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April 18, 2025

Microgrid Project Manager, AnchorageRenewable Energy Alaska Project (REAP) is seeking a Microgrid Project Manager to work with remote Alaskan communities, national laboratories and other partners to help transition rural microgrids to more resilient energy systems.Location: Location: Anchorage, Alaska, with 8-12 trips annually across Alaska. The Microgrid Project Manager will have the opportunity to work from home in the greater Anchorage area, with occasional in-person meetings and travel, as required. Full-time office space is available in REAP’s office in The Boardroom at Denali Tower in Midtown Anchorage.Responsible to: The Microgrid Project Manager reports to REAP’s Community Programs Director and will work closely with the other Microgrid Project Manager and the national laboratories.Background: REAP is the only nonprofit in Alaska with a statewide focus on energy efficiency and renewable energy education and advocacy. REAP is a coalition of over 60 businesses, electric utilities, developers, Alaska Native organizations, educational institutions, nonprofits, and local governments. Since its founding in 2004, REAP has worked to educate policy makers and the public on important energy issues. Visit http://alaskarenewableenergy.org to learn more.The Microgrid Project Manager’s work directly supports REAP’s responsibilities as the Alaska Regional Partner for the Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project (ETIPP). ETIPP provides strategic energy planning, in-depth technical assistance, and cash awards to remote communities to improve their energy resilience. ETIPP is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. The program is supported by a network of four national laboratories and nine regional partner organizations that provide modeling, analysis, capacity building, education, and regional insight to support communities in developing secure, reliable, and affordable energy systems.Key Responsibilities Include:Assist communities and NREL in program outreach, applications, selection, and onboarding processesLead multiple complex projects through the entire lifecycle (12-24 months), including offboarding and follow upCoordinate, deliver, and facilitate community energy education, engagement, and outreachListen and understand the needs of selected communitiesConnect communities to resources, including funding opportunities, training, education, subject matter experts, etc.Serve as a resource for knowledge and expertise around localized culture, energy, stakeholders, economics, and ther regional characteristics to the national labs and other patterns from outside AlaskaServe as a liaison and advocate between national lab technical staff and community representatives to ensure scoping and project implementation meet community needsManage relationships between diverse community stakeholder groups, local utilities, technical lab team members outside Alaska and other partnersFacilitate and/or lead the strategic energy planning process with rural Alaskan communitiesFacilitate the formation and progress of regional and national knowledge-sharing networksCollaborate with NREL and REAP staff to provide feedback to improve state-wide and national ETIPP programMinimum Qualifications:We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at REAP to apply for this role. Ideal candidates should demonstrate an interest in climate and energy, an ability to think critically about energy issues, and a desire to learn about Alaska’s energy ecosystem.Two to five years of experience in a relevant fieldAbility to co-manage a program including record keeping, organization, attention to detail, and critical thinkingExperience working with Indigenous and/or rural communities, especially Alaska Native communitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to engage and collaborate with individuals and groups from diverse backgroundsStrong interpersonal communications and relationship-building skillsBudget oversight, deliverable tracking, and coordination of professionals and partners across disciplinesSelf-motivated, team-oriented and excited to travel to rural communitiesProficiency in standard office IT (Microsoft, Adobe, Google, Mac, Dropbox, etc.)Experience facilitating workshops and meetingsExperience working, living, or traveling in rural Alaska or equivalent cross-cultural environmentsAdditional Preferred Qualifications:We highly value candidates with knowledge of microgrids, isolated power systems, and rural utility operations. Ideal candidates will possess one or more of the following qualifications:Previous experience with technical assistance opportunitiesDemonstrated leadership and ability to work effectively with and through others in a decentralized and geographically dispersed organizationKnowledge of Alaskan energy institutions, infrastructure, and funding mechanismsExperience working with nonprofitsKnowledge of microgrid technologies and operations, including distributed energy resources, grid integration, control systems, grid management, energy distribution, and infrastructure development in rural or remote communitiesHands-on experience with energy projects in rural or isolated areas, particularly in Alaska or similar regionsKnowledge of regulatory frameworks and policies relevant to renewable energy and rural utility operations in Alaska (ie. PCE, IPPs, PPAs)Working Conditions: Most work will be done in a traditional office environment. At times, the Microgrid Project Manager may work in remote locations in variable weather conditions on difficult terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. This position will require travel by jet and small plane.Compensation: This is a permanent full-time position. $65,000-$75,000 +, depending on experience and qualifications. Includes escalating paid personal leave starting at three weeks and going up to six weeks/year, 14 paid holidays, a 15% no-match required retirement contribution, and optional access to a wellness benefit, as well as personal communication expense reimbursement and continuing education budget. REAP does not have a health care plan.Application Process: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please email the following five items to Sarah Brey at sbrey@realaska.orgcover letterrésuméat least one letter of recommendation2-4 additional referenceswriting sampleApplication Deadline: Complete applications for this position will be accepted until Thursday, May 8, with an ideal start date by or before June 2nd, 2025.REAP follows the spirit and intent of all federal, state and local employment law and is committed to equal employment opportunity. REAP is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, political af iliation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.Interested applicants can access a PDF version of this job announcement on REAP’s resource library here. 

April 18, 2025

The Regulatory Commission of Alaska is recruiting for a Utility Financial Analyst 4 located in Anchorage! What you will be doing:The Regulatory Commission of Alaska (RCA) is recruiting for a Utility Financial Analyst 4 position in Anchorage. The Utility Financial Analyst 4 is the supervisory level position and reviews complex or controversial rate filings and verbally defends recommendations to a panel of Commissioners. In addition, you would plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the Finance Section, including administration of the Power Cost Equalization program.   Our organization, mission, and culture: The RCA regulates public utilities (electric, water, sewer, refuse, and natural gas), pipeline carriers, and to a limited extent, telecommunications providers to ensure they provide safe and adequate services and facilities at just and reasonable rates, terms, and conditions. The Finance Section reviews filings where regulated utilities and pipeline carriers seek to revise their rates, assist in financial fitness review, and act as the staff docket manager on docket filings such as rate cases suspended for further investigation, regulatory assets, and dockets that are financial in nature. In addition, the Finance Section processes filings determining Power Cost Equalization amounts for non-regulated electric utilities.  Benefits of joining our team: Our team enjoys working with a variety of people, both inside the agency and with utilities and pipeline carriers. There is a balance of work performed independently and coordinating internally as a team. There is an opportunity for a hybrid telecommuting schedule after training is complete. The working conditions you can expect:The RCA is located in the heart of downtown Anchorage. The daily work environment can be busy at times with different deadlines to meet with a variety of work assignments. During downtime the team works to identify area's of improvement and implements changes to increase efficiencies. Who we are looking for:Accounting: Knowledge of traditional accounting practices including accrual, obligations, and costs methods.Decisiveness: Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions.Planning and Evaluating: Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes. Managing Performance: Takes responsibility for employees’ performance by setting and communicating expectations and goals that are specific and measurable, tracking progress against the goals, supporting employees’ efforts to achieve job goals (by providing resources, removing obstacles, acting as a buffer, etc.), ensuring feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly. .Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.

April 18, 2025

As an auditor, you will be responsible for ensuring the insurance industry is in compliance with tax state laws and regulations.  The primary responsibilities for this position include:Revenue Management: Ensuring the accuracy and timely remittance of over $72 million in insurance premium taxes and fees.Compliance Management: Conducting a minimum of three formal audits a year and reviewing over 1,200 tax reports for accuracy.Supervisory: Managing staff responsible for processing incoming revenue and reviewing licensee financial reports.Our organization, mission and culture:   The mission statement for the Division of Insurance is to regulate the insurance industry to protect Alaskan consumers. The Division of Insurance is a small division that consists of 48 positions split between Anchorage and Juneau with the Director based in Anchorage and the Deputy Director based in Juneau. The Financial Reports and Audits section within the division fosters an environment for learning and growth. We encourage critical thinking and value hard work, dependability, team work, and accountability.The benefits of joining our team: The Division of Insurance consist of highly motivated individuals, that believe in the the power and importance of teamwork. We strive to make everyone feel welcomed and appreciated.  The division's Financial Reports and Audits section fosters an environment where hard work and determination are noticed and appreciated. The Division encourages advancement within the Division, Department, and State of Alaska.The working environment you can expect:This position is on the 9th floor of the State Office Building in downtown Juneau, Alaska. The 9th floor also houses other divisions within the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development. The office consist of floor to ceiling windows that allows natural light to flow in the building. From the 9th floor we can view of the Governor's mansion and Juneau's beautiful mountain ranges. After the successful completion of the training plan, this position may be given the opportunity to telework part-time.Who we are looking for: Auditing: Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and procedures for conducting financial and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program audits.Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with State and federal laws, regulations, and guidance.Principles of Accounting: Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, standards, and practices (for example, double entry accounting, accrual accounting), including the full accounting cycle and the preparation of work sheets, financial statements, ledgers, and journals.Tax Law: Knowledge of accounting and tax law for individuals, sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations.Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.