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

Public Service Manager II

Manager of Energy Infrastructure, Supply and Security

Opening Date:
August 06, 2026

Closing Date:
End of the day August 19, 2026

Location:

Augusta

Position Number:

Position Type:
Permanent Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: MA32

Grade: 32 (Confidential)

Salary: $77,896.00 - $ Per Year

Interested candidates need to complete, and submit, an Application, Cover Letter, and detailed Resume through PRISM*

* For us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

Brief

Job Description:

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.

Job Tasks:

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• 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 confidential employees receive three…