Federal Policy Manager, Clean Vehicles

OPPORTUNITY

National 501c4 nonprofit organization seeks qualified candidates for the position of Federal Policy Manager, Clean Vehicles in our Washington, D.C. office. This full-time, exempt position is represented by the United Steelworkers Local Union, 2022-22.

ORGANIZATION

The BlueGreen Alliance (BGA) is a powerful and unified voice for building an economy that addresses climate change, protects the health of people and the environment, eliminates income and racial disparities, and creates and maintains good-paying, union jobs in communities across the country. BGA brings together labor unions and environmental organizations—representing millions of members and supporters—around a shared agenda and enacts change by advocating at the state and federal level; providing education and engaging union members and environmentalists; and communicating the benefits of this shared agenda for working people, their families, and their communities. As a hybrid remote organization with offices in Minneapolis and Washington DC, BGA strives to build a positive, supportive, and inclusive culture of cohesive teams collaborating across the U.S.

Responsibilities

The Federal Policy Manager, Clean Vehicles, will lead the development, coordination, and execution of BGA's legislative and policy initiatives that advance clean vehicle technologies while promoting domestic manufacturing, job growth, and equitable outcomes for workers and communities. Working closely with BGA's federal and state teams, as well as labor unions and environmental organizations, the Policy Manager will shape and implement BGA's policy, legislative, and regulatory agenda on clean vehicles, advanced transportation, and related industries, including manufacturing, technology, and labor. This role reports to the Vice President for Manufacturing & Industrial Policy.

Essential Duties Of This Role

• Foster alignment among BGA partners around clean vehicles policy;
• Support development of clean vehicles policy and legislation, as well as research and analysis to further that policy and legislation;
• Represent BGA in the wider community of clean vehicles and transportation advocates, experts, policymakers, coalitions, companies and business associations;
• Advance BGA priorities with members of Congress and federal agencies, conducting education and outreach to key officials and regulators at the national level;
• Support BGA state staff on vehicles related polices at the state level;
• Develop and review public messaging and materials, including letters, policy memos, technical comments, white papers, reports, presentations, press, online materials, and other materials as needed;
• Provide regular communications and updates on BGA initiatives to staff and partner organizations; and
• Other duties as required.
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

• Policy & Advocacy Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of experience in policy advocacy, legislative organizing, or Congressional or Executive Branch policymaking, with at least 2 years specifically working on electric vehicle infrastructure, clean vehicle manufacturing, or clean vehicle adoption policy for various customer classes;
• Labor Union Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the labor movement and workers' rights;
• Relationship Builder: Proven ability to manage coalitions, mobilize partners, and drive collective action;
• Exceptional Communicator: Skilled in public speaking, lobbying, policy writing, and persuasive advocacy;
• Solutions Oriented: Ability to reframe barriers as opportunities and apply creative thinking to identify solutions;
• Commitment to Justice & Equity: Strong commitment to economic, racial and environmental justice;
• Reliable Collaborator: Ability to work independently while collaborating with a diverse group of stakeholders;
• Ability to travel: Based in the DMV area with the ability to work from our DC office two days a week and travel throughout the region regularly; and
• A deep commitment to the mission of the BlueGreen Alliance.
  
  

Compensation

A compensation package including competitive salary with annual COLA increases and employer-funded benefits is available.

Salary

The salary range is $100,000 - $115,000 annually, exempt. BGA utilizes salary bands to ensure pay equity and transparency. Final salary within the salary range will be based on experience level and qualifications.

Benefits

We equip all our staff members to live well-rounded, healthy lives. BGA continues to pride itself on industry-leading, family-friendly offerings for individuals and families of all compositions.

• 100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and family
• 100% employer paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Insurance for employee
• 4% 401K company contribution with no match required with a ROTH option
• 15 days of vacation time and 10 days of wellness time per year to start
• 18 paid holidays per year
• $125 monthly internet and cell phone allowance
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Access to Healthcare Savings and Dependent Care FSA's
  
  

How to Apply: Apply online here. Applications will be reviewed as received. Position open until filled. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Contact aclark@bluegreenalliance.org with any questions.

BlueGreen Alliance welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. BGA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. BGA administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

We are an E-Verify company.

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