Title: Special Assistant to Deputy Assistant Secretary Renewable Energy
Location: Washington, DC
Job Type: Full-Time Hybrid
Salary: $95k-$120k/ year. Commensurate with experience.
Experience: 5+ years
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Date Updated: December 13, 2024
Company Description
Now is the time to join Lindahl Reed, Inc. Lindahl Reed is a professional services company that provides program management, engineering and technical, and management advisory services to federal, state, institutional, and commercial customers nationwide. We offer expertise in the health, energy, and environmental markets. Lindahl Reed was founded on the belief that we can advance a safer, healthier, and more resilient and sustainable world. Our solutions allow clients to work smarter and gain unique insights and understanding into their organization as well as improve decision-making to help meet their mission, business, compliance, and operational challenges – now and into the future. We are hiring creative, motivated, and talented people with a passion for doing what's right, what's smart, and what works.
Description/Job Summary
Lindahl Reed is seeking a Special Assistant to support the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Deputy Assistant Secretary for Renewable Energy (DAS-RE). The Renewable Energy Pillar comprises four technology offices: Geothermal Technologies Office, Solar Energy Technologies Office, Water Power Technologies Office, and Wind Energy Technologies Office. The Special Assistant will need to develop an understanding of each technology office’s programs, portfolios, and teams to recognize who the cognizant personnel within the RE pillar should be for various activities. They should have or be ready to develop a general understanding of the role within the energy landscape of RE’s primary stakeholders (such as electric utilities, manufacturers, developers, trade associations, state and federal regulators, etc.).
Position Responsibilities:
- Managing technical review materials and engaging with internal and external stakeholders
- Developing a daily briefing book for the DAS for review and approval of materials, including independently assessing whether materials are complete and working with technology and program managers to ensure all needed materials are included
- Handling materials that may include reports, memos, talking points or other communications materials, financial assistance materials, project proposals, budget documents, and other items
- Coordinating internal and external DAS meetings based on topic and technical material to be covered. Candidate should develop a strong enough understanding of technical portfolios and sensitivities to independently assess relative meeting priority, identify/recommend relevant attendees, and communicate with external stakeholders about relevant topics on behalf of the DAS
- Coordinating with travel scheduler to structure DAS travel to meet project or office needs
- Joining the DAS in meetings and conversations in order to track and assign due-outs, track down and provide follow-up documents/materials for the DAS, and keep abreast of high priority and sensitive items for DAS tracking and decision-making.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related technical discipline
- Demonstrated experience in technical work in energy
- Exceptional communication skills with proven experience engaging with various stakeholders
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to collect and analyze data to support management decisions
- Proven success working in a multi-disciplinary environment where teamwork is essential
- Professional attitude, strong attention to detail, and highly proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Self-starter, an ability to work both independently and as part of a highly dynamic collaborative team
- Must be able to work under tight deadlines, support multiple/simultaneous program/project efforts, and occasional travel
- Detail oriented with excellent organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills
- Experience working within the federal government and specifically the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy strongly preferred
Benefits
The following benefits are available to benefit-eligible employees:
- Medical Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Company paid Basic Life and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Development
By applying for hybrid work, you are able to set up your own ergonomic work environment.
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate may be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment with Lindahl Reed will be contingent upon the timely results of candidate’s reference/background check. This position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Lindahl Reed’s sole discretion.
