Title: Energy Modeling and Advanced Technology Team Lead

State Role Title: Policy and Planning Specialist II

Hiring Range: $85,000 - $100,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Energy

Location: Administration/Energy

Agency Website: www.energy.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Are you knowledgeable of state and federal energy policies, regulations, and initiatives? Do you have experience strategically leading a team to meet established goals? Then look no further! The Virginia Department of Energy, State Energy Office, is seeking an Energy Modeling and Advanced Technology Team Lead to oversee a dynamic team dedicated to advancing Virginia's energy initiatives. The successful candidate leads the energy modeling and forecasting within the office. They will steer the evaluation and analysis of cutting-edge technologies, including Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMRs) and emerging hydrogen energy innovations. This position is currently approved to work a Hybrid telework schedule with four days in the office and one day of telework.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience in order to qualify for this position.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in energy modeling software, data analysis tools, and familiarity with energy market dynamics
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a diverse team, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of using data-driven approaches to inform decisions
• Knowledge of Policy: Understanding of state and federal energy policies, regulations, and initiatives, particularly in Virginia
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in energy modeling, forecasting, or technology evaluation, with a focus on advanced energy systems
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record

This position has been designated as required to file a Statement of Economic Interest in accordance with Section 2.2-3114 of the Code of Virginia. In addition, individuals accepted for employment will have to successfully pass a drug test, reference and background check as part of the Virginia Energy pre-employment process.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position will close on October 4, 2024, at 11:55 p.m. To be considered, please submit a state employment application, or resume, online at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home. A hiring manager will review all applications received and select candidates who most closely meet the established criteria for interviews.

Virginia Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice, therefore prohibits discrimination on basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability in the recruitment, selection and hiring of our workforce.

As a certified V3 organization, Virginia Energy honors the Commonwealth’s veterans hiring preference. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or any part of the remaining hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-729-6048

Email: humanresources@energy.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.