Public Service Manager II (Manager of Energy Infrastructure, Supply & Security) - 1157

Manager Of Energy Infrastructure, Supply & Security

The Department of Energy Resources (DOER), the Cabinet-level executive branch agency responsible for the state's energy resources, planning, programs, and development, is seeking a strategic and collaborative Manager of Infrastructure, Supply and Security to join its leadership team.

The Manager of Energy Infrastructure, Supply, and Security is a key leader within the Department, providing strategic leadership in the delivery of key statutory responsibilities associated with ensuring the adequacy and security of the energy infrastructure upon which Maine relies.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with advanced communication and analytical skills who possesses the ability to advance complex energy policy initiatives and build strong, effective relationships across government and industry.

In this role, you will lead a dynamic, passionate, multidisciplinary team, inspiring cross-functional collaboration, clarity, and purpose toward shared objectives.

The DOER seeks to advance affordable, reliable and cleaner energy for the benefit of all Maine people and businesses.

• Lead the advancement of energy infrastructure planning and research, including technical analysis, strategic prioritization, project management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Manage the Department's energy security responsibilities, including ensuring effective coordination internally and externally.
• Support advancement of energy data tracking and analysis, including Maine's energy profile and fuels, and coordinate closely across the Department and with other State entities.
• Lead key energy programs, including the Maine Offshore Wind Program as well as other key infrastructure programs, which require project management, grant administration, and stakeholder engagement.
• Lead and support efforts around special projects and energy policy studies that seek to meet legislative requirements or priorities of the DOER.
• Monitor and support the office's legislative activities to ensure the DOER maintains successful relationships with elected officials and successfully achieves priorities with the legislature. Includes reviewing bills, attending hearings and other items as needed.
• Contribute to the overall operations of the DOER, including taking on tasks as needed related to administrative and budget management and communication.
• Provide management and supervision to DOER staff to achieve the primary responsibilities of the DOER, meet office goals and deadlines and to foster an environment that encourages professional growth for staff members.

• Nine (9) years of education, training, and/or professional experience in Energy, Economics, Engineering, Business, Political Science, or a related field that illustrates experience in the development, analysis, and implementation of policy and program management.
• Strong leadership and supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of energy planning, policy, and programs
• Knowledge of energy security and related content
• Experience with state, regional, or federal energy planning and regulatory processes.
• Excellent strategic planning, project management, and policy development skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft products – Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Team-orientated work style, with the ability to be flexible and work under deadlines

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto "Dirigo" or "I lead" as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and…