Texas Energy Policy & Government Affairs Leader

Base Power Company; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BASE POWER COMPANY is seeking a seasoned government affairs leader to own our Texas policy and regulatory engagement. You will drive strategy, build relationships with state lawmakers, regulators, and stakeholders, and advance distributed energy resource policies to expand Base's Texas footprint.

You will monitor Texas legislative activity, draft policy positions, and coordinate with external lobbyists and industry groups to align with company priorities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or lobbying in Texas.
• Deep knowledge of the Texas legislative process and the PUCT rulemaking process.
• Track record of advancing legislation and building model policies.
• Strong presentation, written, and oral communication skills for advocacy and policy papers.
• Self-starter with project management skills and ability to work with limited support.

Responsibilities

• Own Base’s government affairs strategy across Texas and build relationships with state legislators and regulators.
• Monitor the Texas Capitol and PUCT developments; translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Track legislation and rulemakings across Texas.
• Draft legislation, testimony, letters, and position papers; manage lobbyists and partner groups.
• Build coalitions with industry groups and stakeholders to advance policy on distributed energy resources.
• Represent Base at hearings and conferences; develop briefing materials positioning Base as a policy voice.

Skills

Texas government affairs

Policy advocacy

Stakeholder management

Legislative relationships

Job description

BASE POWER COMPANY is seeking a seasoned government affairs leader to own our Texas policy and regulatory engagement. You will drive strategy, build relationships with state lawmakers, regulators, and stakeholders, and advance distributed energy resource policies to expand Base's Texas footprint.

You will monitor Texas legislative activity, draft policy positions, and coordinate with external lobbyists and industry groups to align with company priorities.