Strategic Regulatory Affairs Director, Large Loads & Markets

NRECA International; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 186,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

NRECA, a national trade association, seeks a Regulatory Affairs Director to advance large-load and market policy initiatives in coordination with the Government Relations team. The role focuses on policy development, advocacy, and engagement with federal agencies and market operators to shape wholesale and distribution policy impacts.

Expect a heavy emphasis on strategy, analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration, with on-site work in Arlington, VA five days per week and flexibility at

Qualifications

• 10+ years of policy experience navigating emerging challenges.
• 7+ years written and oral policy advocacy in formal and informal proceedings.
• Experience building coalitions and working with outside consultants.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with government affairs to monitor, assess, and develop policy positions on large electric loads.
• Analyze regulatory, market, and policy developments and their impact on cooperative generation, transmission, and distribution systems.
• Engage with member cooperatives to understand operational challenges and incorporate insights into advocacy.
• Develop policy papers, issue briefs, and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Policy advocacy

Coalition building

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor or advanced degree

Job description

NRECA, a national trade association, seeks a Regulatory Affairs Director to advance large-load and market policy initiatives in coordination with the Government Relations team. The role focuses on policy development, advocacy, and engagement with federal agencies and market operators to shape wholesale and distribution policy impacts.

Expect a heavy emphasis on strategy, analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration, with on-site work in Arlington, VA five days per week and flexibility at