Federal Campaigns Manager

Chesapeake Climate Action Network seeks a dedicated, strategic policy advocate to advance
climate priorities on Capitol Hill.

The Federal Campaigns Manager will assist in developing and advocating for bold climate
strategies at the Federal level. Reporting to the Federal Director, the Manager will analyze
pending legislation, lobby lawmakers and their staff, and work effectively with grassroots and
grasstops partners. In 2025, the Campaigns Manager will play a significant role in advocating for
contingency research, including policy analysis, event planning logistics, and member
communications.

About us
Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN) is the only group in the Chesapeake region of
Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. dedicated exclusively to building a powerful grassroots
movement to fight climate change. We envision an equitable energy future where fossil fuels
are phased out, efficiency is prioritized, and truly clean sources of power — solar, wind, and
geothermal — sustain every aspect of our lives.

We are working on bold campaigns that would result in energy policies matching the scale of
the climate crisis. Since 2002, we have been pushing the envelope of what’s “politically
possible” in the Chesapeake region and beyond, using every tool inside and outside the
box—from organizing to lobbying to the law.

What You Will Do
The primary responsibilities of the position include:

• Policy Advocacy: Help create and pass impactful policies to mitigate the climate crisis.

This involves coalition and stakeholder meetings, creative messaging and campaign
tactics, and representing CCAN on Capitol Hill.

• Policy Analysis: Shape the advocacy strategy for contingency research through an

in-depth analysis of policy options. This involves written interpretations of policy
opportunities and potential threats, recommending strategies and tactics based on
analysis, and researching advocacy targets.

• Event Management: Own the logistics of stakeholder convenings to ensure meetings are

efficient and effective. This includes travel logistics, preparing meeting materials, and
follow-up on action items.

Qualifications Commitment to the mission of fighting climate change and promoting environmental

justice.

• Three to five years experience in policy analysis, lobbying, or government relations
• At least one year of experience on Capitol Hill in a staff or advocacy capacity.
• Self-driven and able to work effectively with a team.
• Able to multitask and prioritize measurable results.
• Experience setting measurable goals and tracking progress.
• Problem-solver: someone who thinks of solutions more than barriers.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are
less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We are dedicated to building a
diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and value lived and work experience; therefore, if
you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every
qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply! You might be the perfect
candidate for this or another role at CCAN.

The Details
The Federal Campaigns Manager is a full-time, salaried, overtime-exempt position and reports
to the Federal Director. This hybrid position will work two days per week from our office in
Takoma Park and three days from home. Occasional nights and weekends are expected.

Salary is commensurate with experience and ranges from $65,000 to $70,000. It is determined
by years of related experience and demonstrated skills. We provide a generous benefits
package, including health care, dental and vision coverage, and four weeks of paid vacation.

How to Apply:
Please fill out the Google form application, where you will answer a series of short questions
and submit a resume. We will accept applications until the position is filled, but we will
prioritize applications received by Friday, January 3, 2025.

The interview process will consist of a phone interview, a panel interview over Zoom, and a skills
test, with the possibility of an in-person meeting.

Equal Employment Opportunity CCAN provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without
regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation,
and training.