Government Affairs Associate Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Contribute to the formulation of the Coalition’s comprehensive strategic plan and align campaign efforts with BDC priorities.

• Assist in defining BDC’s legislative strategy in collaboration with lobbying support, members, and stakeholders.

• Aid in crafting the policy and legislative agenda focused on building decarbonization at both local and state levels.

• Provide research, policy analysis, and technical support to Coalition members and stakeholders.

• Advocate for policy priorities with legislators, staff, the Governor’s Office, agencies, labor unions, environmental justice organizations, nonprofits, OEMs, and others.

• Create educational materials for elected and appointed officials regarding sponsored and supported legislation.

• Foster relationships with policymakers and communicate policy priorities and opportunities.

• Position the Coalition as a primary resource for policymakers on building decarbonization.

• Deliver written and verbal testimony in Sacramento.

• Monitor legislation, keep track of field developments and trends, and generate regular reports for the California Director.

• Gather NGOs, labor, industry leaders, equity groups, and others to tackle barriers and find solutions.

• Lead the development and facilitation of coalition spaces.

• Assist in fundraising, membership growth, and strategic partnerships for state-based initiatives.

• Collaborate with legal advisors to ensure compliance with state and federal lobbying regulations.

• Support the communications strategy and create thought-leadership content such as op-eds, blogs, and public speaking engagements.

⛳️ Requirements

• A strong passion for building decarbonization and a commitment to the Coalition’s mission.

• A dedication to equity, bridge building, and the creation of high-road jobs.

• Excellent advocacy skills, political acumen, and policy analysis capabilities.

• Ability to work efficiently and build consensus among a variety of stakeholders.

• Exceptional leadership and relationship-building abilities.

• Over 3 years of experience in advocacy and policy development.

• Preferred understanding of building electrification, the power sector, and/or climate solutions.

• Preferred knowledge of workforce development and labor relations.

• Proven familiarity with California’s public policymaking and legislative frameworks.

• Success in influencing policy agendas and outcomes.

• Experience working with diverse stakeholders who hold differing viewpoints and agendas.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.

• Strong public speaking and facilitation abilities.

• Exceptional project management skills.

• High emotional intelligence.

• Established relationships within and around the California Legislature.

• Strong preference for a demonstrated history of developing, leading, and successfully passing legislative efforts in the California Legislature.

• Preferred experience with compliance to California’s legislative lobbying regulations.

• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally.

• Must reside in the San Francisco Bay Area; Sacramento is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid health insurance coverage.

• Retirement benefits with company matching.

• Unlimited flexible paid leave.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Access to professional development resources.

• Comprehensive benefits package.