Energy Policy Leader – Western U.S. (AWS)

Amazon Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 139,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Manager, Energy Public Policy for US West within AWS Public Policy. The role focuses on shaping energy policy with state policymakers across the western United States, engaging with regulators and energy actors, and translating complex regulatory environments into actionable guidance.

You will inform planning and collaborate with cross-functional teams across Public Policy, Legal, and energy procurement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development)
• 8+ years of relevant public policy and advocacy experience
• Demonstrated expertise in policy research and analysis

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of advocacy strategies that advance AWS energy policy priorities in partnership with senior team members.
• Engage government entities such as the Bonneville Power Administration, CAISO, state legislative committees of jurisdiction, state utility regulators, and other energy industry stakeholders throughout the western United States.
• Monitor and analyze policy and regulatory developments, identifying emerging opportunities and risks and surfacing them to internal teams and leadership.
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, regulators, industry associations, and alliance partners to advance AWS advocacy positions.
• Craft policy submissions, position papers, talking points, and other advocacy collateral; contribute to business review documents including MBRs and QBRs.
• Provide policy guidance and analysis to internal business partners to inform their planning and decision making.
• Travel required based on business need

Skills

Policy research

Advocacy experience

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Master's degree or above

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Manager, Energy Public Policy for US West within AWS Public Policy. The role focuses on shaping energy policy with state policymakers across the western United States, engaging with regulators and energy actors, and translating complex regulatory environments into actionable guidance.

You will inform planning and collaborate with cross-functional teams across Public Policy, Legal, and energy procurement.