Departmental Analyst-A (12) - Climate Action Officer (Limited Term)

Full Job Description

The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) seeks a knowledgeable Climate Action Officer to support renewable energy initiatives, with a focus on utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects, as well as development of renewable energy resources on brownfield sites. This position serves as the recognized resource for research, program and policy evaluation, and data analysis related to renewable energy siting and planning in the EGLE, Executive Office, Office of Climate and Energy (OCE). This role will lead the coordination of the Renewables Ready Communities Program across multiple departments, managing grant and contract processes for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grant, and overseeing the strategic planning and execution of renewable energy projects. Responsibilities also include support for engagement with Tribal governments and other communities to foster collaboration and support renewable energy deployment across Michigan. Ideal candidates will bring expertise in renewable energy or a strong willingness to learn, coupled with skills in program coordination and stakeholder engagement. This position shares expertise, provides leadership, and is a recognized resource to EGLE and other state agencies and local governments, academia, and the general public on aspects related to renewable energy planning and the goals and commitments of the MI Healthy Climate Plan.

Position Description

This is a two-year limited term position with the possibility of extension.

Requirements

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience
Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.

Qualifications

Departmental Analyst 12 
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.

Additional Information

ABOUT EGLE:
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.

At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.

The State of Michigan offers a competitive benefits package for all career employees that include medical, dental and vision coverage, along with paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement and much more. Click the following link to learn more.
State of Michigan – Employee Benefits

Please attach a cover letter, resume and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

If applicable, you must attach an electronic and/or scanned copy of your official college/university transcripts. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalAnalyst.pdf