Advanced Energy United · 1 hour ago
Campaigns and Policy Principal - Counterspark
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expAdvanced Energy United is a national industry association representing businesses in advanced energy and transportation solutions. They are seeking a proactive Campaigns and Policy Principal to join their Counterspark team, where the role involves policy analysis, advocacy, and creating educational materials to support clean energy legislation across various states.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Research assigned policies and technologies to help improve Counterspark's communications
Work with state teams to identify legislative priorities and develop advocacy and communications materials in support of these priorities
Monitor and summarize legislation relevant to Counterspark’s work
Draft, review, and edit advocacy materials such as talking points, emails, ads, and website content
Work with the Counterspark Managing Director and Digital Director to develop cohesive legislative campaigns across states and regions
Monitor emerging policy and political trends to help inform Counterspark strategies and actions
Compile and analyze key statistics relating to email, ad, and social media performance
Support the Counterspark staff in executing a robust political and engagement strategy
Help develop Counterspark’s electoral strategy and maintain general awareness of relevant electoral rules and regulations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (Political Science, Public Policy, or Communications preferred) or applicable comparable experience; master's or law degree is a plus
3-6 years professional experience, with at least some experience with clean energy, climate, or other relevant policy areas
Proactive approach to the work environment and a demonstrated ability to understand how individual workstreams fit into larger strategic plans
Critical and strategic thinking skills and demonstrated ability to think through how individual policy priorities flow together and how to build power for our broader movement along with specific legislation
Ability to distill complicated policy into digestible education and advocacy materials for the general public
Attention to detail in written communication
Entrepreneurial approach, flexible attitude, and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Proven research skills and ability to identify up and coming policy areas or issues in the clean energy space to inform Counterspark advocacy efforts
Preferred
Campaign or electoral experience is a plus
Benefits
Remote work and flexible schedule
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
$75/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
Professional development reimbursement
401(k) plan (with matching incentives)
WMATA Transit Smart Benefits (DC, MD, VA employees)
Company
Advanced Energy United
Advanced Energy United is a provider of reliable energy that accelerates the transportation of electricity.
Founded in 2011Washington, District of Columbia, USA
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Heather O'Neill
President and CEO
Claire Kellner
Strategic Partnerships Associate
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