Vice President – Regulatory Reform

The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working toward a 100% clean energy future that is reliable, resilient, and equitable. Our mission is to build the foundation for rapid adoption of clean energy and energy efficiency to benefit people, the economy, and our planet.

About the Position

The Interstate Renewable Energy Council seeks a visionary leader to advance change at the intersection of clean energy, equity, and inclusion. You will lead IREC’s Regulatory Team and attorneys as they develop and execute a multi-state strategy to advance distributed energy resource (DER) regulatory best practices. The Vice President contributes as a member of IREC’s Executive team, shaping strategies and direction to reach bold clean energy and energy equity goals to mitigate the climate emergency. You will be responsible for partnership and funding development. You should be a self-motivated, passionate thought leader to provide strategic direction and oversight of the organization’s regulatory program.

The successful candidate will bring the following qualities to our organization:

Required

8+ years of work experience and familiarity with public utility regulation, distributed energy resource policy and technology, and state policy and advocacy
Graduate degree in one or more energy/environmental policy-related fields, including public policy, environmental science, sustainability, law, engineering, or other relevant clean energy field
Deep understanding of the electricity grid and U.S. energy system, including the technical, procedural, and legal challenges and related opportunities to accelerate the grid integration of DERs and a just transition to sustainable energy
Expertise in DER interconnection policy and an understanding of the range of regulatory frameworks and key stakeholders across different states that impact clean energy adoption
Demonstrated proficiency in project management as well as experience managing staff
Strong fundraising and development skills, including proposal preparation and the ability to develop and oversee budgets
Superb written and spoken communication skills
Intellectually curious and self-disciplined fast learner with the ability to independently operate in a virtual environment and provide needed self-direction
Demonstrated passion to mitigate the climate crisis and be part of the clean energy future
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility

Preferred

Experience and expertise in distribution system planning and/or energization of EV charging infrastructure
Experience leading multi-state regulatory efforts

Salary range: $145,000 – $175,000, depending on experience

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