Clean Energy Policy & Implementation Manager

Job Category:
Program Manager

Requisition Number: CLEAN
005775

Posted:
July 1, 2026

Full-Time

Mission WA, 1411 E Mission Ave, P O Box 3727, Spokane, WA , USA

The Clean Energy Policy & Implementation Managers are responsible for the development, design, strategy, execution, and coordination of the company’s clean energy initiatives and efforts. Responsible for understanding regulatory, legal, and compliance requirements associated with state and national climate policies impacting the Company’s energy supply. Coordinates impacts of climate policy with internal departments including, but not limited to, Energy Efficiency, Social Impact, Accounting, Risk Management, Energy Supply, Planning, Government Affairs, Environmental, and Regulatory Affairs.

As the Company advances toward 100% clean energy, the complexities and potential Company and customer impacts are increasingly material, with an evolving need for dedicated personnel to understand, interpret, and inform senior leadership (and advise where appropriate). This function operates with sufficient autonomy, authority, and cross‑department access to effectively plan, design, and administer the clean energy compliance programs and reports to the Director of Integrated Planning & Clean Energy.

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in Political Science, Public Policy, Engineering, Accounting, Economics, or related field required.
• Three (3)+ project or program management experience required.
• Experience related to environmental, regulatory, or energy compliance priorities and understanding of complexities in application to energy legislation preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in data analysis, reports, presentations, etc.
• Effective and adaptable communication, organization, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in creating clear, concise, and well‑structured technical documentation and reports preferred.
• Ability to lead teams effectively through influence, education, and advocacy.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Hiring Range: $88,336 to $114,838

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in Political Science, Public Policy, Engineering, Accounting, Economics, or related field required.
• Seven (7)+ years of directly related work experience in utility or energy industry required, with a preference for in‑depth knowledge of power and natural gas utility operations.
• Advanced regulatory experience contributing to and delivering testimony and subject‑matter expertise for tariff filings and other regulatory obligations.
• General understanding of applicable utility accounting practices and policies is preferred.
• Project or program management experience required with preference given to those with experience directly related to environmental, regulatory or energy compliance priorities and understanding of complexities in application to energy legislation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in data analysis, reports, presentations, etc.
• Effective and flexible written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated influencing and negotiation skills.
• Advanced organizational skills to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in creating clear, concise and well‑structured technical documentation and reports.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into easily understandable content for various audiences.

Hiring Range: $114,207 to $150,183

Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane location at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager.

Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical…