Director of Agricultural Policy
Quick answer
Spark Climate Solutions is hiring a remote Senior Director of Agricultural Policy (DC-based) paying $140k-$165k to lead federal strategy and legislative advocacy for enteric methane and nitrogen mitigation programs.
- Role
- Director of Agricultural Policy
- Organization
- Spark Climate Solutions
- Location
- Washington DC area (Remote)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $140k-$165k/year
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
Spark Climate Solutions is seeking a Director of Agricultural Policy to lead federal strategy for their Enteric Methane Mitigation and Agricultural Nitrogen Transformation program areas. The successful candidate will develop policy proposals, draft legislative language, and engage with stakeholders across Congress, federal agencies, and trade associations. This leadership role requires a deep understanding of the farm bill, appropriations, and USDA conservation programs to drive actionable climate solutions. The position works closely with program directors to translate complex scientific needs into effective, multi-year policy roadmaps.
What you'll do
- Lead U.S. federal policy strategy for Enteric and Nitrogen program areas.
- Draft policy proposals, legislative language, and analytical memos for RD&D and deployment.
- Engage directly with Congressional offices, USDA, and EPA on legislation and rulemaking.
- Develop and maintain multi-year policy plans aligned with program goals.
- Represent the organization in policy convenings and congressional briefings.
What it takes
- 10+ years of experience in agricultural policy/federal government (or Master's with 8+ years).
- Strong network in agricultural policy including Hill staff, USDA, EPA, and trade associations.
- Proven track record in developing or shaping federal agricultural legislation.
- Excellent writing skills for technical memos and legislative language.
- Demonstrated ability to translate scientific content into actionable policy proposals.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
90% health coverage, 75% coverage for dependents, 401k matching, generous PTO, sick time, end-of-year closure, parental leave, and an annual national park pass.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, the role is 100% remote, but candidates must be located in the Washington, D.C. area or within a distance that allows for frequent in-person travel to D.C.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation range for this Director-level position is $140,000 to $165,000 per year.
What level of experience is required?
Applicants should have at least 10 years of professional experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 8+ years with a relevant Master's degree such as an MPP, MPA, or JD.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific deadline or external application portal; you should monitor the Spark Climate Solutions website for submission instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on Spark Climate Solutions's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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