Policy Associate

Vanguard Energy Partners, LLC is seeking a Policy Associate in Somerville, NJ to support regulatory requirements for renewable energy projects. Responsibilities include monitoring legislation, filing applications, reviewing project documents, and coordinating with technical teams. The ideal candidate should have attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a background in environmental policy. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and analytical skills.
Policy Associate

Description
The policy associate is responsible for supporting all aspects of the regulatory requirements for renewable energy projects nationally. They will monitor pending legislation on both federal and State levels, noting trends and key market impacts. They will assist in the filing of requisite applications and submittals to the appropriate AHJ’s, including but not limited to local ISO/RTO’s, State Agencies, FERC, the US Treasury and local electrical distribution companies (EDC). Familiarity with the energy market is preferred.

Job Responsibilities
• Prepare and submit applications for incentives to the applicable AHJ’s.
• Assist Business Development and Estimating in reviewing projects for interconnection and incentive viability.
• Review project documents for conformance with applicable Inflation Reduction requirements.
• Coordinate with designers, estimators, and engineers on specific technical requirements for interconnection and incentives for project’s locality.
• Responsible for accuracy of the information in final submittals to the appropriate AHJ’s.
• Manage all department documents, plans & specifications, application documents, technical documentation from manufacturers, etc.
• Prepare presentations, meeting materials and company newsletter on incentives, interconnection and federal policy changes that impact the renewable energy market.
• Assist estimating in determining potential utility upgrade costs.
• Track pending legislation in the markets specified by the Dir. of Engineering & Regulatory Affairs.
• Any other administrative duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Engineering & Regulatory Affairs.
Requirements
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Policy, Public Policy or Environmental Law preferred
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Adept at math with a strong technical background
• Technical and legal writing skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Keen analytical and critical thinking skills
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Ability to quickly adapt to change and evolving market requirements
• Proactivity and self- direction
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Outlook and Microsoft office knowledge required with a heavy emphasis on excel
• Experience using a CRMs and/or Construction Management tool like Procore, a plus but not required

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