State Climate Advocacy Manager

Pacific Environment; Washington; Remote; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate State Climate Advocacy Manager to spearhead advocacy efforts for zero-emission shipping and ports. This role involves leading multi-state campaigns, engaging with stakeholders, and influencing policy to combat climate change. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in policy advocacy, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to environmental justice. With a flexible remote working environment and a collaborative team, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the fight against climate change.

Benefits

Flexible Working Environment

Full Benefits Package

Diverse Colleagues

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience in policy advocacy or environmental organizations.
• Demonstrated experience with Washington and Oregon legislative processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy advocacy in Washington and Oregon for clean shipping regulations.
• Build partnerships with decision-makers and community groups.

Skills

Policy Advocacy

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Coalition Building

Research and Analysis

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience in Environmental Policy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Online Research Tools

Job description

Pacific Environment

Pacific Environment confronts our most urgent environmental issues by connecting local and global movements, catalyzing policy change, and inspiring action for the benefit of people and our planet. Together, we promote a healthy climate, reduce pollution and conserve biodiversity for an equitable and thriving future. Learn more at www.pacificenvironment.org.

Pacific Environment is campaigning to end fossil fuel use, including to get ships off fossil fuels. Our strategies include creating strong regulatory frameworks to achieve zero-emission shipping on a timeline commensurate with the climate emergency; mobilizing consumers to apply pressure on corporations by demanding zero-emission ships; and influencing ports on the Pacific Northwest Coast and beyond to end fossil fuel build-out and ready themselves for zero-emission shipping instead.

We encourage people from communities harmed by environmental degradation and from backgrounds underrepresented in the environmental movement to apply to this position. We recognize that we need diversity to do meaningful work in the climate space and believe that creating teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is key to the change we seek. Pacific Environment is an equal opportunity employer.

Position

Pacific Environment seeks a State Climate Advocacy Manager to join our climate policy team and provide critical policy support for our Ports for People campaign on zero-emission shipping and ports (https://portsforpeople.pacificenvironment.org). They will implement a multi-state advocacy campaign to advance climate goals, including to achieve zero-emission shipping and zero-ready ports. 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.

This position will report to the Climate Policy Director.

Location

This position is remote and requires working West Coast time zone hours, with a strong preference for physical presence in Seattle, Tacoma or Olympia, WA. While most work will be completed remotely, there will be occasional travel obligations for in-person meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Policy 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/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, and support bill tracking at the federal level
• Conduct research and analysis to support policy development
• Craft position letters, public testimony, fact sheets, and policy papers in support of PE’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 Policy Director

Key Qualifications

• Minimum 5-6 years of relevant work experience, particularly in policy advocacy or environmental and social change organizations
• Demonstrated professional experience with Washington and Oregon 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
• Experience working with labor is a plus
• Experience in maritime decarbonization, other heavy industry sectors, or energy is a plus
• Demonstrated critical and strategic thinking abilities with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and online research tools

Relevant experience for this position can take many forms, and we strongly encourage applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Physical Requirements

The State Climate Advocacy Manager work involves sitting and looking at a computer for long stretches of time, communicating with co-workers electronically, and occasional in-person meetings or events. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Compensation and Benefits

Pacific Environment provides compensation commensurate with experience and equitable with others on our team, plus a full benefits package for staff positions. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000. Individual work experience and internal pay equity are heavily considered when presenting an offer. The employee will enjoy a flexible working environment with a dedicated, diverse group of colleagues.