Energy Policy Analyst

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.

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

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

Benefits
• Full time position with paid wellness time and 4-day work week
• Generous PTO
• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement benefits