Permitting Policy Director: Accelerate Home Solar Adoption

Clearpath; California (MO); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Pre-tax commuter benefits

FSA

401k with match

Paid parental leave

Fully remote team

Job summary

Permit Power is seeking a Permitting Policy Director to co-lead our agenda to remove bureaucratic barriers for residential rooftop solar, plug-in solar, and home batteries including streamlining permitting, inspection, homeowner association approvals, and codes and standards.

In partnership with Permit Power’s advocacy staff, you’ll serve as a core part of our team to drive legislative change, lead and participate in coalition efforts, and be an internal expert and external thought leader on

Qualifications

• 7+ years in policy development, advocacy, or regulatory affairs focused on solar, permitting, or government efficiency.
• Track record of building and executing policy agendas within state legislatures.
• Technical understanding of electrical, structural, or fire safety concepts relevant to permitting.
• Experience testifying before policymakers and developing materials for them.
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear policy language for varied audiences.
• Strong relationships with energy policy groups, building industry, and think tanks.

Responsibilities

• Develop Permit Power's permitting policy agenda and drive streamlined processes.
• Draft and vet permitting bill language; create advocacy materials and briefings.
• Lobby legislators and executive officials; negotiate with opposition.
• Build and manage coalitions with builders, solar industry, and think tanks.
• Serve as subject matter expert on permitting rules, HOA issues, and codes.
• Audit policy implementation and address friction points to improve adoption.

Skills

Policy development

Legislative advocacy

Regulatory affairs

Electrical/engineering concepts

Policy communication

Coalition building

Policy briefing & materials

Job description

Permit Power is seeking a Permitting Policy Director to co-lead our agenda to remove bureaucratic barriers for residential rooftop solar, plug-in solar, and home batteries including streamlining permitting, inspection, homeowner association approvals, and codes and standards.

In partnership with Permit Power’s advocacy staff, you’ll serve as a core part of our team to drive legislative change, lead and participate in coalition efforts, and be an internal expert and external thought leader on