Policy Director - Education & Engagement

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Advanced Energy United

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51 - 200 employees

⚡ Energy

🤝 Non-profit

Description

• Design and execute customized educational sessions and forums for decision makers in eastern states to accelerate the U.S. transition to 100% clean energy. • Manage member engagement with decision-makers at key national and regional conferences, including the national NARUCs, the regional NARUCs. • Manage and help hire a growing team of Associates and Principals. • Creatively build and lead implementation of systems and processes to enhance program efficacy and maximize impact. • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with key regulatory, legislative, and administrative decision makers and staff, as well as Advanced Energy United staff, members, and partners. • Contribute to the success and direction of our rapidly growing team. • Travel on an as needed basis (up to 15%) to targeted states for educational events and other efforts on behalf of Advanced Energy United. • Manage/mentor/develop Associates, Principals and Senior Principals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or Advanced degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Law or Engineering preferred, or applicable comparable experience • 7-15 years of professional experience and engagement in the clean energy sector • Experience engaging with state public utility commissions strongly preferred • Strong interpersonal skills required; candidates must be able to successfully develop and maintain genuine and productive relationships with members, industry stakeholders, policymakers, and other key contacts. • Entrepreneurial approach, flexible attitude, and ability to operate independently, making decisions consistent with Advanced Energy United’s mission/vision • Handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment • Experience managing/mentoring junior staff • Ability to engage members, customers, and funders, and sell Advanced Energy United and its value proposition to those audiences • Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal • Intellectual curiosity, inquisitive nature, and excellent listening and problem-solving skills • Performance-oriented individual with a strong work ethic, demonstrated initiative and commitment to achieving goals • Candidates must be very comfortable working in an environment with remote colleagues, creating new projects, building their own calendar, and delivering on high expectations. • A deep network of relevant contacts in the energy sector is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families • Medical premiums covered for employees at 100% • Flexible spending plans for health care and dependent care • Profit Sharing opportunities, and annual merit-based compensation increases • $50/month personal wellness reimbursement • $50/month phone stipend • Up to $200 reimbursement for home office set-up • Accrued Paid Time Off, 11 Federal Holidays, and an annual end-of-year closure • Parental Leave • Tuition Reimbursement, and professional development reimbursement • 401(k) plan (with matching incentives) • WMATA Transit Smart Benefits (DMV employees)