Director of Government Affairs
About The Position
The Director of Government Affairs plays a central role in advancing Citizens' Climate's federal advocacy strategy. Working closely with the Vice President of Government Affairs, this position leads congressional engagement, helps shape legislative strategy, builds bipartisan relationships on Capitol Hill, and works with coalition partners and CCL's nationwide volunteer network to advance durable climate policy. The role is based out of the Washington, D.C. office with a hybrid schedule. It is a full-time, exempt position. Evening and weekend hours may be necessary when working with volunteers and staff across multiple time zones, and occasional travel should be expected.
Requirements
- 5–7 years of related work experience, including at least 3 years working in Congress.
- Experience working on federal climate, energy, and natural resources policy.
- Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships across the political spectrum and work effectively with Democratic and Republican offices.
- Strong understanding of the congressional legislative process.
- Experience developing and executing advocacy or legislative strategies.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legislative environment.
- Strong public speaking skills.
- Self-directed, driven, and goal-oriented, with comfort working remotely.
- Proven communication, networking, and relationship-building skills.
- Comfort working with diverse staff and volunteers in an organization committed to bipartisanship and addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.
- Access to a computer with a camera, phone, and reliable internet.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in agriculture, transportation, or infrastructure policy.
Responsibilities
- Lead congressional engagement by developing and maintaining relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and other federal policymakers.
- Help shape and execute legislative strategies that advance CCL's federal policy priorities.
- Identify opportunities to build bipartisan support and coordinate advocacy with congressional offices and key stakeholders.
- Serve as a strategic liaison to CCL's nationwide volunteer network, providing policy guidance, legislative updates, and advocacy resources.
- Represent CCL in coalitions and maintain productive relationships with partner organizations working on climate and energy policy.
- Deliver presentations, trainings, and legislative briefings to volunteers, staff, leadership, board members, and external audiences.
- Monitor legislative and political developments and provide strategic analysis and recommendations to the Government Affairs team.
- Foster an inclusive and collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives and supports meaningful volunteer engagement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance, with eligibility after a waiting period.
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Two weeks of accrued vacation for all first-year employees.
- An additional week of vacation accrues after one year of employment with Citizens’ Climate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
