State Legislative Affairs Director — Remote Fridays

Edison Electric Institute; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Wellness incentives

Transportation subsidy

Professional development opportunities

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

A leading energy association is looking for a Senior Director of State Legislative Affairs to oversee the engagement with state officials and advance policy priorities. This role requires a strong background in state government affairs with at least 12 years of experience, preferably in the energy sector. The candidate will supervise staff, represent the association at key conferences, and track legislative trends, all while driving strategic objectives in a fast-paced environment. A competitive compensation package is offered.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in state government affairs with energy industry experience preferred.
• Experience in national state legislative organizations helpful.
• Proficient in writing clear and persuasive documents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engagement with state elected officials and advocate for policy priorities.
• Represent EEI at legislative conferences and promote electric power business model.
• Manage State Legislative Affairs budget and supervise two direct reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Public speaking

Strategic thinking

MS Office products

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Policy tracking software

Job description

A leading energy association is looking for a Senior Director of State Legislative Affairs to oversee the engagement with state officials and advance policy priorities. This role requires a strong background in state government affairs with at least 12 years of experience, preferably in the energy sector. The candidate will supervise staff, represent the association at key conferences, and track legislative trends, all while driving strategic objectives in a fast-paced environment. A competitive compensation package is offered.