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Description
The Union of Concerned Scientists is seeking an Energy Analyst to focus on renewable energy issues in California and the western United States. The Analyst will undertake research and advocacy in support of renewable energy and climate policies. Candidates must have a strong background in the energy field.
UCS is a partnership of citizens and scientists working to preserve our health, protect our safety, and enhance our quality of life. UCS was founded in 1969 and currently has a membership and activist base of over 100,000, a staff of 100, and offices in Cambridge (MA), Washington (DC), and Berkeley (CA). The Berkeley office focuses on clean vehicles, renewable energy, and climate change issues.
Responsibilities:
As part of the UCS Clean Energy Program, the Analyst will:
* Carry out research to assess renewable energy policies and potential; prepare written materials for broad dissemination to policymakers, the media, and the general public;
* represent UCS to the media, regulators and policymakers;
* assist in drafting testimony and formal briefs in regulatory proceedings;
* sponsor testimony as an expert witness in regulatory proceedings;
* may coordinate/supervise staff and interns, and manage contracts with consultants;
* represent UCS in coalitions of advocacy groups on a variety of energy and climate policy issues;
*contribute to the planning and implementation of program policies, objectives, and strategies.
Qualifications:
Applicants should have a bachelor's and/or master's degree in engineering, science, economics, public policy, or other field related to energy and solid relevant work experience on energy issues. Applicants will have a proven commitment to the promotion of clean, renewable sources of electricity generation.
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 to write and present formal briefs and testimony, and develop UCS's strategy in regulatory proceedings; familiarity with economics and public policy; excellent public speaking skills; team orientation. Knowledge of California energy and climate change issues strongly preferred.
Preferred Skills and Experience: Senior-level experience in the renewable energy sector. Detailed understanding of renewable energy technologies, electric industry operations, regulations, and legal framework, and electricity modeling techniques. Prior experience with advocacy before government agencies and policy-making bodies preferred. Managerial experience preferred.
Position Details: This position will be based at UCS's Berkeley office. Salary commensurate with experience and training. Excellent benefits. UCS is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff.
To Apply: Please submit letter, resume, and 1-3 page writing sample by February 10, 2006 via email to with a subject line of "California Energy Analyst." No calls please.
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