Solar Residiential Deployment Regulatory Manager
Solar Residiential Deployment Regulatory Manager
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ARIZONA GOVERNORS OFFICE
Solar for All Arizonans (SFA AZ) is a transformational opportunity for the State of Arizona to bring the benefits of the states abundant solar resources to the states lowincome and disadvantaged communities. Arizona is one of the sunniest states with one of the nations fastest growing solar markets. Yet the benefits of solar markets are not currently distributed fairly across Arizonas diverse communities. This program will provide more than $150M in EPA investments to bring extensive benefits to lowincome and disadvantaged communities through innovative solar deployments and longterm changes to solar markets.
Solar for All Arizonans will deploy approximately 61 MW of additional new solar dedicated to supporting lowincome and CEJST designated disadvantaged communities as designated under the EPA SolarforAll definition. This initiative will use three strategies to expand innovative market mechanisms that support deployment of solar energy in lowincome and disadvantaged communities: 1 expand rooftop solar ownership 2 create for the first time a neighborhood solar program and 3 pilot a solarplusstorage resilience program.
This position is dependent on a federally funded grant which expires in April 2029.
SOLAR RESIDIENTIAL DEPLOYMENT & REGULATORY MANAGER
1700 West Washington
Phoenix Arizona 85007
Annual Salary Range: $90000 $105000
Grade: 01
This posting will close on June 15 2025
Work with the SFA AZ Solar Program Impact Evaluator to manage all SFA AZ compliance requirements establish standards/best practices and guide program teams on any changes/improvements
With other SFA AZ program managers and other relevant partners help develop critically needed workforce development pathways to quality green jobs for residents of lowincome disadvantaged rural and Tribal communities
Manage SFA AZ procurement processes subaward contracts and routine monitoring of administrative compliance in partnership with the Solar Program Impact Evaluator and the Governors Office Procurement staff
Support management of the programs budgets to ensure optimal allocation of resources to achieve program goals without overspending
Assist Solar Program Impact Evaluator in development of standards and processes to meet SFA AZ compliance and quality requirements
Coordinate with the Solar Community Development/Engagement Educator to facilitate Statewide stakeholder engagement
Ensure all program objectives timelines evaluations and reporting are achieved on time as it relates to SFA AZ strategy
This position will report directly to the Arizona Governors Office of Resiliency Director
Responsible for the overall success of the SFA AZ residential rooftop solar program
Actively monitor and assess policy relevant to the programs scope and objectives
Understanding of applicable federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to grants and grants management procedures
Ability to work in diverse political and cultural environments
Experience in solar deployment within the residential sector
BA/BS degree in a relevant field; advanced degrees favored
5 years in program management and/or project leadership
Expertise in budget management and contract negotiation
Strategic vision development and operational excellence
Proficiency in federal program management
Leadership and team management skills
Experience in engaging with communities historically underrepresented or underserved in the energy sector
Experience in the energy sector especially with utilities renewable energy or government contracts
Knowledge of the solar industry including market trends and technologies
Masters degree in a relevant field
Economics political science public policy public administration business planning or other social sciences
Ability to maintain a clean driving record; Ability to pass a background check performed by Arizona Department of Public Safety
Ability to possess and maintain a valid Arizona Drivers License and operate a motor vehicle
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.
The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Optional employee benefits include shortterm disability insurance deferred compensation plans and supplemental life insurance
Life insurance and longterm disability insurance
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Sick leave
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Please note enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ariel Gonzalez at for assistance
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
