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Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting long periods of time. Lifting objects up to 10 lbs.
Shift
8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday, some travel required.
Job Summary
The Kentucky Energy Planning and Inventory Commission ( EPIC ) is seeking to fill the position of Executive Director. EPIC , administered by the University of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research, is an independent state commission tasked with insuring sufficiency, reliability and resiliency of the Kentucky electric power system. The executive director will be responsible to the executive committee of the commission and carry out the functions assigned by the commission board. The executive director will serve as subject-matter expert to the commission and supervise commission staff. Duties will include proposing an annual work plan, collection of data, analysis and modeling of the power system, economic and demand forecasting, and reporting. The executive director will represent the commission at the local, state and national level including all regulatory proceedings. Proven leadership, technical abilities and effective communication skills are required.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Technical competence in utility/electric power system planning and analysis [demand, supply, costs, resiliency, etc.]. Analytical/critical thinking. Planning/organization.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Economics, public policy and finance, law, engineering
Deadline to Apply
Deadline to Apply 08/10/2025
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Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Required Documents ResumeCover Letter Optional Documents
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