Federal Climate Policy Director

LocationWashington, D.C. (remote with regular in-person meetings)

SetupRemote

LevelSenior

Posted1mo ago

Policy & Advocacy

Quick answer

Pacific Environment is hiring a remote Federal Climate Policy Director (based in Washington, D.C.) with a senior role to lead the organization's federal government affairs strategy on maritime shipping issues, paying not specified.

Role: Federal Climate Policy Director
Organization: Pacific Environment
Location: Washington, D.C. (remote with regular in-person meetings)
Work setup: Remote
Level: Senior
Category: Policy & Advocacy

The role

The Federal Climate Policy Director will lead Pacific Environment's federal government affairs strategy on maritime shipping issues, advocating before Congress and federal agencies on policy priorities such as vessel emissions and fuel standards.

What you'll do

Serve as the organization's lead representative to Congress, federal agencies, and the Administration on maritime shipping policy.
Develop and execute a federal advocacy strategy and annual policy agenda.
Track, analyze, and respond to relevant legislation, appropriations, and agency rulemakings.
Represent the organization in coalitions, working groups, and industry/NGO partnerships.
Advise senior leadership and the board on the federal policy landscape, emerging risks, and opportunities.
Supervise consultants, contract lobbyists, or junior policy staff as applicable.

What it takes

5-10+ years of federal government affairs, legislative, or regulatory experience, ideally including maritime, transportation, energy, or environmental policy.
Demonstrated relationships with congressional offices, committee staff, and/or relevant federal agencies.
Strong understanding of the federal legislative process, appropriations cycle, and administrative rulemaking.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Track record of representing an organization credibly in coalitions and with external stakeholders.
Commitment for climate action, with a demonstrated ability to think creatively and identify innovative opportunities to advance campaign goals.

What you'll bring

Federal government affairsLegislative and regulatory advocacyRelationship building with congressional offices and agenciesPolicy analysis and strategy developmentCommunication and public speakingCoalition and stakeholder engagement

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is based in Washington, D.C., but is remote with regular in-person meetings.

What is the compensation?

Compensation is not specified in the job posting.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include 5-10+ years of federal government affairs experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of representing organizations in coalitions and with external stakeholders.

How do I apply?

Applications should be submitted through the organization's recruitment process, and no direct contact with HR, hiring manager, or program staff is allowed.

How to apply

Apply directly on Pacific Environment's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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