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Energy Efficiency Analyst - Executive Director/Energy Efficiency

Public Utility Commission of Texas
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United States, Texas, Austin
1701 Congress Avenue (Show on map)
Jun 30, 2025
Primary Location : Texas-Austin Work Locations : Public Utility Commission of T 1701 N Congress Ave Austin 78701 Job : Business and Financial Operations Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-time Standard Hours Per Week : 40.00 State Job Code : 1860 Salary Admin Plan : B Grade : 19 Salary (Pay Basis) : 5,834.00 - 6,250.00 ( Monthly ) Number of Openings : 1 Overtime Status : Exempt Job Posting : Jun 30, 2025, 12:43:11 PM Closing Date : Ongoing Description The Public Utility Commission of Texas: Your Gateway to a Fulfilling Career! NOTICE TO APPLICANTS Applications must contain a complete job history, detailing: Job title Dates of employment Name of employer Supervisor's name and phone number Description of duties performed, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position applying for Important: Resumes do not replace this required information. Applications stating, "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted. The experience listed on your resume must match the details on the CAPPS State of Texas Application. Discrepancies will result in an incomplete application. Required Documents *Resume* *College Transcripts (Official or Unofficial)* The hiring manager has requested the above document(s) be submitted with the CAPPS State of Texas Application To submit a resume, you must upload it to your application. When submitting your documents, make sure to mark them as "relevant." Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicant Release Form Website Link WORK IN TEXAS APPLICANTS To apply for the position, it is best to go to the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System to submit your application by going to https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl and select our agency, Public Utility Commission of Texas, from the "Company/Agency" list. If applying through Work In Texas (WIT) you will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting. An automated email from the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System will be sent to your email on file in WIT with additional instructions. The Public Utility Commission regulates the state's electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implementing respective legislation and offering customer assistance in resolving customer complaints. Join a Team Dedicated to Public Service Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of Texans? We are committed to building a highly skilled workforce. Our team boasts a wide range of expertise, from legal and engineering professionals to dedicated administrative staff. What unites us is our dedication to serving the public and our commitment to protecting customers, fostering competition, and promoting high quality utility infrastructure Make a Difference with Us We recognize the importance of motivated and knowledgeable staff to accomplish our critical mission. If you're eager to contribute to ensuring compliance within the electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities, we want to hear from you! A career at the PUC will not only expand your professional horizons but also make you part of a highly motivated, technically skilled, and supportive team environment. Competitive Benefits Package In addition to a positive and family-friendly work culture, the PUC offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees. For a detailed overview, please visit https://www.puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Benefits. Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today! DIVISION - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PROGRAM AREA - ENERGY EFFICIENCY The Executive Director is the only statutorily required position at the Commission other than the Commissioners. Under PURA (Public Utility Regulatory Act) * 12.103, the Executive Director is responsible for the daily operations of the Commission and coordinates the activities of commission employees. The Executive Director reports to the Commissioners. The Executive Director's Office oversees the Critical Infrastructure Security and Risk Management (CISRM) and Energy Efficiency program areas, along with the Infrastructure, Legal, and Rate Regulation Divisions, ensuring effective leadership, strategic direction, and alignment with the agency's mission to protect Texas utility consumers and promote reliable utility services. Critical Infrastructure Security and Risk Management The Critical Infrastructure Security and Risk Management department collaborates with utilities to ensure that cyber and physical security best business practices are utilized, provides emergency management assistance and coordination, and connects utilities to available state and federal resources. Energy Efficiency Energy Efficiency is responsible for the regulation of the eight investor-owned utilities required to provide energy efficiency programs to reduce residential and commercial customers' energy consumption and manage consumer energy costs. The department focuses on the intersection of the distribution grid and retail market with an attention to distributed energy resources and residential demand response. Passionate about shaping Texas' energy future? The Executive Director's Division has an opportunity for a professional ready to contribute to energy efficiency program and help turn research and analysis into impactful results. Energy Efficiency is seeking an Energy Efficiency Analyst, a professional position responsible for supporting the planning, development and evaluation of energy efficiency programs. This role involves conducting research, analyzing data, developing goals and performance measures, preparing reports and recommendations for Commission review, and assisting with program monitoring and evaluation. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and play a vital role in advancing energy efficiency efforts across Texas. Qualifications The ideal candidate should possess the following minimum qualifications: Undergraduate degree in accounting, business management, economics, energy management, finance, marketing, f mathematics, or statistics. Preferred Qualifications: Experience organizing, validating, or analyzing data using Excel or similar software. Experience supporting administrative, technical, or analytical tasks in an academic, nonprofit, or professional setting. Experience preparing written communications, reports, or summaries based on structured data. WORK SCHEDULE The PUCT operates on a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Employees may request an alternative work schedule in accordance with the PUCT's Alternative Work Schedule Policy. Approval of such requests, including any form of telecommuting, is at management's discretion and based on the business needs of the agency and the requirements of the position. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) or additional duties that fall in the fields listed in the below link who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. The MOS codes applicable to this position can be accessed at: MILITARY CROSSWALK FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY ANALYST If you qualify for a Veteran Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation with your State of Texas Application. Documentation must be provided before a Veteran Preference can be granted. Required documentation is as follows: Veteran - DD Form 214; Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300; Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty - Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300. A detailed job description can be viewed on our website: https://puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Jobs Salary commensurate with qualifications. The salary of an ERS Retiree or non-contributing member may be 6% less than the recommended salary. REMARKS Due to the volume applications received, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Non-selection notifications will be sent interviewed candidates following the hiring decision. All information provided in connection with an employment application must be accurate and complete. Any misstatement, falsification, or omission of information may result in refusal to hire or, if hired, termination. If the position requires it, licensure as a Professional Engineer or to practice law in Texas will be verified through the Professional Board of Engineers or the State Bar of Texas for the selected candidate. A satisfactory driving record is necessary for driving a state or personal vehicle for agency business. Selected candidates will have their driving records evaluated according to the Commission's Traffic Safety policy. For males born on or after January 1, 1960, the PUC will verify Selective Service registration through the online Selective Service System. Males born after January 1, 1960, who are not registered must provide proof of exemption from the Selective Service registration requirement. The PUCT participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. The Public Utility Regulatory Act imposes certain restrictions on PUCT employees' investments, professional activities, and relationships with public utilities, with some limited exceptions. PUCT employees are also prohibited from having a financial interest in a public utility, an affiliate of a public utility, and a person a significant portion of whose business consists of furnishing goods or services to public utilities or affiliates. The PUCT has a Post-Employment Restriction - details furnished upon request. The PUCT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.