Support pilot implementation tasks for multiple innovative pilot programs. This includes:
Coordinating efforts with internal subject matter experts and external innovators
Organizing regularly scheduled project check-ins and providing project updates to management
Tracking project milestone completion
Identifying, communicating, and troubleshooting barriers to project implementation
Additionally, this position will be involved in cross-departmental work to identify current and future gaps within the Company's systems and helping to match those gaps with potential innovators.
This position will undertake additional Program Management roles as the opportunities present themselves for future Clean Energy Policy initiatives.
This position may also undertake responsibilities to support the effective operations of the Innovative Energy Solutions program including budget coordination, regulatory reporting, business continuity planning, and records information management.
Responsibilities
Assist with vetting of potential pilot programs under PURA's Innovative Energy Solutions program. This includes meeting with pilot innovators and matching proposed solutions with internal department areas.
Implement innovation pilots including but not limited to PURA mandated pilots under the Innovative Energy Solutions program. This includes the preparation of regulatory approval documents, stakeholder management and communications plans, and tracking and reporting.
Identify and report on pilot progress for assigned Clean Energy Policy programs. Responsible for developing, monitoring, and reporting key performance metrics.
Oversee pilot projects, providing direction and working with department heads to assure project teams are comprised of the types and amounts of resources needed to effectively execute pilots.
Monitor pilot execution and encourage robust project plans, risk assessments, contingency planning and internal and external communications and change management plans.
Education & Experience Required:
Bachelors degree in Business, English, Communications or a relevant field with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience can be considered.
Advanced PC skills including spreadsheet, data base management, SAP, and PowerPoint
Ability to work within all levels of the organization.
Teamwork and cross-functional leadership skills.
Excellent communication skills; i.e. effectively communicates with internal groups on ideas and resolves issues.
Ability to prioritize work and deliver results while managing multiple stakeholders and competing demands within a rapidly changing environment.
Competencies (this is standard for all jobs)
Growth & Continuous Improvement
Initiative & Change
Focused on Results
Customer Centric (internal and/or External)
Communication
Collaboration
Mobility Information
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