Policy Analyst (Energy) Trainee*, NS or Policy Analyst 1 (Energy), Grade 18

Duties Description

The Policy Analyst 1 (Energy), Grade 18, will support the work of the Data, Innovation, & Research (DIR) Group within the Efficiency, Equity, & Innovation (EE&I) Section of the Office of Markets and Innovation (OMI). The DIR Group provides oversight functions for the Strategic Use of Energy Related Data Proceeding, including the development and implementation of the Data Access Framework (DAF) and the Integrated Energy Data Resource (IEDR), and Community Choice Aggregation program. The unit also provides project management support for the Innovation and Research Portfolio, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Authority (NYSERDA), by coordinating with subject matter experts within OMI and throughout the Department as well as supporting all of

OMI’s Websites, SharePoint Sites And All Other Data Needs. Given The Varied Scope Of Work Within The DIR Group, This Position May Also Support Other Work As Assigned. Under The Supervision Or Direction Of a Higher-level Policy Analyst (Energy) Or OMI Management Team, The Policy Analyst 1 (Energy) May Perform Duties That Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Identifying factors relevant to the development of policies, collecting relevant data on the critical factors, developing policy alternatives, and summarizing the strengths and weaknesses of alternatives.
• Assisting with drafting, editing, and developing proposals to address new policy initiatives and reassessing existing policies, including Public Service Commission (Commission) Orders.
• Reviewing and summarizing parties’ written comments submitted through Commission proceedings.
• Engaging with stakeholders to identify, analyze, and understand the impact of their positions and concerns.
• Performing data gathering, analysis, evaluation, forecasting, and modeling.
• Staying aware of State and national industry trends, as well as performing innovative research in technical areas.
• Reviewing and analyzing clean energy industry business models nationally and in-state.
• Assisting with or facilitating stakeholder participation in meetings, technical conferences, and seminars and fostering a collaborative atmosphere to enhance awareness and practices in the industry.
• Assisting with external oversight and outreach activities to build and maintain credibility at utility companies and federal and state agencies.
• Assisting in or evaluating trends in the level of customer participation and performance in relevant programs and assessing the degree to which various market factors may be stimulating or discouraging the development and adaptation of modernization changes.
• Assisting in collecting and analyzing data relevant to the assessment of the adequacy of energy systems and/or supplying planning procedures.
• Reviewing and preparing reports on trends.
• Examining the proposed allocation of costs and the impact of a proposed rate design on competitive services.
• Assisting with the development of financial models and market studies that will establish program targets and budgets.
• Assisting with the creation of proposed rules and enforcement mechanisms.
  
  

Additional

• Utilizing advanced expertise to perform more technically complex aspects of energy policy and program development and oversight for at least one specialty area.
• Preparing detailed reports that contain analyses and interpretations of findings and recommending possible courses of action.
• Analyzing applicable policies and programs and developing and executing various standards and procedures.
• Presenting in subject matter area at seminars, conferences, meetings, and/or proceedings.
• Reviewing utility filings, including those associated with implementation of new initiatives and/or filed in response to, or in compliance with, Public Service Commission (Commission) orders to ensure they meet Commission requirements.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

For appointment to the Policy Analyst (Energy) Trainee 1, NS=14, you must have four years of experience** in the review, analysis, development, or implementation of programs or policies related to one or more specialty energy program area, which include: renewable energy planning, procurement, and integration; energy efficiency; electrification of transportation or heating; demand response; energy storage; energy market design; advanced rate designs; advanced utility business models, or strategic use of energy related data.

For appointment to the Policy Analyst (Energy) Trainee 2, NS=16, you must have five years of experience** in the review, analysis, development, or implementation of programs or policies related to one or more specialty energy program area, which include: renewable energy planning, procurement, and integration; energy efficiency; electrification of transportation or heating; demand response; energy storage; energy market design; advanced rate designs; advanced utility business models, or strategic use of energy related data.

For appointment to the Policy Analyst (Energy) 1, SG-18, you must have six years of experience** in the review, analysis, development, or implementation of programs or policies related to one or more specialty energy program area, which include: renewable energy planning, procurement, and integration; energy efficiency; electrification of transportation or heating; demand response; energy storage; energy market design; advanced rate designs; advanced utility business models, or strategic use of energy related data.

• Substitution: an associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a J.D. may substitute for six years of experience.
  
  

For appointment to the Policy Analyst (Energy) Trainee 2, NS=16, you must have five years of experience** in the review, analysis, development, or implementation of programs or policies related to one or more specialty energy program area, which include: renewable energy planning, procurement, and integration; energy efficiency; electrification of transportation or heating; demand response; energy storage; energy market design; advanced rate designs; advanced utility business models, or strategic use of energy related data.

For appointment to the Policy Analyst (Energy) 1, SG-18, you must have six years of experience** in the review, analysis, development, or implementation of programs or policies related to one or more specialty energy program area, which include: renewable energy planning, procurement, and integration; energy efficiency; electrification of transportation or heating; demand response; energy storage; energy market design; advanced rate designs; advanced utility business models, or strategic use of energy related data.

• Substitution: an associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a J.D. may substitute for six years of experience.
  
  

Additional Comments

The New York State Department of Public Service (DPS or Department) works to: ensure safe, affordable, and reliable access to electric, gas, steam, water, and telecommunications services at just and reasonable rates for New York State customers, protect the natural environment, reduce greenhouse gas emissions via transmission and siting of renewable energy resources, and augment the resiliency of utility infrastructure. Learn more about DPS and how you can make a difference by checking out our video and more at: https://dps.ny.gov/employment-opportunities.

Additional Comments:

• Successful completion of the two-year traineeship leads to appointment as a Policy Analyst 1 (Energy), Grade 18.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Department of Public Service is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting the Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator which can be found under the Accessibility Link on the Department’s webpage at https://dps.ny.gov.