Senior Policy Advisor, U.S. Climate Alliance

Low Cost IT

1d•$110,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future with state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its member states and territories accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. It also coordinates engagement with local, federal, and international partners to drive durable and impactful solutions across government. For more on the Alliance, visit www.usclimatealliance.org. The U.S. Climate Alliance seeks a Senior Policy Advisor to support governors’ offices in the advancement of policy solutions in the electricity sector. This position serves as primary advisor to Alliance members on relevant state and federal policy matters; manages day-to-day efforts of the Electricity Policy Working Group and relevant cohorts, including on nuclear and geothermal energy; leads activities of the State Modern Grid Deployment Initiative; provides guidance to states in the development and implementation of relevant state-level policies and programs; maintains relationships with sectoral national partners in the nonprofit and advocacy communities; tracks sector-based policy actions at the state and federal levels and regularly updates members; advises on and supports sector-based technical assistance projects; and collaborates with the Alliance’s federal affairs team to facilitate state engagement on key federal rules and actions. They may also be expected to advise on additional policy sectors as assigned. The Senior Policy Advisor reports to the Policy Director and works as part of a broader team that includes Alliance states, consultants, and external partners. The position is based in Washington, D.C., with consideration for remote work in the contiguous United States (hybrid schedule).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with substantial work experience in climate, energy and/or environment policy. Preference may be given to candidates with a master’s degree
7-10 years of professional experience in related policy areas. Extensive experience working with governments required; direct experience working in, with, or around state-level government strongly preferred.
Commitment to advancing policy solutions in the U.S. that address climate change, reduce pollution, and increase resilience to climate impacts
Demonstrated aptitude for conducting research and analysis, developing presentations and briefing memos, and presenting to senior leaders
Exceptional verbal, written, and in-person communication skills
Critical thinker that can generate products tailored to different audiences without requiring frequent direction
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multi-stakeholder processes to build consensus, maintain trust, and support the achievement of shared goals and priorities. Past experience with multistate, national, or international coalitions strongly preferred
Adaptability to changing circumstances and eagerness to learn new policy areas
Familiarity with relevant U.S. climate-related datasets and tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite with demonstrated skill for using and displaying complex datasets in Microsoft Excel and/or other tools
Ability to work as part of a small team and prioritize multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated with strong ability to find solutions in the face of challenges
Maximum flexibility in accepting and professionally executing a range of tasks
Ability to diplomatically engage diverse counterparts and use personal discretion in working with sensitive information
Ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

Provide policy guidance to states and track relevant policy developments
Lead and develop multistate working group(s), initiatives, and convenings
Generate policy option papers, resource guides, letters, communications materials, and other major Alliance deliverables
Shape content and strategy for Alliance-wide meetings, workshops, and events
Support fundraising for relevant policy efforts
Manage relevant grants
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
back-up care
employee assistance program
12 paid holidays
20 vacation days
10 sick days
3 personal days
8 weeks of family leave care