Application Guide

How to Apply for Policy Principal - ERCOT

at Advanced Energy Economy

🏢 About Advanced Energy Economy

Advanced Energy Economy (AEE) is a national association of businesses dedicated to accelerating the transition to 100% clean energy, reducing costs, and creating millions of jobs. As a policy principal focused on ERCOT, you'll be at the forefront of shaping Texas's competitive wholesale electricity market to support advanced energy technologies and grid reliability.

About This Role

This role involves leading TAEBA's (Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance) engagement at ERCOT, including monitoring stakeholder committees, drafting comments and position statements, and developing policy strategies. Your work will directly influence market rules that enable advanced energy technologies, enhance grid reliability, and deliver consumer savings in Texas.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing ERCOT meeting agendas and materials, participating in a stakeholder working group call, drafting comments on a proposed market rule, and meeting with TAEBA members to align on advocacy strategy. You'll also coordinate with AEE's national team and respond to emerging policy developments.

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🎯 Who Advanced Energy Economy Is Looking For

  • Has at least 3 years of experience in policy analysis or advocacy, with specific expertise in FERC or competitive wholesale electricity markets (ERCOT knowledge is a strong plus).
  • Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills, with a proven ability to draft clear, persuasive comments and present publicly.
  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and a track record of building productive relationships with diverse stakeholders, including market participants, regulators, and member companies.
  • Holds a bachelor's degree (master's preferred) and is comfortable navigating technical market rules and translating them into strategic advocacy.

📝 Tips for Applying to Advanced Energy Economy

1

Tailor your resume to highlight any direct experience with ERCOT market rules, stakeholder processes, or FERC-related advocacy.

2

In your cover letter, mention specific ERCOT initiatives or working groups you've followed or contributed to, such as the ERCOT Market Enhancement Roadmap.

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Showcase your ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, actionable policy positions—this is a key skill for drafting comments.

4

If you have experience with member-based organizations or coalition-building, emphasize how you've engaged stakeholders to drive consensus.

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Research TAEBA's recent filings and public comments on ERCOT issues (available on ERCOT's website) to demonstrate your proactive interest.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your deep understanding of ERCOT's market design and stakeholder processes, and how they impact advanced energy technologies.", 'Your ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders (e.g., renewable developers, storage companies, grid operators) to advance shared goals.', "Specific examples of policy wins or advocacy campaigns you've led that align with AEE's mission of clean energy and competitive markets.", 'Your enthusiasm for remote work and self-motivation in a fast-paced, policy-driven environment.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review TAEBA's website and recent publications to understand their advocacy priorities and member companies.
  • → Study ERCOT's stakeholder process, including the role of committees like the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and working groups.
  • → Read AEE's national policy positions and how they connect to Texas-specific issues, such as the ERCOT Market Enhancement Roadmap and recent PUC proceedings.
  • → Familiarize yourself with key ERCOT market rules related to renewable integration, energy storage, and demand response.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through how you would approach monitoring and prioritizing ERCOT stakeholder committee meetings—which groups are most critical?
2 Describe a time you drafted a policy comment or position statement that influenced a regulatory outcome. What was your process?
3 How would you balance the interests of TAEBA members (e.g., solar, wind, storage, energy efficiency) when they have conflicting positions on an ERCOT market rule?
4 What are the key challenges facing ERCOT's market design today, and how would you recommend TAEBA address them?
5 How do you stay informed about ERCOT developments, and what tools or networks do you use to track policy changes?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic cover letter; this role requires demonstrated knowledge of ERCOT and wholesale markets.
  • Avoid focusing solely on technical expertise without showing advocacy and communication skills—this role is about influencing policy.
  • Don't neglect to mention your experience with remote collaboration or stakeholder engagement, as the role is remote and relationship-driven.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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