Solar Policy Advocate- San Francisco, CA
Organization: THE VOTE SOLAR INITIATIVE
Location: San Francisco, CA
Title: SOLAR POLICY ADVOCATE
Hours and Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience and training. Excellent benefits. Full Time
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Posted On: Oct. 6, 2011
Description
The Vote Solar Initiative ▪ 300 Brannan Street, Suite 609 ▪ San Francisco, California 94107
www.votesolar.org
THE THE VOTE SOLAR INITIATIVE
POSITION OPENING:
SOLAR POLICY ADVOCATE
The Vote Solar Initiative is a non-profit, public advocacy organization working to bring solar energy into the mainstream.
Vote Solar is seeking a Solar Policy Advocate to develop and implement campaigns for pro-solar policies, primarily at the state level, via regulatory efforts and grassroots advocacy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Solar Advocate will develop and carry out campaigns to implement critical pro-solar policy changes in key states. These include financial support (public goods funds, solar carve-outs in renewable portfolio standards, tax credits, standard offer contracts and other solar procurement strategies), interconnection standards, net metering policies, and fair rate design. For assigned states, the Advocate will develop collaborative relationships with local advocates, research the policy changes needed for a successful solar market, and design campaigns to make them happen. Campaigns may involve intervening in proceedings before regulatory commissions, developing programs with utilities, municipal efforts, or legislation. The Advocate will carry out research to assess solar energy policies and potential; prepare written materials for broad dissemination to policymakers, the media, and the general public; assist in drafting testimony and formal briefs in regulatory proceedings; assist attorneys in regulatory proceedings; organize grassroots support; and develop and lead compelling public campaigns to further policy goals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, knowledge of the field, and three years of relevant work experience on energy issues. Demonstrated dedication to the promotion of clean, renewable sources of electricity generation is a must. Organizing, campaigning, and leadership skills important.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Strong quantitative, analytical, and research skills; proficiency with computer spreadsheet and word processing software; ability to write well for scientific and general audiences; ability develop Vote Solar’s strategy for regulatory proceedings; ability to write and present formal briefs and testimony; familiarity with economics and public policy; excellent public speaking skills; ability to organize and implement grassroots campaigns; ability to inspire consensus and work collaboratively. We want campaigners!
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Detailed understanding of solar energy technologies; electric industry operations, regulations, and legal framework; and electricity modeling techniques. Prior experience with advocacybefore legislatures, government agencies and regulatory commissions helpful. Knowledge of
energy-related environmental issues strongly preferred.
POSITION DETAILS
This position will be based at Vote Solar’s San Francisco office (although accommodations may be considered).
How To Apply
Please send letter of interest, with resume and writing sample, to [email protected].
