BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES NOTICE OF VACANCY
POSTING: 19–2026
OPENING DATE: APRIL 22, 2026
CLOSING DATE: MAY 13, 2026
TITLE: NUCLEAR ENERGY PROJECT MANAGER (GOV. REP. 2)
WORKWEEK: 35 HOURS (NL)
EXISTING VACANCIES: 1
SALARY: $110,000.00 – $130,000.00
DIVISION/OFFICE: CHIEF OF STAFF’S OFFICE
OPEN TO: GENERAL PUBLIC
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Chief of Staff or other supervisory official, the Nuclear Energy Project Manager will be responsible for managing nuclear energy projects in conjunction with designated staff at the Governor’s Office.
WORK RESPONSIBILITIES
In conjunction with Governor’s Office staff, manages the direction, coordination, implementation, and performance of nuclear energy projects and programs. Lead internal and external teams to evaluate the feasibility of developing advanced reactors throughout the state. Assess the need for and design a program for small modular or advanced reactors, considering factors such as regulatory clarity, public engagement, and economic viability. Manage consultants and external technical advisors. Collaborate with complex teams involving all relevant stakeholders to monitor and ensure that projects stay on schedule and budget. Work with relevant stakeholders to maintain the schedule and budget by managing changes to the project scope, schedule, and project costs. Manage and facilitate engagement with individuals, organizations, and businesses outside of the BPU to advance project objectives. Facilitate resolution of emerging issues and questions as needed. Coordinate and collaborate with partner agencies (i.e. EDA, DEP, etc.) to achieve project deliverables and meet organizational timelines, as well as monitoring and engaging in related projects and programs. Lead or participate in policy recommendations, implementation of legislative and executive branch directives, technical review, grant proposal review and grant management, market analysis, program oversight, budget assessment, Board Order, and other regulatory document preparation and presentation, and the review and preparation of comments on relevant legislation as required. Interact regularly with Commissioners, legal staff, representatives of other state agencies, utility representatives, market participants, and other stakeholders. Participate in internal and external stakeholder meetings.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Systems, Public Policy, Economics, or related technical field; Master’s degree highly preferred but not required.
EXPERIENCE: Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in nuclear energy, utility regulation, energy markets, or public utility oversight. Demonstrated experience with the nuclear power industry, licensing, safety regulation, or economic analysis. Experience interacting with federal regulatory agencies (e.g., NRC) or regional transmission organizations (e.g., PJM).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A prior senior leadership role within a state public utility commission. A nuclear operating company, NRC, or the U.S. DOE. A major energy market organization with direct experience, including strong knowledge of wholesale electricity markets, capacity market constructs, and economics. Zero-emission credit or similar clean energy support programs. Experience providing testimony in administrative or legislative hearings.
RESUME NOTE: Eligibility determination will be based upon information presented on the resume and/or education documents provided. Applicants who possess foreign degrees (degrees earned outside of the U.S.) are required to provide an evaluation indicating the U.S. equivalency prior to the closing date. Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.
GENERAL INFORMATION
BENEFITS: The State of New Jersey offers a variety of employee benefits statewide, including:
• Health and Dental Benefit Plans
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Vision Care Reimbursement
• Deferred Compensation
• 12 Vacation Days, 15 Sick Days, 3 Administrative Leave Days
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Telework available for some positions after 120 days of employment (Pursuant to the BPU’s policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.)
• Flexible and Health Savings Accounts
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• Paid Leave for Military Training
HOURS OF WORK: The hours of work for this position are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All No Limit (NL) titles will be required to perform work beyond the stated hours of work as needed, in compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements and laws.
STATE AS A MODEL EMPLOYER (SAME) APPLICANTS If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. The SAME program allows candidates, who identify as having a significant disability, to apply for non-competitive and unclassified positions through a fast track hiring process. For more information about the SAME program and the Fast Track Hiring program, please click here if you have any questions, please email, or call the contact as indicated on the job vacancy announcement.
TELEWORK: This position may be eligible to participate in the Department's pilot Telework Program/Policy, which offers eligible employees the opportunity to work remotely up to two (2) days per week, if approved by Management per operational needs, subject to all requirements of the Department’s Telework Program/Policy. For questions regarding Telework eligibility, please ask during the interview process if selected for an interview.
WORK AUTHORIZATION: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification forms upon hire. Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services Regulations. The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for citizenships or Visas to the United States.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: The “New Jersey First Act,” N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70) effective September 1, 2011, contains new residency requirements for public officers and employees, unless exempted under the law. Current, new, or prospective employees should be aware of the following: Effective September 1, 2011, all employees of State and local government must reside in the State of New Jersey, unless exempted under the law. If you already work for the State or local government as of September 1, 2011, and you do not live in New Jersey, you are not required to move to New Jersey. However, if you begin your office, position or employment on September 1, 2011, or later, you must reside in New Jersey. If you do not reside in New Jersey, you have one year after the date you take your office, position, or employment to relocate your residence to New Jersey. If you do not do so, you are subject to removal from your office, position, or employment. For more information, visit: https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Submissions must be received in time to the email address listed below to be considered. Failure to submit all required documents may result in an ineligibility determination. Interviews will be granted based on the resume. If you are qualified, please submit the documents listed below by 4:00 pm on the closing date of this vacancy:
• Cover letter/letter of interest indicating the posting number
• A current resume
• Proof of degree(a copy of your final official/unofficial transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation)
• Writing Sample
• A complete State of NJ Employment Application and Personal Relationships Disclosure Form
All documents must be submitted via email at humanresources@bpu.nj.gov (Subject line must include the specific job posting number).
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.