Trajectory Energy Partners (Trajectory) is seeking a Senior External Affairs Analyst to support our Community-Driven Community Solar (CDCS) project portfolio. This will be a full-time position, reporting to the Director of External Affairs and will be responsible for writing project applications, conducting local community engagement activities throughout Illinois, and managing project compliance as required by the Illinois Power Agency’s Illinois Shines Program.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Lead Trajectory’s engagement on our Illinois Community Driven Community Solar projects.
- Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, local leaders, workforce partners, and municipal stakeholders.
- Support identification and coordination of local hiring and workforce development opportunities for Trajectory’s solar projects.
- Lead our CDCS application and compliance processes, including writing application narratives, and gathering required documentation and supporting evidence.
- Track and manage existing CDCS project commitments and Illinois Shines program requirements.
- Maintain organized records to support reporting and ongoing compliance throughout development of the project.
- Collaborate with Trajectory’s development managers to align CDCS commitments with project timelines and milestones.
- Provide support for Trajectory's public affairs and policy initiatives, including advocacy efforts and responses to project-related issues.
- Provide general administrative support as needed.
- Additional duties as assigned and/or directed.
- Travel as needed.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
The ideal candidate for this position will be looking to join an impactful, successful, and scrappy team as they rise to meet new market conditions. More specifically, they will have:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in external affairs, public affairs, government affairs, or a related field
- Familiarity with IL energy programs, and community solar is strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple projects and competing priorities
- Ability to work independently while coordinating across teams
- Proven project management and organizational skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits at Trajectory
Trajectory Energy Partners offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance contributions
- Annual Professional Development Stipend
- Employee Equity Plan
- Access to company 401k plus 401k employer match
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Wellbeing days
Position based in Chicago, IL. This is a hybrid position out of Trajectory’s Chicago Office. The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 plus a target annual bonus of 20%. Frequent travel (30%) across IL is required.
