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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID # 173711
Job Category: Business Operations / Strategy
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Strategy & Growth
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
The PG&E Building Electrification and Efficiency Programs (BEEP) group focuses on inspiring and empowering our customers to eliminate unnecessary energy use, reduce their carbon footprint and save money. We manage a diverse portfolio of products and strategic programs that expertly deliver the right solutions across all customer segments, sizes, geographic locations and engagement preferences. As one of the nation’s largest energy efficiency (EE) portfolios, BEEP is helping to transform markets, set building codes and appliance standards, and be the marker by which all other utilities are measured.
The BEEP Policy Shaping, Analysis, and Compliance team seeks to shape and improve the policy and regulatory environment to give customers choice and control over how they use and manage energy and achieve California’s climate and clean energy goals. The team provides the larger EE team with the right tools, policies, strategy, data analytics, and compliance support they need to be successful portfolio managers. The team works closely with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and other Program Administrators (PAs) to develop and analyze EE policies and strategies, recommend policy changes, provide guidance on EE program compliance items, and communicate PG&E EE accomplishments. The team also supports other PG&E lines of business providing thought leadership on state legislative bills, California Energy Commission (CEC) proposals, and other state EE policy issues.
Position Summary
The analyst in this position will support and oversee development of regulatory reports and forecasts for PG&E’s EE portfolio. These tasks may also include data quality improvement; process improvement and documentation; mapping data flows; responding to internal and external data requests; and working with other PAs and CPUC staff on statewide processes. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, have strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills, and approach opportunities for process improvement with enthusiasm and curiosity. The successful candidate must demonstrate accountability, strong project management skills, and dedication to collaborative problem solving.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory and agreed upon between the hiring leader and successful candidate. The preferred work location is Oakland, CA.
PG&E is providing the full salary/pay range for this position. The actual amount paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, and geographic location. The range to reasonably expect will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the range. The final decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to the factors above. This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs.
Bay Area Minimum: $80,000.00
Bay Area Midpoint: $100,000.00
Bay Area Maximum: $120,000.00
Key Responsibilities
- Support process, strategy, and policy development on data-related EE issues
- Prepare staging tables and regulatory reports using an existing Oracle SQL database architecture
- Represent PG&E EE in external engagements, such as CPUC, CEC, and IOU workshops or industry forums
- Prepare and deliver briefs and/or presentations
- Develop and advance strategic positions within EE by engaging key stakeholders
- Support cross-functional teams in implementing CPUC and legislative directives and meeting our EE goals
- Support organization by providing EE policy information, data, and direction to EE teams through various delivery channels
- Support PG&E filings in EE proceedings (e.g., advice letters, comment requests)
- Support regulatory/compliance efforts such as data requests or compliance filings, as necessary
Minimum qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Business, Finance, Policy, Sociology, Engineering, Physics or other related fields or equivalent work experience
2 years of job-related experience
Desired qualifications
- 2 years of data analysis/management, regulatory/compliance, business analysis, project/program management, engineering, energy efficiency, or related experience
- Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Analyzing customer and energy usage data to assess energy, bill, or related impacts of demand side management programs, or working closely with a program that uses such an approach
- Working with or analyzing/maintaining the quality of large, complex data sets
- Developing, reporting, or making business decisions based on data analytics
- Identifying or reporting performance metrics
- Developing or supporting targeted marketing or customer targeting efforts
- Analyzing or querying PG&E’s customer data or similar data
- Experience writing and modifying queries for datasets inside of Oracle SQL databases
- Knowledge of or experience working with energy efficiency or other demand side management programs
- Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to convey complex or technical information clearly, concisely, and accurately; tailor message to audience; and build and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders of varying positions
- Strong analytical skills; ability to learn new concepts quickly and synthesize and interpret data and identify recommendations for actionable changes or next steps
- Ability to manage projects and collaborate successfully with cross-functional and cross-departmental project teams
- Attention to detail; curiosity and ability to identify challenges and develop creative solutions
- Experience using SQL, R, Python, PowerBI, Stata, SAS, MATLAB, advanced Excel, or another language/software package used to manipulate large data sets for analysis; ideally, proficiency in one of the above
- Experience with regulatory filings or data requests
Requisition ID # 173711
Job Category: Business Operations / Strategy
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Strategy & Growth
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
The PG&E Building Electrification and Efficiency Programs (BEEP) group focuses on inspiring and empowering our customers to eliminate unnecessary energy use, reduce their carbon footprint and save money. We manage a diverse portfolio of products and strategic programs that expertly deliver the right solutions across all customer segments, sizes, geographic locations and engagement preferences. As one of the nation’s largest energy efficiency (EE) portfolios, BEEP is helping to transform markets, set building codes and appliance standards, and be the marker by which all other utilities are measured.
The BEEP Policy Shaping, Analysis, and Compliance team seeks to shape and improve the policy and regulatory environment to give customers choice and control over how they use and manage energy and achieve California’s climate and clean energy goals. The team provides the larger EE team with the right tools, policies, strategy, data analytics, and compliance support they need to be successful portfolio managers. The team works closely with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and other Program Administrators (PAs) to develop and analyze EE policies and strategies, recommend policy changes, provide guidance on EE program compliance items, and communicate PG&E EE accomplishments. The team also supports other PG&E lines of business providing thought leadership on state legislative bills, California Energy Commission (CEC) proposals, and other state EE policy issues.
Position Summary
The analyst in this position will support and oversee development of regulatory reports and forecasts for PG&E’s EE portfolio. These tasks may also include data quality improvement; process improvement and documentation; mapping data flows; responding to internal and external data requests; and working with other PAs and CPUC staff on statewide processes. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, have strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills, and approach opportunities for process improvement with enthusiasm and curiosity. The successful candidate must demonstrate accountability, strong project management skills, and dedication to collaborative problem solving.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory and agreed upon between the hiring leader and successful candidate. The preferred work location is Oakland, CA.
PG&E is providing the full salary/pay range for this position. The actual amount paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, and geographic location. The range to reasonably expect will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the range. The final decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to the factors above. This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs.
Bay Area Minimum: $80,000.00
Bay Area Midpoint: $100,000.00
Bay Area Maximum: $120,000.00
Key Responsibilities
- Support process, strategy, and policy development on data-related EE issues
- Prepare staging tables and regulatory reports using an existing Oracle SQL database architecture
- Represent PG&E EE in external engagements, such as CPUC, CEC, and IOU workshops or industry forums
- Prepare and deliver briefs and/or presentations
- Develop and advance strategic positions within EE by engaging key stakeholders
- Support cross-functional teams in implementing CPUC and legislative directives and meeting our EE goals
- Support organization by providing EE policy information, data, and direction to EE teams through various delivery channels
- Support PG&E filings in EE proceedings (e.g., advice letters, comment requests)
- Support regulatory/compliance efforts such as data requests or compliance filings, as necessary
Minimum qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Business, Finance, Policy, Sociology, Engineering, Physics or other related fields or equivalent work experience
2 years of job-related experience
Desired qualifications
- 2 years of data analysis/management, regulatory/compliance, business analysis, project/program management, engineering, energy efficiency, or related experience
- Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Analyzing customer and energy usage data to assess energy, bill, or related impacts of demand side management programs, or working closely with a program that uses such an approach
- Working with or analyzing/maintaining the quality of large, complex data sets
- Developing, reporting, or making business decisions based on data analytics
- Identifying or reporting performance metrics
- Developing or supporting targeted marketing or customer targeting efforts
- Analyzing or querying PG&E’s customer data or similar data
- Experience writing and modifying queries for datasets inside of Oracle SQL databases
- Knowledge of or experience working with energy efficiency or other demand side management programs
- Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to convey complex or technical information clearly, concisely, and accurately; tailor message to audience; and build and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders of varying positions
- Strong analytical skills; ability to learn new concepts quickly and synthesize and interpret data and identify recommendations for actionable changes or next steps
- Ability to manage projects and collaborate successfully with cross-functional and cross-departmental project teams
- Attention to detail; curiosity and ability to identify challenges and develop creative solutions
- Experience using SQL, R, Python, PowerBI, Stata, SAS, MATLAB, advanced Excel, or another language/software package used to manipulate large data sets for analysis; ideally, proficiency in one of the above
- Experience with regulatory filings or data requests
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Strategy Director
Lead with your authorization window upfront
Disclose your OPT status and exact expiration date early in recruiter conversations. Strategy Director searches move slowly, and employers need time to initiate sponsorship before your authorization lapses. Transparency prevents wasted interviews on both sides.
Target companies with a sponsorship track record
Focus on employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for senior strategy roles before. Large corporations, management consulting firms, and PE-backed companies are more likely to have immigration counsel and established sponsorship workflows already in place.
Quantify strategic impact in every application
Strategy Directors are hired to move numbers. Frame your experience around revenue influenced, cost reduced, or market share gained. Concrete outcomes make the sponsorship cost feel proportionate to the value you bring to the organization.
Understand STEM OPT extension eligibility
If your degree is in a STEM field, you may qualify for a 24-month extension, giving employers significantly more runway. Confirm eligibility with your DSO early so you can communicate your full available work authorization window during negotiations.
Build internal advocates before the sponsorship ask
At senior levels, HR rarely initiates sponsorship independently. Cultivate relationships with C-suite contacts and hiring managers who can champion your case internally. A strong internal advocate is often the deciding factor in whether sponsorship gets approved.
Address the H-1B cap timeline in the interview
H-1B filing happens in April for October starts, which creates a gap if your OPT expires mid-year. Come prepared to discuss how you have planned for this timeline so employers see it as a solved problem, not an open risk.
Strategy Director OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Strategy Director on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes F-1 students to work in roles directly related to their field of study, and Strategy Director positions typically qualify if your degree is in business, economics, finance, or a related discipline. Your DSO should confirm the role aligns with your authorized field before you accept an offer.
How do I find Strategy Director roles where employers will sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship, so you can browse Strategy Director openings from employers who have an established willingness to sponsor. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process.
Do Strategy Director employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Many do, particularly in consulting, technology, financial services, and large corporate strategy functions. Sponsorship is most common at companies with existing immigration infrastructure. Smaller firms or startups may be open to sponsoring but often lack the internal process, making the timeline harder to predict.
Does a STEM degree help when applying for Strategy Director roles on OPT?
It can, significantly. A STEM degree may qualify you for the 24-month OPT extension, giving you up to three years of total work authorization. That extended runway makes employers far more willing to sponsor, since it provides time to file H-1B petitions without an urgent deadline creating hiring risk.
What happens to my OPT if a Strategy Director role is contract or project-based?
OPT allows both full-time employment and contract work, but your position must meet minimum hour requirements and remain in your authorized field of study. Project-based roles are permissible. However, gaps between contracts count against your unemployment limit, so track your days carefully and consult your DSO before accepting short-term arrangements.