Policy Officer

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

📋 Description

• Act as RLF’s primary public policy strategist and representative in Sacramento.

• Conduct research, analysis, and develop policies and campaigns to fulfill organizational objectives.

• Track legislation, engage with stakeholders, and prepare analytical reports.

• Build and sustain robust relationships with legislators, legislative staff, the governor's office, state agency leaders, and other key decision makers.

• Keep abreast of the legislative process, budgetary matters, and the regulatory environment.

• Advocate for decision makers regarding specific policy and budgetary issues.

• Support program staff in creating and implementing successful policy and public funding initiatives.

• Provide counsel to staff on policy strategy, evaluate feasibility, alignment, and strategic leverage points for their objectives.

• Train team members on legislative and budget processes, policy analysis, decision-making protocols, advocacy, and political dynamics.

• Collaborate with partners to formulate and execute policy solutions.

• Identify avenues for RLF to broaden its influence.

• Organize and engage in statewide coalitions, task forces, and special projects.

• Recruit and oversee contract lobbyists and other consultants as required.

• Manage special projects as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, and/or advocacy campaigns.

• In-depth understanding of California's policymaking, state budgeting, regulatory processes, and associated politics.

• Strong knowledge of California’s environmental, climate, and conservation issues.

• Willingness and enthusiasm to navigate complex policy, stakeholder, and political environments.

• Proven experience in establishing trust-based relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including policymakers, government representatives, Tribes/Tribal communities, non-profit partners, and the private sector.

• Experience in engaging with diverse coalitions and executing effective campaigns for policy and funding results.

• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

• A dedication to fostering a work environment free from discrimination, where every team member is welcomed, valued, and respected.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401k plan featuring a 5% match.

• Generous paid time off.

• Alternate Fridays off work schedule.

• Technology allowance.

• Assistance with student loan repayment.

• Mental health benefits.

• Approximately 16 paid holidays each year.