Senior Energy Policy Analyst with an interest in offshore wind energy

The Schatz Energy Research Center at Cal Poly Humboldt seeks a Senior Energy Policy Analyst to lead offshore wind energy research. This full-time position focuses on energy policy, electricity markets, and grid integration, collaborating with policymakers to influence strategies in the offshore wind sector. Candidates should have a strong background in energy policy and research related to offshore wind. The role offers benefits and potential continuation based on performance.
About the position

The Schatz Energy Research Center at Cal Poly Humboldt is seeking an experienced professional to join our offshore wind energy research team as a Senior Energy Policy Analyst. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong background in energy policy, energy markets, and electric power. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading research and analysis focused on offshore wind energy, particularly in the areas of energy policy, electricity markets, and grid integration. The Schatz Center is recognized as a leader in research and policy analysis related to offshore wind development on the U.S. West Coast, having published over 30 reports in the last five years on various topics including wind resource potential, grid integration, economic viability, and regional environmental effects. This role involves close collaboration with state and federal policymakers, and the analysis conducted will have the potential to influence policy and regulatory strategies in the offshore wind sector. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position with a minimum term of one year, with the possibility of continuation based on funding, workload, and performance. The first round of application reviews will occur on August 8, 2024, at 5 pm (Pacific). Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a formal letter of application, a resume, and contact information for three references via email to the Schatz Energy Research Center. Additional materials may be requested from candidates who are invited to interview.

Responsibilities
• Lead offshore wind research and analysis at the Schatz Center.
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• Focus on energy policy, electricity markets, and grid integration of offshore wind energy.
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• Collaborate with state and federal policymakers to shape policy and regulatory strategies.
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• Publish reports on various topics related to offshore wind development.
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• Participate in the Pacific Offshore Wind Consortium with partners at Oregon State University and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.

Requirements
• Strong background in energy policy, energy markets, and electric power.
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• Experience in research and analysis related to offshore wind energy.
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• Ability to work collaboratively with policymakers and stakeholders.
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience with renewable energy generation and grid integration.
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• Familiarity with economic development potential and regional environmental effects.
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• Knowledge of policy, regulation, and permitting processes related to offshore wind.

Benefits
• Full-time employment with benefits eligibility.
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• Opportunity for continuation based on funding and performance.