Planning Manager

The Alaska Energy Authority is seeking a Planning Manager in Anchorage, AK, to work with the Director of Planning on renewable energy programs and project financing. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and five years of experience in economic and financial analysis. The role involves managing projects to reduce energy costs in Alaska and overseeing direct reports.
Our Planning Manager, this position works in conjunction with the Director of Planning, on initiating, planning, implementing, evaluating, and managing renewable, efficiency, and emerging energy technology programs. The position also initiates, plans, implements, and evaluates project financing including grants and administration of the Power Project Loan Fund (PPF) program.

We're looking for someone who has a Bachelor's degree in economics, energy systems, engineering, or natural resources, and five years of experience conducting economic and financial analysis.



Distinguishing Characteristics:

· Range 23: Bachelor's degree in economics, energy systems, engineering, or natural resources, and five years of experience conducting economic and financial analysis.

· Range 24: Demonstrates a solid understanding of the position.

· Range 25: Oversees and manages direct report(s).

Company DescriptionAbout Alaska Energy Authority
The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is a public corporation of the State of Alaska governed by a board of directors with the mission to “reduce the cost of energy in Alaska.” AEA is the state's energy office and lead agency for statewide energy policy and program development.

Whether building modern and code-compliant bulk fuel tank farms, upgrading to high-efficiency generators in rural powerhouse systems or integrating renewable energy projects, AEA emphasizes community-based project management. AEA’s core programs work to diversify Alaska’s energy portfolio, lead energy planning and policy, invest in Alaska’s energy infrastructure, and provide rural Alaska with technical and community assistance.

AEA also manages the Renewable Energy Fund, the Emerging Energy Technology Fund, the Power Cost Equalization Program and various Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs. AEA provides grants and loans for qualified energy infrastructure projects and also owns energy infrastructure for the benefit of Alaskans.