Sr. Policy Advisor, State Policy

Tesla

About The Position

The Policy Advisor will be focused on state legislative work and building relationships with regulatory bodies in the Eastern states. This person will interface with state leads internally and business partners externally to drive state and local level policies on Tesla's behalf. This position will sit in Washington D.C. or any other Eastern U.S. location. Develop and execute state policy strategies —legislative and/or regulatory—impacting Tesla in the Eastern US in all aspects of its business Engage with state and local officials—legislators, constitutional officers, appointees, and other public officials—to accomplish Tesla’s policy objectives Work with trade associations, allies, and stakeholders to build consensus on policies or proposals, including developing advocacy campaigns, public relations or communications strategies Be responsive to needs of Tesla leadership and internal business units Assist internal business units in problem-solving building, land use, air quality, and other permitting and policy issues impacting Tesla’s facilities Partner with other internal teams and external stakeholders to develop and implement community outreach initiatives or events Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability

Requirements

Five to ten years’ experience in state government affairs, political or grassroots organizing, or policy advocacy
Demonstrated history of managing policy initiatives or campaigns
Excellent relationships with state officials
Superb judgment and emotional intelligence with ability to resolve contentious issues, and forge consensus and build coalitions among divergent views
Independent, self-directed team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and has excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
Knowledge of relevant transportation, electric vehicle, and clean energy policies

Responsibilities

Develop and execute state policy strategies —legislative and/or regulatory—impacting Tesla in the Eastern US in all aspects of its business
Engage with state and local officials—legislators, constitutional officers, appointees, and other public officials—to accomplish Tesla’s policy objectives
Work with trade associations, allies, and stakeholders to build consensus on policies or proposals, including developing advocacy campaigns, public relations or communications strategies
Be responsive to needs of Tesla leadership and internal business units
Assist internal business units in problem-solving building, land use, air quality, and other permitting and policy issues impacting Tesla’s facilities
Partner with other internal teams and external stakeholders to develop and implement community outreach initiatives or events

Benefits

Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program