Policy Change Director jobs in Connecticut

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), has an exciting opportunity for an Office Director for the newly-created Office of Federal and Regional Energy Policy in the Bureau of Energy and Technology Policy (BETP). What we can offer you The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'�State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023�- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule A Platinum Healthcare Plan,�the nation’s best for state employees and dependents,�according to a report by�Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform and article by Ellen Andrews,�Ph.D., along with�comprehensive benefit offerings Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings; Paid time off - including 13 paid holidays per calendar year; Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities; and A healthy work-life balance for all employees! Position highlights As the Director of Federal and Regional Energy Policy will oversee Connecticut's participation in federal and regional energy proceedings and partnerships, including regional market design, transmission deployment, and other Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and ISO-NE related issues. Responsibilities of this role may include: Developing a strategic workplan Directing the daily work of the team Developing and maintaining effective relationships with counterparts in other states in order to move projects and initiatives forward. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, located in New Britain. About us The BETP manages local, state, and regional energy and broadband policy and programs for the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection with the goal of establishing an equitable, clean, economical, and reliable energy and technology future. � DEEP is charged with conserving, improving and protecting Connecticut’s natural resources and environment as well as making affordable, clean and reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in building Connecticut’s green economy and fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future. � � � � � ��\t\t\t\t\t\t\t � �\t\t\t\t

Selection Plan

Before you apply: In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to�DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. Important information for after you apply: This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam. Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process. Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Read through this helpful link to�prepare for your interview. Questions about this position should be directed to�Mackenzie Robinson at�mackenzie.robinson@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and Office of Consumer Counsel this class is accountable for directing the staff and programs of an office.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Directs staff and operations of a major program office; Coordinates, plans and manages office activities; Formulates and implements office goals and objectives; Reviews and evaluates effectiveness of established or proposed policies and/or programs, assesses options, develops recommendations for improvement and drafts policy statements and regulations; Interprets and administers pertinent laws; Evaluates staff; Prepares or assists in development of office budget; Serves as liaison with other agencies, municipal, state and federal governments who might impact on program activities; Meets with outside agencies to advise on departmental policies and procedures; Evaluates operations and projects assigned to office; Provides technical direction to unit staff; Provides information to community; Represents department at meetings; Responds to inquires relating to assigned programs; Prepares reports and correspondence; Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection; May advise senior level staff on status of permits, process management, projects, legislation and policy and regulations pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal environmental, energy, climate mitigation or adaptation, public utility, broadband, telecommunications, conservation and/or environmental justice or equity programs laws statutes, and regulations; environmental protection and energy principles, practices and issues;� Knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and practices; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Analytical, negotiation and organizational skills; Ability to initiate and direct programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Nine (9) years of professional experience in the energy, environmental, broadband, and/or telecommunications field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in a scientific or technical discipline in energy, environmental, climate mitigation or adaptation, public utility, broadband, telecommunications, and/or environmental justice or equity fields including but not limited to engineering, biological, physical, earth or environmental sciences, natural resources management, renewable energy, energy conservation, public policy or administration, economics, or related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's Degree. A Master's Degree in a scientific or technical discipline in the energy or environmental, climate mitigation or adaptation, public utility, broadband, telecommunications, and/or environmental justice or equity fields including but not limited to engineering, biological, physical, earth or environmental sciences, natural resources management, renewable energy, energy conservation, public policy or administration, economics, or related field, or a Juris Doctor degree, may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with project management involving internal and external stakeholders;� Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing to achieve leadership's goals;� Experience collaborating and managing conflict in a team environment;� Experience leading cross-functional teams;� Experience mentoring and training new team members;� Experience developing programs with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion;� Experience in federal and regional energy proceedings and partnerships, including regional energy market design and transmission planning and deployment;� Experience with federal grants.�

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.� As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.