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Policy Scholar, Energy PolicyTexas Public Policy Foundation • Austin, TX, United States
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Policy Scholar, Energy Policy

Policy Scholar, Energy Policy

Texas Public Policy Foundation • Austin, TX, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Texas Public Policy Foundation is seeking an experienced and motivated Policy Scholar to join our Life:Powered campaign.

About TPPF:

The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit research-based think tank in Austin, Texas. Established in 1989, TPPF promotes conservative principles and develops free-market approaches to public policy challenges affecting Texans and all Americans. To achieve its mission, TPPF analyzes complex issues, creates legislative policy solutions, and advocates for those solutions at the Texas Legislature, Congress, and other public forums.

Life at TPPF:

The Foundation offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organization that shapes the future of Texas & beyond through innovative thought leadership. At TPPF, you will have the opportunity to be part of an engaged team whose mission is to create a freer future for all Texans and Americans. We look for individuals who are passionate about advancing conservative public policy and embody servant leadership. With a strong belief in personal responsibility, we trust our people and want to empower them to make the right decisions for the right reasons - this is why it is crucial we bring the right people on board. We value our team and work to cultivate a culture of hard work, entrepreneurship, intellectual curiosity, and collaboration. As a team, we support one another and strive to create an environment in which our team members are inspired to excel, motivated to innovate, and empowered to be servant leaders for the cause of liberty.

The Role:
Description:

The Policy Scholar will specifically focus on energy and water policy with the goal of ensuring that Texas has an abundant supply of water and affordable, reliable energy. This position will conduct in-depth research supporting the Life:Powered campaign's legislative priorities, develop policy recommendations, and advocate for reforms that advance the Foundation's goals.

The ideal candidate for this role is inquisitive and entrepreneurial, with demonstrated knowledge and experience in electricity markets and/or water supply, quality, and infrastructure.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Conduct original research and quantitative/qualitative analysis of energy and water policy
  • Produce high-quality scholarship with the aim of academic publication
  • Educate lawmakers and members of the public on complex issues impacting the availability of affordable, reliable electricity and water in Texas
  • Assist the Life:Powered campaign with the development of policy recommendations
  • Provide formal testimony, as needed, in legislative hearings and other public forums
  • Take advantage of both internal and external ongoing development opportunities
  • Represent the Foundation in media as required.
Qualifications:
  • Two or more years of experience in energy and/or water policy
  • Demonstratable ability to produce top-tier academic research
  • Strong research and writing abilities
  • Strong quantitative and qualitive analysis skillset, including experience with Microsoft Excel and statistical software packages like SPSS, Stata, R, and the like
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field, science, or engineering preferred


Benefits at TPPF:

TPPF values our team members and strives to provide a comprehensive benefits package so that our people can focus on achieving the mission. We offer competitive salaries and excellent health insurance, for staff & dependents. In addition, we have generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policies, including holidays and parental leave, and retirement contribution matching.
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