Head of Policy & Advocacy (Remote)

PowerLines; Vermont; Remote; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Paid holidays

Health insurance

401k employer match

Sick leave

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

PowerLines, a national nonprofit, is seeking a Head of Policy to lead its Policy Team and shape the organization’s policy strategy across states. This senior, remote role involves engaging governors, legislators, and energy offices, building coalitions, and guiding policy products and research.

Travel is estimated at 10–20% with leadership responsibilities on the executive team. The Head of Policy will work closely with the Founder and ED, report to the executive leadership, and help PowerLines

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in state or federal policy, legislative affairs, or advocacy.
• Experience managing and developing staff with strong leadership skills.
• Proven record of multi-state policy campaigns that delivered results.
• Strong relationships with governors? offices, state legislators, and policymaker networks.
• Experience building and managing coalitions with diverse partners.
• Comfort operating as both a senior strategic leader and hands-on contributor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Policy Team and set priorities, workflow, and quality control.
• Lead PowerLines' policy strategy and annual planning with the Executive Director.
• Engage policymakers at state and national levels; build partnerships and coalitions.
• Vet consultants and lobbyists, manage budgets and staffing decisions.
• Coordinate policy products, research, and testimony for impact.
• Represent PowerLines externally at events, media opportunities, and funder engagements.

Skills

Policy leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Team management

Strategic planning

Public policy research

Job description

PowerLines, a national nonprofit, is seeking a Head of Policy to lead its Policy Team and shape the organization’s policy strategy across states. This senior, remote role involves engaging governors, legislators, and energy offices, building coalitions, and guiding policy products and research.

Travel is estimated at 10–20% with leadership responsibilities on the executive team. The Head of Policy will work closely with the Founder and ED, report to the executive leadership, and help PowerLines