Headquartered in Portland, OR, we are the Bonneville Power Administration (best know as BPA). We' been providing over a third of the electricity consumed in the Pacific Northwest for more than 70 years. While we take pride in helping to "keep the lights on" we also fund and manage one of the largest fish and wildlife programs in the world; invest in new renewable generating resources such as wind and geothermal projects; and are proud to be a leading partner in promoting energy conservation and efficiency programs.

How are we able to accomplish so much? It's simple - our people! We enjoy a range of competitive benefits including flexible work schedules, generous leave, secure retirement, and much more. And the best part of all, our employees know they make an impact every day providing a critical service to their communities while they get to work, live, and play in the great Pacific Northwest! You can learn more about BPA at www.bpa.gov.

Position Summary

As BPA's Greenhouse Gas (GHG)/CO2 Policy Strategist you are the senior technical consultant and advisor to BPA management on the development and implementation of strategic goals and objectives, policies, and programs related to global, national, regional, and local GHG/CO2 issues and their relative impact to BPA mission, responsibilities, and business services and products. You advise the BPA Administrator and other senior management, providing programmatic guidance and direction to the development, implementation, and leadership of the overall BPA GHG/CO2 reduction strategy and programs. The operating environment of this position is composed of a large number of highly complex regulatory, contractor, public, political, and interagency relationships, all of which must be managed with a very high order of skill, knowledge, tact and discretion, and judgment.

Qualifications

Desirable candidates will have experience as the senior technical consultant and advisor to senior management of a large organization on the development and implementation of strategic goals and objectives, policies, and programs related to global, national, regional, and local GHG/CO2 issues and their relative impact on the organization's mission, responsibilities, and business services and products.

How to Apply

Your application will initially be screened based only on the written material you provide in your application. A complete application includes your resume and your responses to the knowledges, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position as defined in Announcement #005310-08-DE, Greenhouse Gas Policy Strategist available at http://www.jobs.bpa.gov/Job_Search/index.aspx or call (877) 975-4272 for a mailed copy. This announcement will provide you with detailed and specific application instructions. Applications will be accepted through 03-31-08 from U.S. citizens only. A pre-appointment background investigation is required.

Applications will be accepted through 03-31-08 from U.S. citizens only.

A pre-appointment background investigation is required.

Benefits

BPA was recently selected as one of the top companies and agencies in Oregon to receive the "Families in Good Company" award for demonstrating community leadership in assisting employees in balancing work and family responsibilities. Here are just a few examples of how we do it…

• Up to 13 days of vacation time to start
• Ten paid holidays per year
• Unlimited sick leave accrual
• Affordable health insurance
• Life insurance provided
• Secure Retirement Program
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Tax deferred, agency matching investment plan
• Complete on-the-job injury/illness coverage
• Family friendly leave
• Voluntary leave donation/recipient program
• Employee Referral Program
• Federal Credit Union
• Fitness on-site and/or reimbursement program.

For more detailed information on benefits please visit http://www.jobs.bpa.gov/Benefits/

Apply for This Job

Contact Person: Terry Klinefelter
Email Address: recruiter@bpa.gov
Phone: 503-230-5338