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WEC Energy Group Sr Customer Program Manager - Energy Efficiency Policy in Chicago, Illinois
Sr Customer Program Manager - Energy Efficiency Policy
WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Sr Customer Program Manager - Energy Efficiency Policy in our Chicago, Illinois location. This position offers a hybrid work option.
Does the idea of influencing in environmentally friendly activities excite you? Are you a team player with a knack for energy efficiency policy and using your clear communication skills to drive positive clean energy progress?
If this is you, come join our team of energy efficiency professionals within WEC Energy Group, and enjoy being part of a Fortune 500 company focused on creating a bright sustainable future while providing a life-sustaining service to the more than 4.6 million customers and communities we serve.
You can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every employee that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth.
Joining us makes you a vital link between WEC Energy Group and the communities we serve!
Job Summary
The Customer Program Manager - Energy Efficiency Policy is responsible for managing departmental policy and regulatory activities related to the company’s natural gas energy efficiency programs. This position will support policy initiatives for our IL energy efficiency programs as well as associated planning and stakeholder engagement activities. Additionally, this position will support departmental regulatory requests and reporting requirements.
The Policy Manager will bring a high level of professionalism and excellent communication skills plus will offer expertise to assist in planning future developments arising from legislation or other energy efficiency landscape influences. Successful candidates will thrive in a team environment and be excited to contribute to achieving a clean energy future.
Job Responsibilities
Analyze legislative and regulatory policies impacting our IL gas energy efficiency programs and develop action plans to help guide overall energy efficiency strategy
Coordinate with internal regulatory, legal and government relations groups on relevant energy efficiency issues and initiatives
Responsible for accurate and timely regulatory reporting
Advise in the development of forward-looking energy efficiency strategies to support portfolio objectives
Support communications and interactions with external and internal stakeholders in developing energy efficiency plans, related policy manual activities, etc.
Provide insights, expertise and analysis to develop policy positions and strategy on energy efficiency specific issues
Support Energy Efficiency Director and Managers on ad hoc projects as needed
This is a job family posting where the experience of the selected candidate will determine the level offered (Senior Customer Program Manager/Principal Customer Program Manager).
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred majors: public policy, political science, environmental science, business administration, economics, communications or related field
5 years professional experience in policy, government, legal, regulatory/legislative or energy efficiency program management roles
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) as well as demonstrated organizational skills
Expertise in local energy efficiency policy, programs and/or related governmental regulatory/legislative environments
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, pay attention to detail and manage multiple tasks
Proven relationship-building skills with internal and external teammates
Proficient in standard office software (i.e. MS PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Excel, OneNote, SharePoint etc.)
End Date: 05/08/2024
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
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WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class.
EEO/AA policies and statements (https://www.wecenergygroup.com/careers/equal-employment-opportunity.htm)
Location:
Chicago, IL, US, 60601
Company: WEC Energy Group (WEC)
Req ID: 4067