Director of Rural and Alternative Energy Programs

Job Description Job Description Director of Rural Energy & Alternative Energy Programs Recruitment is open to Alaskan residents, only: Our Program Director position is Responsible for the management and oversight of the Alaska Energy Authority’s Alternative Energy and Rural Energy Program (such as Rural Power System Upgrades and Bulk Fuel Upgrades, M&I, Electrical Emergencies, Circuit Rider and Training). Provides Renewable and Rural Energy expertise and guidance to internal staff and external stakeholders on the relevant Renewable and Rural Energy technology as well as providing technical assistance in the development of grant applications for potential Renewable Energy Fund (REF) and Rural Energy grants. Manages the planning, design and construction of renewable energy and rural energy projects throughout Alaska. Knowledge of AEA efforts statewide is critical to the success of this position. This position directly supervises 4 employees. We're looking for someone who has a Bachelor's degree and advanced training in engineering, or a related field and 10 years of experience in project/program management and construction. “Strong” preference will be given to candidates with a professional engineering license in the State of Alaska. Preference will be given to candidates that are currently certified as Project Management Professionals (PMP). Company Description About Alaska Energy Authority The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is a public corporation of the State of Alaska governed by a board of directors with the mission to “reduce the cost of energy in Alaska.” AEA is the state's energy office and lead agency for statewide energy policy and program development. Whether building modern and code-compliant bulk fuel tank farms, upgrading to high-efficiency generators in rural powerhouse systems or integrating renewable energy projects, AEA emphasizes community-based project management. AEA’s core programs work to diversify Alaska’s energy portfolio, lead energy planning and policy, invest in Alaska’s energy infrastructure, and provide rural Alaska with technical and community assistance. AEA also manages the Renewable Energy Fund, the Emerging Energy Technology Fund, the Power Cost Equalization Program and various Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs. AEA provides grants and loans for qualified energy infrastructure projects and also owns energy infrastructure for the benefit of Alaskans. Company Description About Alaska Energy Authority\r\nThe Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is a public corporation of the State of Alaska governed by a board of directors with the mission to “reduce the cost of energy in Alaska.” AEA is the state's energy office and lead agency for statewide energy policy and program development.\r\n\r\n Whether building modern and code-compliant bulk fuel tank farms, upgrading to high-efficiency generators in rural powerhouse systems or integrating renewable energy projects, AEA emphasizes community-based project management. AEA’s core programs work to diversify Alaska’s energy portfolio, lead energy planning and policy, invest in Alaska’s energy infrastructure, and provide rural Alaska with technical and community assistance.\r\n\r\nAEA also manages the Renewable Energy Fund, the Emerging Energy Technology Fund, the Power Cost Equalization Program and various Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs. AEA provides grants and loans for qualified energy infrastructure projects and also owns energy infrastructure for the benefit of Alaskans.