Senior Energy Operations Specialist

Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : Richland County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 178628Agency: Office of Regulatory StaffOpening Date: 07/29/2025Closing Date: 8/12/2025 5:00 PM EasternAgency Specific Application Procedures:: Online application is preferred.Class Code:: UA45Position Number:: 61149841Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)Pay Grade: UnclassifiedOpening Date: 07/29/2025EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerVeteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job ResponsibilitiesThe South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) represents the public interest of South Carolina in utility regulation for the major utility industries - electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water/wastewater, and transportation - before the Public Service Commission (PSC), the court system, and state and federal regulatory bodies. Additionally, the ORS houses the state's Energy Office, Broadband Office, Equipment Distribution Program (EDP), and has responsibility for oversight of railroad safety and natural gas pipeline safety in South Carolina. The SC Energy Office promotes energy efficiency, renewable energy, and clean transportation through a variety of initiatives and programs providing technical and financial assistance, education and outreach, and data and research. The Senior Energy Operations Specialist reports directly to the Energy Office Director and provides essential operational, administrative, and project management support to the office. Job duties include:Office Operations: Coordinate day-to-day office functions to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to internal policies and procedures, including coordinating team training for new and updated systems.Lead the internal development and tracking of operational guidance documents, standard operating procedures, and workflows. Assist with maintaining compliance with required state and federal policies and regulations. Finance and Budget Coordination: Coordinate with program and finance teams to review and process invoices, purchase requests, and travel reimbursements to ensure timely reimbursements.Support the development and administration of contracts, grants, and agreements in accordance with state and federal procurement and grant requirements. Assist in preparing grant and loan documents, including reviewing files, records, and assembling documents.Project Management Collaborate with Energy Office program managers to support procurement, grant administration, and contract management. Support state and federal reporting requirements, including tracking timelines, milestones, and nduct research on emerging energy policy and technology to support new and existing programs. Provide programmatic support and oversight of Energy Office programs, as assigned. Administrative Support: Provide general office support including supply inventory, equipment, and other administrative inquiries. Monitor Energy Office Customer Service email, website, and other external correspondence. Support staff training, travel, technology, and new hire onboarding. Assemble materials and assist staff with offsite Energy Office events.South Carolina is a great place to live and work! The State of South Carolina offers its employees generous benefits and a healthy work-life balance. FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY, AND YOUR FUTURE15 days sick leave15 days annual leave13 paid holidaysPaid parental leaveMilitary leaveHealth coverage including prescriptionsDentalVisionLife insuranceLong-term disabilityFlexible spending accountsAdoption assistanceRetirement planSupplemental retirement savings plan Minimum and Additional Requirements Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant administrative experience in an office setting. Preferred Qualifications Experience coordinating office and operation functions. Strong knowledge of procurement, grants, or budgetary processes, preferably in a public sector context.Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and other common computer programs.Knowledge of energy policy and energy-related programs.Project management experience is desirable. Additional Comments Position may require travel, out-of-town lodging, and occasional weekend and after-hours work.Must possess a valid driver's license.All ORS employees are required to attend ethics training annually for continued employment.All ORS employees are prohibited from owning equity in regulated utilities.Work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.Remote work is not available, and employees work in-office at 1901 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201.Benefits for State EmployeesThe state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.