Remote CA Government Affairs Associate Director

Building Decarbonization Coalition; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Unlimited flexible leave

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

The Building Decarbonization Coalition is seeking an experienced CA Government Affairs Associate Director to lead the Coalition's legislative strategy in California, reporting to the California Director. The role focuses on policy research, advocacy, and coalition-building to advance decarbonization in buildings.

Based remotely from the San Francisco Bay Area, with travel to Sacramento as needed, you will coordinate with staff and stakeholders, craft policy positions, provide analyses, and help

Qualifications

• 3+ years of policy advocacy experience, with building electrification or climate policy preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to present to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to develop legislative strategies and maintain relationships with state lawmakers.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing multiple campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement California policy and legislative agendas for building decarbonization.
• Advocate for priorities with legislators, agencies, unions, and environmental groups.
• Prepare materials and testify to move policy forward in Sacramento.
• Coordinate with director and partners to advance campaigns and equity in decarbonization.

Skills

Advocacy

Policy analysis

Public speaking

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Legislative lobbying

Written communication

Collaboration

Job description

The Building Decarbonization Coalition is seeking an experienced CA Government Affairs Associate Director to lead the Coalition's legislative strategy in California, reporting to the California Director. The role focuses on policy research, advocacy, and coalition-building to advance decarbonization in buildings.

Based remotely from the San Francisco Bay Area, with travel to Sacramento as needed, you will coordinate with staff and stakeholders, craft policy positions, provide analyses, and help