Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Overview Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell seeks an experienced leader to join her management team as Chief of the Energy & Ratepayer Advocacy Division (ERA).
Division:
Energy & Ratepayer Advocacy Division (ERA) – advocates on behalf of customers of Massachusetts electric, gas, and water companies. ERA’s mission includes ensuring just and reasonable rates, supporting a smart, cost-effective and equitable clean energy transition, and protecting consumers from predatory energy companies. Position
Division Chief
— full-time exempt position. The Division Chief, with a Deputy Chief, supervises a division of approximately 23 employees (Managing Attorneys, Assistant Attorneys General, Analysts, Paralegals, a Senior Policy Advisor, an Energy Consumer Liaison, and an Administrative Assistant). Responsibilities
Supervise and direct ERA’s ratepayer advocacy activities before the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU), ISO New England and NEPOOL, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Provide guidance on legal strategy and review/approve regulatory filings, public comment letters, civil investigative demands, civil complaints, and settlement agreements. Develop and implement ERA’s strategic policies, including policy toward the Commonwealth’s statutorily mandated clean energy goals; engage with the Legislature on energy policy and proposed legislation. Maintain relationships with external stakeholders; represent ERA at conferences, convenings, and other events to ensure ratepayer representation in energy policy discussions. Oversee division administration, including hiring and personnel matters, drafting periodic reports, attending meetings with the Attorney General and senior staff, and coordinating division events. Handle significant or sensitive matters as time permits. Position Details
Position Type:
Full-Time/Exempt Hybrid/work:
Some remote days; in-office at Boston or regional offices as required. Apply:
Apply directly through the Attorney General’s Office direct application page (BambooHR). Do not apply via MassCareers; applications submitted via MassCareers are not received. Qualifications
Must be a member of the Massachusetts Bar. At least seven (7) years of legal experience, with at least five years in regulatory or administrative law relevant to ERA’s work. Ability to litigate policy and technical issues with emphasis on economic, financial, and accounting issues. Demonstrated management, communication, legal-analytical, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills; sound judgment. Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including constituents, press, and other state, federal, and municipal officials. Ability to understand diverse perspectives and interact with communities with empathy and sensitivity. Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Active Massachusetts Bar membership in good standing at the time of application. The successful candidate should demonstrate a connection to the people and communities served and support a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Equal Opportunity:
The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Office encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. Application Instructions
Do not use the MassCareers “apply online” option. Apply directly at www.mass.gov/ago/employment. You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying. The application deadline is September 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM (ET). Contact for Inquiries Maria Patricelli, Managing Administrative Assistant
Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below. Energy and Environment Bureau Phone: (617) 963-2437 Additional Primary Location: Unclassified; Agency: Office of the Attorney General; Schedule: Full-time; Shift: Day; Job Posting: Sep 16, 2025, 5:52:17 PM; Number of Openings: 1
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Energy & Ratepayer Advocacy Division (ERA) – advocates on behalf of customers of Massachusetts electric, gas, and water companies. ERA’s mission includes ensuring just and reasonable rates, supporting a smart, cost-effective and equitable clean energy transition, and protecting consumers from predatory energy companies. Position
Division Chief
— full-time exempt position. The Division Chief, with a Deputy Chief, supervises a division of approximately 23 employees (Managing Attorneys, Assistant Attorneys General, Analysts, Paralegals, a Senior Policy Advisor, an Energy Consumer Liaison, and an Administrative Assistant). Responsibilities
Supervise and direct ERA’s ratepayer advocacy activities before the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU), ISO New England and NEPOOL, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Provide guidance on legal strategy and review/approve regulatory filings, public comment letters, civil investigative demands, civil complaints, and settlement agreements. Develop and implement ERA’s strategic policies, including policy toward the Commonwealth’s statutorily mandated clean energy goals; engage with the Legislature on energy policy and proposed legislation. Maintain relationships with external stakeholders; represent ERA at conferences, convenings, and other events to ensure ratepayer representation in energy policy discussions. Oversee division administration, including hiring and personnel matters, drafting periodic reports, attending meetings with the Attorney General and senior staff, and coordinating division events. Handle significant or sensitive matters as time permits. Position Details
Position Type:
Full-Time/Exempt Hybrid/work:
Some remote days; in-office at Boston or regional offices as required. Apply:
Apply directly through the Attorney General’s Office direct application page (BambooHR). Do not apply via MassCareers; applications submitted via MassCareers are not received. Qualifications
Must be a member of the Massachusetts Bar. At least seven (7) years of legal experience, with at least five years in regulatory or administrative law relevant to ERA’s work. Ability to litigate policy and technical issues with emphasis on economic, financial, and accounting issues. Demonstrated management, communication, legal-analytical, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills; sound judgment. Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including constituents, press, and other state, federal, and municipal officials. Ability to understand diverse perspectives and interact with communities with empathy and sensitivity. Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Active Massachusetts Bar membership in good standing at the time of application. The successful candidate should demonstrate a connection to the people and communities served and support a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Equal Opportunity:
The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Office encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. Application Instructions
Do not use the MassCareers “apply online” option. Apply directly at www.mass.gov/ago/employment. You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying. The application deadline is September 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM (ET). Contact for Inquiries Maria Patricelli, Managing Administrative Assistant
Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below. Energy and Environment Bureau Phone: (617) 963-2437 Additional Primary Location: Unclassified; Agency: Office of the Attorney General; Schedule: Full-time; Shift: Day; Job Posting: Sep 16, 2025, 5:52:17 PM; Number of Openings: 1
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