Senior Clean Energy Policy Advisor; Remote​/Hybrid

Salary Range

$78,761.00 – $ annually

Policy Advisor, Clean Energy will develop and advocate for policies and programs that reduce the environmental impact of electricity production, spur a rapid transition to a clean energy economy, and address climate change in New Mexico. The Policy Advisor will work with guidance from the Deputy Director of State Advocacy.

Senior Policy Advisor, Clean Energy will independently develop and advocate for policies and programs that reduce the environmental impact of electricity production, spur a rapid transition to a clean energy economy, and address climate change in New Mexico.

WRA is a regional nonprofit fighting climate change and its impacts to sustain the environment, economy, and people of the West. The organization is driving state-level action to advance policies that create a healthier and more equitable future for all communities.

The preferred location for this position is in New Mexico. The position may work remotely in New Mexico or in WRA’s Santa Fe office, or a hybrid of the two. Alternate locations may include working remotely or in office in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, or Utah.

• Develop and advocate for equitable policies in regulatory, legislative, administrative, and other policy forums that reduce the environmental impact of electricity and natural gas use, spur a rapid transition to a clean energy economy, and address climate change in the Interior West.
• Monitor relevant local, state, and federal policy developments.
• Research and analyze current and emerging clean energy policy in New Mexico, including legislation, administrative rules, and utility proceedings at the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission.
• Assist in supervision of outside consultants.
• Keep abreast of emerging energy and climate topics to inform policy development, with an eye for equitable and inclusive policies and mechanisms.
• With guidance from a senior team member, evaluate utility plans and applications, state and local regulatory proposals, and pending legislation to ensure they advance WRA’s decarbonization goals.

• Develop strategies and prepare expert witness testimony, comments and discovery in regulatory proceedings.
• Track regulatory proceedings and other state-level forums and identify opportunities to advance WRA’s objectives.
• Represent WRA in regulatory, legislative, and other policy forums, including written and oral testimony before regulatory and legislative bodies.
• Assist in negotiation and drafting of settlement agreements.
• Work with WRA’s Government Affairs team to provide policy support for advocacy campaigns.

• Build relationships and work with representatives of regulated utilities, regulators, consumer advocates, clean energy and environmental advocates, state government agencies, legislators, and other stakeholders.
• Effectively engage in and help lead coalitions of diverse partners, building alignment around shared goals and strategies that advance WRA's mission and policy priorities.

• Assist with grant proposals and reports.
• Coordinate with other WRA policy teams to execute a common set of strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with WRA’s policy, Government Affairs, and Communications staff to craft outreach strategies and messaging that accurately and persuasively convey WRA’s positions to stakeholders and decision makers.

• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience or familiarity with public utility regulation, the energy industry, clean energy technologies, decarbonization strategies, climate policy, or related work.
• Background in economics, public policy, engineering, or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of or desire to understand complex regulatory processes and policy pathways.
• Ability to write and communicate clearly, and effectively explain complex concepts to a variety of audiences.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and…