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CSE is a national nonprofit working coast to coast to build a future with sustainable, equitable and resilient transportation, buildings and communities. Because of our work, businesses, property owners and consumers have growing access to electric vehicles and EV charging, solar energy, energy storage and other sustainable solutions.

We design and administer large-scale government and utility incentive programs that accelerate effective, equitable adoption of clean transportation and distributed energy resources. Unlike most nonprofits, we fund our work through contracts that we compete for and win in the marketplace.

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About You

You are a creative thinker with a data-driven, entrepreneurial mindset. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and do your best work collaborating with a team. You’re passionate about sustainability, even if you’re not an environmental expert. You bring a strong sense of accountability along with your unique experiences and knowledge to the work.

You’re a program manager, data scientist, web developer, rebate processing specialist, policy analyst, marketing and outreach expert, engineer or support staffer eager to join us in our one mission: Decarbonize.

Our Remote–First Culture

CSE’s collaborative, innovative team of 250+ employees work from home across the U.S.

We offer a convenient, flexible remote working environment that fosters connection wherever you are through continuous communication, team activities and a shared vision for a sustainable future.

Together, we seek to empower the most engaged and exhilarated workforce in the world.

Our Programs

Comprehensive Benefits

Balance work and life

Flexible alternative work schedule
24 paid hours annually for professional development
Paid parental leave
Paid vacation, sick time and 12 paid
holidays (including your birthday)

Note: Alternative work schedule not available for exempt positions.

Prioritize your health and well-being

Comprehensive medical insurance options (HMOs and PPOs, including HDHP with HSA)
Dental and vision insurance
Supplemental life insurance
Health care and dependent care flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Gym/fitness reimbursement

Plan for the future

403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Long-term disability
Basic life and AD&D insurance option
LegalShield and ID protection option

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Data Scientist

Salary: $60,000-70,000

Location: Remote

Team: Research & Analysis

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Summary of Position As a critical part of the Transparency and Insights (T&I) team at CSE, this Data Scientist role is dedicated to enhancing the organization's capabilities in program analysis, evaluation, and implementation through data-driven insights. The individual will play a key role in managing, analyzing, and interpreting data.…

Summary of Position

As a critical part of the Transparency and Insights (T&I) team at CSE, this Data Scientist role is dedicated to enhancing the organization's capabilities in program analysis, evaluation, and implementation through data-driven insights. The individual will play a key role in managing, analyzing, and interpreting data. Additionally, this position is responsible for contributing to the development of novel models for various projects within the CSE Transparency & Insights Department.

Core Responsibilities

Data Analysis and Insights Generation

Assemble, manipulate, analyze, and interpret data from diverse sources, potentially collaborating with external research partners.
Apply statistical models and machine learning techniques to derive insights from data.
Ensure the quality and accuracy of data analysis performed, implementing quality control (QC) measures.
Document analytical methods and contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Assist in report automation efforts, focusing on text and figure generation for internal and external clients.

Data Visualization and Application Support

Develop and maintain web-based data visualizations, interactive maps, and reporting tools to communicate insights effectively.
Facilitate the extraction and reporting of data from PostgreSQL databases, flat files, and other data sources.
Work under the mentorship of senior T&I team members to meet project objectives.

Core Knowledge and Skills

Technical Proficiency

Experience with Generative AI APIs and proficiency in prompt engineering for various applications, including but not limited to data extraction and content generation.
Proficient in Python for data and statistical analysis, utilizing libraries like pandas, matplotlib, and sklearn.
Knowledgeable in object-oriented programming and ETL pipeline development.
Skilled in geospatial analysis, including the use of libraries like Geopandas and Shapely.
Experience with standard geospatial data formats (e.g., shapefiles), spatial databases (e.g., PostGIS) and GIS software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS).
Experienced with software version control using Git.
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Plotly, Quicksight) and survey platforms (e.g., Alchemer).

Cloud Computing

Basic knowledge of AWS services such as IAM, EC2 and RDS.

Soft Skills

Exceptional attention to detail, along with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Self-motivated with the ability to manage deadlines for multiple concurrent projects, using project management tools effectively.
Proactive in communicating with team members in a remote environment and open to seeking and receiving feedback.

Special Interests

A keen interest in data science applications within research and sustainable energy sectors.

Preferred Skills

A foundational understanding of the energy sector, including electric vehicles, energy efficiency, distributed generation, or energy storage.

Required Education and Experience

1-3 years of experience in data analysis or a related field.
Bachelor’s degree in a field with substantial analytical content, such as statistics, economics, computer science, social science, environmental science, or engineering.

Additional Information

Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines.

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Director of Regulatory Engagement

Salary: $134,000 - $150,000

Location: Remote

Team: Policy

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The Director of Regulatory Engagement will work closely in collaboration with the Director of Regulatory Affairs and Director of Government Affairs to develop and implement Center for Sustainable Energy (CSE)’s regulatory and policy agendas. The Director will facilitate CSE’s regulatory engagement activities, including ex-parte and quasi-legislative communications, as well as compliance filings, advice letters, and participation in relevant proceedings at the state and federal level. Foremost of the duties of the Director is to support CSE’s key relationships with state regulatory agencies, through regular meetings and continuous interactions, on behalf of both our existing programs and new initiatives. The Director will manage a team of two to five staff with expertise in specific policy subject matter and will lead the team in tracking proceedings and leading preparation of regulatory comments, as well as informing CSE program teams of relevant proceedings and decisions. The Director will work closely with policy and program staff to further specific program goals and enhance our organization’s reputation with regulators. This will involve establishing and maintaining routine communications and productive working relationships with regulatory agency officials, utility staff, and other key stakeholders while ensuring that policy team staff maintain them as well.

Core Responsibilities:

Lead the development and execution of CSE’s regulatory agency engagement, including ex-parte, quasi-legislative, and general informational meetings.
Direct regulatory engagement, including actively tracking key and participating in regulatory actions and proceedings, scheduling, filings, and notices regarding Distributed Energy Resources, Clean Transportation, Climate Change, and other mission-related topics.
Develop and maintain positive, productive relationships with agency commissioners, regulatory staff, and other relevant stakeholder leaders through a regular cadence of meetings and follow-up.
Assist in the development of CSE positions on specific legislative efforts in Distributed Energy Resources, Clean Transportation, Climate Change, and other mission-related areas.
Collaborate and coordinate with relevant stakeholder groups on regulatory initiatives.
Proactively engage key regional and statewide stakeholders on issues of importance to CSE’s mission.
Provide forward guidance to the Policy team and develop regulatory updates, including the Policy Team annual calendar.
Monitor state regulatory policy developments that are relevant to CSE; prepare written and oral reports interpreting and detailing these developments.
Represent CSE, its programs and policy positions in a variety of public and official forums.
Manage at least one and up to three direct reports supporting the above tasks, while fostering junior staff’s professional development.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

5-10 years of experience in state regulatory work.
In-depth knowledge of state regulatory agencies and processes, including ex-parte and other forms of communications, in addition to filings, response letters, and program handbooks.
Strong knowledge of, and relationships with, key networks in state government and agencies on issues related to sustainable energy and clean transportation.
Excellent skills in analyzing, understanding, and translating complex legislative and policy issues to advise on pending legislation, regulatory action, and changes in key government policy.
Direct experience with energy policy development and advocacy at the state level.
Excellent, efficient writing and editing abilities in the policy context.
Ability to communicate clearly, tactfully, and persuasively to individuals and groups.
Proven networking abilities and a talent for coalition-building and ideation.
Demonstrated success in developing robust policy solutions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Sense of discretion, independent judgment, and the ability to work effectively under deadline.
Proficiency with standard office software packages such as MS Office: Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.

Preferred

Knowledge of CSE programs/projects.
Highly developed research skills; ability to find and synthesize information on specific energy topics, utilizing the widest variety of credible sources.
In-depth knowledge of at least one transportation or energy-specific policy issue (preferably several).
Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously within sometimes challenging time constraints.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy or related discipline/coursework from a four-year college or university.
Juris Doctorate Degree Required
Must have passed The State Bar of California and remain in good standing

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Our Values

Data Driven

We use data to ensure our programs are effective and efficient and that funds are deployed to maximize benefits.

Inclusive

We achieve our vision by creating a collaborative, welcoming and supportive environment where everyone can belong and participate.

Independent

We employ a fee-for-service business model, freeing us from the influence of shareholders, members and donors, and ensuring our independence.

Entrepreneurial

We ask questions and turn ideas into action, continuously improving how we think, work and innovate.

Trusted

We approach every decision and interaction with integrity, honesty and transparency.

Our Values

Affirmative Action - CSE’s policy is to recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels, employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religious grooming or dress practices, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

E-Verify - CSE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm U.S. work authorization. More about E-Verify

Background Checks - Based on the position, applicants may be asked to satisfactorily complete a criminal background check.

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