Description

Senior Policy Advisor for Energy

Energy & Environment Bureau

Energy & Telecommunications Division

The Energy & Telecommunications Division (ETD), along with the Policy & Government Affairs Division (P&G), seek a highly motivated Senior Policy Advisor who is dedicated to the public interest and can develop and advance Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell's policy and legislative priorities in advocating for Massachusetts’ electric and gas customers and helping to facilitate the Commonwealth’s renewable energy transition.

ETD advocates on behalf of the customers of Massachusetts’ electric, gas, telephone, and water companies.  See G.L. c. 12, § 11E.  ETD’s advocacy covers a wide range of topics, including:

• The rates, charges, and prices paid by Massachusetts consumers on their utility bills;
• Electric vehicles and storage;
• Offshore wind and hydroelectric procurement;
• Gas pipeline infrastructure and planning;
• Consumer protection;
• Electric and gas service quality;
• Renewable energy and distributed generation;
• Grid modernization and climate change preparedness;
• Energy efficiency and demand response;
• Solar generation and net metering; and
• Storms and emergency

Primary Duties:  The Senior Policy Advisor will coordinate with Attorney General's Office (AGO) staff on pending legislation and act as a liaison between the AGO and the Massachusetts State Legislature, Massachusetts Congressional delegation, local officials, community organizations, and other stakeholders.  The Policy Advisor will work closely with AGO staff to develop energy-related policy positions for the AGO.  These duties include legal memo writing; legislative/statutory drafting; research and analysis of state and national policy trends; legislation; and budgetary proposals.  Duties will also include analyzing, tracking, and developing recommendations on legislation; drafting and providing testimony for legislative hearings; assisting with constituent matters brought forward by elected officials; attending and representing the AGO at stakeholder meetings; and briefing senior AGO staff on pending policy matters.  Applicants who are members of the Massachusetts bar will have the opportunity to participate in ETD’s case work before the Department of Public Utilities (“DPU”), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC”), and federal and state courts.

Position Type:  Full-Time/Exempt

Salary:  Salary is commensurate with experience.

Application Process:  To apply for this position, visit the AGO website’s jobs portal at www.mass.gov/ago/employment to register and create a profile, upload your cover letter and resume, and submit an application.  Candidates may only apply directly using the AGO’s online Employment and Recruitment jobs portal.  Our hybrid model includes some telework days for most positions.

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  We will gladly assist applicants who are in need of an accommodation.  For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2041.

Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:

Maria Patricelli, Managing Administrative Assistant

Energy and Environment Bureau

(617) 963-2437

The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.

Requirements

Position Requirements:  The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve, including historically marginalized communities, and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.  Membership in the Massachusetts bar is preferred, but not required.  The position requires:

• Experience working on energy-related policy issues;
• Experience with public policy development and advocacy;
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills;
• Strong oral and written communications skills;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; and
• Strong commitment to the public interest.

Experience working with the legislative process, working in intergovernmental relations, and working with constituents is preferred. 

Please Note:  COVID-19 vaccines are required of all AGO employees.  Absent an approved medical or religious accommodation or pregnancy exemption, all new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to beginning employment with the AGO.  Additionally, new hires are required to receive their first booster shot prior to the start of their employment, or within 30 days of eligibility, absent an approved medical or religious accommodation or pregnancy exemption.  Our hybrid model includes some telework days for most positions.