What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Energy Program Manager (Energy Program Specialist) position at Commonwealth of PA?
THE POSITION
The Energy Programs Office within the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is excited to announce an opportunity for a motivated and forward-thinking professional to join its team. DEP is seeking a State Energy Program Manager (Energy Program Specialist) to help drive innovative energy initiatives that support Pennsylvania’s environmental and economic goals. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by overseeing programs that advance energy efficiency, sustainability, and responsible resource management across the Commonwealth.
If you are ready to take the next step in a rewarding career that supports Pennsylvania’s clean energy future, apply today and seize this exceptional opportunity.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will take the lead in managing Pennsylvania’s State Energy Program (SEP), ensuring that all activities align with the U.S. Department of Energy’s strategic goals and funding requirements for this annual grant. As part of the DEP Energy Programs Office—Pennsylvania’s designated State Energy Office—you will help advance initiatives that support energy efficiency, greenhouse gas reduction, energy assurance, and renewable energy development across the Commonwealth. Working closely with fellow EPO staff, you will oversee SEP-funded projects and guide the deployment of innovative energy technologies that strengthen Pennsylvania’s clean energy future.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure full compliance with U.S. Department of Energy State Energy Program (SEP) grant requirements and reporting standards.
- Manage and oversee individual SEP-funded projects in coordination with Energy Programs Office staff.
- Support the deployment of technologies such as renewable energy systems, energy efficiency and management tools, distributed energy resources, and virtual power plants.
- Monitor and guide the use of SEP funds to advance statewide energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and energy assurance objectives.
- Serve as a subject-matter resource on SEP requirements, helping shape project design, implementation, and evaluation.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- This position will require overnight travel as needed.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- One year of professional experience in energy resources, energy utilization and conservation, energy technologies, or the economic impacts of energy issues, and a bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Physical Sciences, or Energy Policy; or
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Three years of professional experience in energy resources, energy utilization and conservation, energy technologies, or the economic impacts of energy issues and a bachelor's degree; or
- A master's degree in Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Physical Sciences, or Energy Policy; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
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Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
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