Regulatory Affairs Analyst

Summary

Dandelion Energy is a residential geothermal company transforming how homes are heated and cooled through cleaner, more efficient systems. The Regulatory Affairs Analyst will lead utility rebate and incentive efforts, develop regulatory engagement strategies, represent the company before utilities and regulators, and translate policy into business results.

Responsibilities

• Develop and carry out our utility incentive engagement strategy across Dandelion's markets
• Work with the Policy and Regulatory team to decide which regulatory efforts are most strategic for the business
• Defend existing incentives by monitoring evolving markets and engaging in ongoing regulatory proceedings
• Write clear, detailed comments, memos, and presentations for utilities, regulators, and program administrators
• Represent Dandelion transparently and persuasively to utility rebate program staff, regulators, and other decision makers
• Build and maintain strong relationships with utility, government, and industry stakeholders, drawing on your existing network or building a new one
• Engage trade groups and coalitions where they can advance our goals
• Communicate Dandelion's interests in ways that push building decarbonization and electrification policy forward
• Train and support the sales team so they understand the rebates and incentives available in their regions
• Partner with internal experts to develop well-grounded policy recommendations, getting into the details where it matters
• Keep business strategy and ROI at the center of your work

Skills

• 3+ years of experience with utility regulation, energy efficiency programs, or the public sector, ideally at the intersection of business and policy. Relevant paths include policy advocacy, work at a utility, work in federal, state, or local government, or a similar role at another company
• Direct familiarity with utility incentive and energy efficiency programs, and a genuine interest in energy policy and utility regulation
• Experience collaborating across multiple external groups
• An analytical mindset and a willingness to dig into the details of regulatory issues and utility proceedings
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to turn complex topics into clear, simple messages
• Strong interpersonal skills: you work well with colleagues across teams and backgrounds, influence outcomes, and build credibility with senior leaders
• The ability to operate within business constraints, including limited resources, tight timelines, and a focus on ROI. Business experience is not required
• Comfort in a fast-paced, low-structure environment where change is the norm
• A bachelor's degree from a four-year university
• Familiarity with new construction energy efficiency programs, builder incentives, or building energy codes
• Experience in one or more of our markets: the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, or Colorado

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3+ years of experience with utility regulation, energy efficiency programs, or the public sector, ideally at the intersection of business and policy. Relevant paths include policy advocacy, work at a utility, work in federal, state, or local government, or a similar role at another company
• Direct familiarity with utility incentive and energy efficiency programs, and a genuine interest in energy policy and utility regulation
• Experience collaborating across multiple external groups
• An analytical mindset and a willingness to dig into the details of regulatory issues and utility proceedings
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to turn complex topics into clear, simple messages
• Strong interpersonal skills: you work well with colleagues across teams and backgrounds, influence outcomes, and build credibility with senior leaders
• The ability to operate within business constraints, including limited resources, tight timelines, and a focus on ROI. Business experience is not required
• Comfort in a fast-paced, low-structure environment where change is the norm
• A bachelor's degree from a four-year university

Nice to Haves

• Familiarity with new construction energy efficiency programs, builder incentives, or building energy codes
• Experience in one or more of our markets: the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, or Colorado

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including mental health coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Commuter benefits
• Generous paid sick leave
• Generous paid vacation
• Generous paid parental leave
• Learning and development support, including on-the-job training and virtual courses