (7) years’ experience in developing and implementing a wide range of programs, products and services which impact members. These programs, products and services would include but not be limited to energy efficiency, renewable energy, account management, load growth and retention, and technical support.
• Must be able to effectively lead across a wide range of disciplines including engineering, project/program management, field operations as well as cross functionally within other divisions.
• Two (2) years as a People Leader. Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide staff, allocate resources effectively, and drive results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:
• Prior experience in a utility environment.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency while maintaining seamless service.
• In-depth knowledge of the energy consumer’s fuel-blind value chain, from commodity supply to end use.
• Expertise in developing market-driven energy solutions and building business infrastructure to support profitable programs, products, and services.
• Understanding of electric utility infrastructure, operations, and support to implement optimal energy solutions

All NHEC Staff:
• Embody NHEC core values and encourage others to do so as well.

Power Restoration
• Assistance with power restoration is required of all employees.
• Employees will be assigned functions to support power restoration and for some employees that may be different from their normal duties.
• Such assistance may require working nights, weekends and holidays which may involve considerable extra hours.
• In order to meet this working condition, all employees are required to provide a personal phone number where they may be reached after hours. This number will only be used for internal purposes.

Safety
• Safety shall be an integral part of every employee’s job and includes being proactively aware of potential hazards not only to themselves but also their co-workers and general public.
• Safety is at the forefront of everything we do at NHEC, therefore becoming ingrained within our culture. NHEC is committed to the safety of our employee’s, members, and general public.

Professional Development
• Take proactive steps towards personal and professional growth, seeking out opportunities for skill enhancement and staying abreast of industry trends.

Working Conditions:

Normal office conditions, occasional overtime may be required. Positions eligible for a hybrid work schedule will be dependent upon management approval & workload, however on-site office work in the Plymouth, NH area will be required.

Will be required to work long hours on occasions, especially during major system outages. Limited travel required in the performance of work responsibilities and representing NHEC at various professional and association meetings.

ADA physical and environmental factors.
• Prolonged sitting or standing
• Weather Conditions
• Member Facing

Additional Information

Review of applications will begin March 21, 2025, and will continue until the position has been filled, or otherwise closed. Please be prepared to provide a resume and cover letter to complete your application. Any application not containing a resume and cover letter will be considered incomplete.

Compensation:

NHEC views compensation in a holistic and transparent manner. We are committed to providing our employees with work-life integration, generous time off, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and additional programs that enhance our employees and members lives.

The targeted salary range for this position is $132,109.39-150,931.62 with anticipated pay for new hires between the entry and midpoint of this range and could vary above and below the listed range. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of NHEC’s total compensation package for employees.

The Organization:

Headquartered in Plymouth, New Hampshire, NHEC is the largest member-owned electric cooperative in New England, providing electric utility service to consumers and businesses in 115 communities throughout New Hampshire. There are 220+ employees serving our members, which is at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make, and our mission is to provide our members access to affordable, reliable electric service options that support and simplify their lives. The electric utility industry is currently undergoing enormous change as consumers look for new ways to manage energy costs through renewable energy, distributed energy resources such as solar arrays and battery storage, energy efficiency, electric vehicles, and energy-related apps on smart devices.

There is much to be proud of in our existing organization, and a genuine enthusiasm for what the future holds. It is an environment in which individual leadership and initiative are highly valued and encouraged, and success is viewed as a shared accomplishment to be celebrated by all. Ensuring our members have the energy they need, the information they want, and a partner they can trust is what makes us difference. We invite you to learn more about the impact you can have by exploring our website at www.nhec.com.

It is NHEC’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. NHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, family care status, veteran status, military service, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.

NHEC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Job Classification: People Leader

Safety Sensitive: No

Pay Grade:15