Energy Policy Analyst

AKPIRG•Anchorage, AK

1d•$68,000 - $73,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AKPIRG is seeking a full-time Energy Policy and Regulatory Analyst to lead research and analysis on energy policies and regulations in Alaska. The ideal candidate is a skilled researcher and engaging communicator who can navigate complex regulatory systems, analyze policy solutions, and advocate publicly toward a larger vision of sustainable, equitable, and affordable energy across Alaska. They will be curious, responsive to a fast-paced regulatory environment while maintaining integrity and quality, navigate setbacks with resilience and attentive to the role of systems of oppression in energy affordability. About AKPIRG: Founded in 1974, AKPIRG is Alaska’s only 501(c)(3) nonprofit consumer advocacy organization. For more than 50 years, our nonpartisan, statewide organization has been guided by a commitment to Alaska and the people who live here. AKPIRG works to ensure Alaskan voices drive policy and systems across four specializations: energy affordability, economic justice, good government, and language access. By bridging the gap between lived experience and decision-making, we strengthen accountability, advance equity, and create a future where communities thrive. The AKPIRG Energy team strives to demystify Alaska’s energy system for a community-led energy future. We work to empower Alaskans, strengthen transparent and accountable government, and advance policies that best serve the public interest.

Requirements

Commitment to AKPIRG values of decolonization, equity, and transparency
Interest in Alaska Energy issues
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal for a range of audiences)
Ability to independently manage a high volume of work with efficiency and effective prioritization
Ability to work as a part of a team cohesively

Nice To Haves

Prior knowledge or experience in energy issues, professionally or through lived experience navigating inequities in energy access
Law degree or legal background
Legislative Experience
Technical knowledge of energy infrastructure
Demonstrated skill in researching, synthesizing and distilling complex information for diverse audiences
Existing meaningful experience and relationships with rural and/or railbelt communities and energy stakeholders

Responsibilities

Research and analysis of energy policies and regulations impacting both rural and railbelt communities (with attention to affordability, transparency, public interest, equity, decolonization, etc)
Advocacy at the federal level, state legislature, regulatory bodies, and other other energy-related venues
Development of AKPIRG stances and strategy for affordable and reliable energy (e.g. utility rate stabilization, renewable energy integration, etc)
Nurturing dynamic working relationships with stakeholders, partners, legislators, the public, and staff
Other activities as directed
Researching and drafting policy briefs on Alaska energy issues
Researching energy infrastructure projects and assessing cost, reliability and community impact
Serving as the primary point of contact and liaison for stakeholders on key issues
Writing and submitting public comments to regulatory bodies
Preparing and giving legislative testimony
Tracking and evaluating energy-related policies and bills
Advising on legal and regulatory strategy
Analyzing utility filings, rate cases and Integrated Resource Plans and translating technical data into digestible summaries
Working with energy team, partners and allies on shared energy-related campaigns