[sust-mar] Regulatory Analyst, f/t, EfficiencyOne, Dartmouth NS

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Position: Regulatory Analyst
Organization: EfficiencyOne
Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Regulatory Analyst 

EfficiencyOne isn’t just an organization; it’s a movement. Our organization’s purpose is “Helping people build a better world through energy efficiency.” We come to work every day because we want a better world, and we believe we can contribute to a more prosperous, sustainable future through efficiency. 

About the Organization

Ranked number one in Canada for energy efficiency programs and a multi-year winner of Canada’s greenest employers, we have worked with hundreds of thousands of families, businesses, non-profits, and institutions to transform the way they use and save energy.

We are incredibly proud of our achievements and know one of the driving forces behind our success is our people, our values, and the behaviors we commit to every day as part of our culture. Our culture is about acting quickly and positively, taking care to understand others’ needs, and providing timely responses. It’s about doing the right thing and working with the greater organization in mind. It’s striving for simplicity while keeping our customers top of mind in everything we do and in every decision we make. It’s about setting challenging goals and working with each other to deliver our best work. We are respectful in everything we do and support and value others by fostering an environment where every voice is appreciated. It’s about building collaborative relationships based on trust and open communication.

Currently, we are seeking a Regulatory Analyst who will be responsible for advancing Demand Side Management issues through the development and execution of regulatory matters including regular and ad-hoc reporting, Demand Side Management Resource Plans, and Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG) engagements. The Regulatory Analyst will play an active role in planning how best to approach emerging issues within the Demand Side Management industry that EfficiencyOne is facing in the regulatory environment.

Responsibilities:

Develop studies such as jurisdictional scans, reports, and Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) filings:
• Research and develop regulatory reports
• Lead intermediate research projects as required, including acting as the primary contact for procurement and consultant coordination
• Provide research, reporting, and writing support for regulatory initiatives (e.g., analyze large data sets, conduct research)
• Develop briefing documents and presentations for studies and regulatory matters for audiences including the Board of Directors, Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG), and Executive Leadership Team
• Manage paper filings with the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB); and
• Conduct quality assurance reviews for reports and Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) filings.
• Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG) support:
• Present to Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG) stakeholders on various topics, as appropriate (e.g., studies, Demand Side Management planning activities, emerging issues)
• Manage communications with Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG) (develop Demand Side Management Advisory Group updates on Regulatory matters, addressing action items, answering questions)
• Provide support in developing a strategic approach to engaging individual stakeholders and their consultants
• Identify, research, execute, and champion emerging issues in the Demand Side Management regulatory environment

Verifier/Evaluator:
• Provide support to the Manager of Measurement and Evaluation to ensure the successful completion of evaluation services for the current state and future needs

General department support:

Provide ad-hoc support such as manage paper filings, update department and project spreadsheets, collect data and information, and other duties as required
• Develop mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders by proactively understanding issues, building trust, being transparent, and extending support; partners may include but are not limited to Service Delivery colleagues, Engineering and Planning colleagues, external consultants, and Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG) members, and their consultants
• Perform other duties and assist with special projects/corporate initiatives as required.

Education Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree in a science or a related field (e.g., policy, law, strategy, government, or stakeholder relations), Certified Engineering Technologist, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Experience Qualifications:

The qualified individual should be knowledgeable in regulatory terminology and have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working within a regulatory environment. You are proficient with all Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) including being comfortable analyzing large data sets in excel or modeling software, and have a familiarity with energy concepts and technical issues associated with end-use energy consumption. The individual will also need to be familiar with electric/Demand Side Management utility matters, energy policy, regulation, and regulatory environment. They will be required to have strong interpersonal skills and superior time management skills, along with exceptional written and oral communication abilities. Additionally, you are flexible and have above average attention to detail combined with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What we Offer:
• Competitive compensation and benefits package (Entry into our benefit and defined contribution plan on the first day of employment)
• Excellent employment practices, including:
• Engaging, fun, and respectful work climate
• Flexible work schedules
• Wellness Initiatives
• Corporate gym memberships
• Commitment to employee development and “promote from within”
• Opportunity to make a significant personal impact to help EfficiencyOne build a better world and contribute to a more prosperous, sustainable future through efficiency.

In the first week, expect to:
• Meet the team and learn what Regulatory Affairs does (purpose and responsibilities)
• Learn who our stakeholders are and what they do
• Review the 2021 Regulatory Affairs calendar to gain an understanding of the upcoming activities.

In the first month, expect to:
• Become familiar with the current and upcoming Regulatory Affairs filings and activities – become familiar with the documents and information related to these items (Demand Side Management Advisory Group Technical Sessions, Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board filings, 2023-2025 Demand Side Management Plan)
• Clearly understand various roles and responsibilities as related to the Regulatory Analyst work (Regulatory Affairs, Engineering & Planning, Demand Side Management Advisory Group, Services, External Consultants)
• Dive into project management; you will learn how to use Planner, SharePoint, Teams.

In the first three months, expect to:
• Prepare internal briefs and reports on Regulatory Affairs items
• Prepare filling materials
• Prepare materials for upcoming Demand Side Management Advisory Group Sessions and meetings
• Supporting E1 staff through 2023-2025 Demand Side Management Plan development activities.

To Apply:

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter, clearly articulating how you meet the above-noted qualifications. Applications can be submitted in confidence to Nicole Durdle at the link below:

https://easyapply.co/job/research-specialist-1?rcid=goodwork_ca

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EfficiencyOne is committed to fostering a culture that is supportive and values others, one that is grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, persons of minority sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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