Senior Manager of Energy Policy

Position description

Founded in 2007 by former Senate Majority Leaders Howard Baker, Tom Daschle, Bob Dole, and George Mitchell, the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is a leading nonprofit organization that drives principled solutions through rigorous analysis, reasoned negotiation, and respectful dialogue. By bringing together Republicans and Democrats—and providing them with the space, policy insights, and evidence-based research needed to negotiate in good faith—BPC helps turn legislators’ best ideas into passable, durable laws. In the 17+ years since its founding, BPC has played an integral role in countless legislative accomplishments.

 

With projects in multiple issue areas including economic policy, energy, health, housing, human capital and democracy, BPC combines politically balanced policy making with strong, proactive advocacy and outreach. As the only Washington, D.C.-based organization that actively promotes bipartisanship, BPC works to address the key challenges facing the nation. Its policy solutions are the product of informed deliberations by former elected and appointed officials, business and labor leaders, and academics and advocates who represent both sides of the political spectrum.

 

BPC is committed to seeing its policy solutions enacted by lawmakers. Through BPC Action, its (c)(4) affiliate, BPC engages in advocacy and strategic outreach and education to bolster the legislative center and support efforts that bring Republicans and Democrats together on the difficult issues facing the country. While a healthy, civil debate among those with differing viewpoints is an essential component of our democracy, the current partisan tone in government is impeding progress. Through the Democracy Program and bridge-building events, political summits and timely policy discussions, BPC is fostering an ongoing conversation about how to overcome political divides and help make our government work better.

 

Mission:
• Build connections.

• Negotiate policy.

• Achieve bipartisan solutions.

• Improve lives.

 

BPC Action is seeking a Senior Manager who will support its management of energy policy. The Senior Manager will work with BPC Action’s Senior Director of Energy to develop and implement congressional advocacy on energy policy pertaining to BPC’s energy team including providing political advice to the team and conducting advocacy outreach with Capitol Hill.   Title and salary may be negotiated based on candidate experience.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with BPC Action Senior Director on energy policy – including setting strategic vision and closely collaborating with BPC energy policy project directors on advocacy agenda
• Conduct proactive congressional advocacy and administration outreach and represent BPC Action on behalf of BPC’s policy projects at regular meetings and events with congressional members and staff
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and peer organizations on energy policy including advocacy and political strategy
• Monitor the tracking and analysis of federal legislative developments in energy policy
• Work with BPC Action and BPC policy teams to ensure collaboration across policy areas to advance energy goals and to conceptualize, develop, and produce written products, public events, and other activities
• Provide political guidance and strategic advice to BPC policy and communications staff on written materials and public events to optimize legislative opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of the federal legislative process
• Solid political skills and ability to work diplomatically with a wide spectrum of viewpoints across the aisle
• Ability to manage large projects and multi-task
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• A self-starter who is capable of working independently and in a fast-paced team environment
• Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s or Law degree a plus
• Experience working on Capitol Hill and/or in government relations

BPC offers a highly competitive salary and provides generous benefits. Individuals interested in this position should send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample in one document. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. BPC does not sponsor employment visas.

 

BPC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

 

Work Schedule

The work/life balance of employees is a priority for the Bipartisan Policy Center. As a result, BPC is currently operating on a hybrid schedule. Employees at BPC are currently coming into the office three times a week. Exact times and schedules will be determined between an employee and their manager.

 

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