State Climate Policy Manager, Washington

Pacific Environment•Washington, DC

8d•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Pacific Environment works to protect communities and wildlife of the Pacific Rim. We support community leaders to fight climate change, protect the oceans, build just societies, and move away from fossil fuels toward a green economy. Pacific Environment campaigns to eliminate fossil fuel use from the shipping industry within their climate division by building strong regulatory frameworks to achieve zero-emission shipping on a timeline commensurate with the climate emergency; pressuring corporate customers to demand zero-emission ships; and influencing ports on the Pacific West Coast and beyond to end fossil fuel build-out and ready themselves for zero-emission shipping instead. We focus on environmental justice, labor equity, and science-based timelines for climate action. This position is well-suited for someone who has a successful track record in policy advocacy and has experience in mobilizing public support to stop the climate crisis and protect vulnerable communities impacted by worsening climate. Legislative experience is strongly preferred. Campaigning and/or organizing experience a plus.

Requirements

Minimum 5-6 years of relevant work experience, particularly in policy advocacy or environmental and social change organizations
Demonstrated professional experience with Washington legislative and regulatory landscapes and processes
Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to problem-solve and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience working in coalitions and building organizational partnerships across issues and differences
Experience working with communities most impacted by the climate crisis, particularly those affected by racial and economic injustice
Demonstrated critical and strategic thinking abilities with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and online research tools

Nice To Haves

Legislative experience is strongly preferred
Campaigning and/or organizing experience a plus
Experience working with labor is a plus
Experience in maritime decarbonization, other heavy industry sectors, or energy is a plus

Responsibilities

Policy advocacy lead in Washington and Oregon to support adoption of clean shipping regulations
Advocate before the State Legislature, at regulatory hearings, and stakeholder meetings
Lead engagement with leadership and staff at major ports
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with decision-makers and other key partners, including but not limited to, community and environmental justice groups, tribal nations, regulatory agencies, labor organizations, port and maritime associations, utilities and academic partners
Represent Pacific Environment with the press, in coalitions with key allies, and in key policy forums
Lead on bill tracking for Washington and Oregon
Conduct research and analysis to support policy development
Craft position letters, public testimony, fact sheets, and policy papers in support of Pacific Environmentâ€™s policy and legislative priorities
Cultivate and lead the Seattle-Tacoma Clean Ports & Shipping Coalition
Monitor maritime fuels, including hydrogen and LNG, in Washington and Oregon, identifying and flagging issues of concern and opportunities
Develop and implement various campaigns and advocacy tactics such as grassroots organizing, traditional and digital outreach, engaging policymakers, and in-person mobilization tactics
Project management and coordination, including logistics to execute campaign activities and events
Other tasks as determined by the Climate Campaign Director, Ports