Energy Policy Analyst

Research and analyze energy policy issues including electricity market design, utility regulation, renewable portfolio standards, and energy efficiency programs to inform regulatory proceedings, legislative advocacy, and corporate strategy. Prepare policy briefs, regulatory comments, and stakeholder presentations on energy market developments. Monitor federal and state regulatory proceedings and provide timely analysis of policy changes affecting energy markets.

Median salary: $95,000. Projected growth to 2033: 10% (faster than average) - driven by energy transition policy complexity. Typical education: Master's Degree.

At a glance

Median salary: $95,000
Entry-level: $60,000 - $78,000
Senior: $140,000+
Growth by 2033: 10% (faster than average) - driven by energy transition policy complexity
Demand: Growing
Remote: Hybrid
Hours per week: 40-50 hours/week
Stress: Moderate

What you'd do

People interaction: Moderate
Team vs solo: 50% Team / 50% Solo
Client facing: Sometimes
Impact visibility: High

How to get there

Minimum education: Master's Degree
Licensing: No
Years to mid-career: 3-5 years
Years to senior: 7-10 years
Career switching: Moderate
Typical student debt: $35,000 - $70,000

Skills you'll use

Hard skills

FERC & State PUC Regulatory Process
Electricity Market Design & ISO/RTO Operations
Renewable Portfolio Standard Analysis
Energy Efficiency Program Evaluation
Integrated Resource Planning (IRP)
Quantitative Policy Modelling (R / Python / Stata)

Soft skills

Policy Research & Analysis
Written Communication
Regulatory Interpretation
Stakeholder Engagement
Analytical Thinking

Technical complexity: High

Typical career path