Program Advisor

This position is part of the Arctic Energy Office, Department of Energy. As a Program Advisor, you will serve as a principal advisor and senior business development lead within the Arctic Energy Office, focusing on advancing the Department's domestic energy priorities in Alaska and the broader Arctic region. The Arctic Energy Office office works to identify, promote, and mobilize resources for the rapid deployment of critical energy projects in the Arctic. These projects, often at advanced Technology Readiness Levels, are intended to provide reliable, affordable, and secure energy to benefit Alaskans, national security installations, the continental U.S., and international partners. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a Program Advisor at the GS-14 level, you will: Identifies, develops, and advances major energy project opportunities that support energy reliability, affordability, security, and Departmental priorities. Analyzes complex program, policy, legislative, and regulatory issues to develop strategies, options, and recommendations for senior leadership. Develops strategic partnerships with government, Tribal, utility, industry, and other stakeholders to advance significant energy initiatives and resolve competing interests. Represents senior leadership in interagency and external activities and communicates and defends Departmental positions and recommendations. Advises senior leadership on significant Arctic energy issues and coordinates programs and projects across organizations to support a unified strategy. Develops written analyses, recommendations, briefings, and other decision-support materials on significant program and policy matters. BASIC REQUIREMENT: GS-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following Identifying and evaluating energy, infrastructure, or other complex project opportunities related to Arctic energy; Analyzing program or policy issues and developing strategies or recommendations for management; AND Coordinating with government, industry, community, or other external stakeholders to advance projects or organizational initiatives. GS-14 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following Identifying, evaluating, or advancing energy, infrastructure, or other complex project opportunities related to Arctic energy; Analyzing program, policy, legislative, or regulatory issues and developing strategies or recommendations for management; AND Coordinating relationships with government, industry, community, or other external stakeholders to advance projects or organizational initiatives. Education cannot be substituted for experience at the GS-13 or GS-14 levels. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must (1) meet all of the requirements as described in this section; and 2) be rated "well-qualified", which is defined as scoring in the in Well Qualified category (or higher). You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.