Manager, Interior West Government Affairs

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

SunEdison is one of the world’s leading solar companies. Globally it produces more than 260 MW of solar energy capacity, has 450 operational sites, and has delivered 730,529 MW onto the grid. In California, SunEdison currently has 278 solar project sites.The company develops, finances and operates distributed generation solar power plants using proven photovoltaic technologies, delivering fully managed, predictably priced solar energy services for its commercial, government and utility customers.

SunEdison is a wholly owned subsidiary of MEMC, an S&P 500 corporation and a premier manufacturer of silicon wafers for the solar and high technology industries.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

The Manager Interior West Government Affairs will lead the company’s government affairs efforts (legislative and regulatory) in states west of the Mississippi exclusive of the West Coast states, and focused on Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Nevada. This position will monitor developments in these solar markets and work with the Vice President, Government Affairs to develop appropriate strategies to grow new markets and protect existing markets. This person is responsible for creating and building relationships with various associations, policy-makers, lobbyists and government affairs personnel from other industry related companies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee regulatory and legislative responsibility for CO, AZ, NM, UT, and NV
• Serve as SunEdison’s liaison with elected officials and regulatory departments
• Utilize a deep understanding of renewable energy financing to influence policy-makers
• Ability to meet several disparate goals at the same time
• Serve as an all purpose resource for all SunEdison business units
• Ability to operate in a fast paced environment with little or no supervision
• Identify loan, grant and other opportunities created from initiatives set at the local, state and federal levels

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, public policy, government or other suitable subject.
• 3-5 years experience working for an energy company, environmental group, renewable company or renewable trade association
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter with sound judgment
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is helpful for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines.

The job is performed indoors in a fast paced office setting.

 REMUNERATION

SunEdison offers a competitive base salary + performance based bonus program with a leading, high growth entrepreneurial company. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental coverage; life insurance; hybrid vehicle assistance; public transportation assistance; generous paid time off and a matching 401(k) program.

SunEdison is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to recruiting@sunedison.com or call 443-909-7200 to let us know the nature of your request.