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BusPatrol

Director of Public Policy

Austin, TX · On-site +1

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... Public Policy and Government Relations ... This role is ideal for someone with strong political strategy skills, excellent writing and ...

STARK & KNOLL CO LPA

Director of Public Policy

Columbus, OH · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

As the Director of Public Policy, you provide expert guidance to our county members, key partners ... Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully in both written and oral form and maintain ...

airbnb, Inc.

$125 - $150/hr

Manager, Public Policy, Southeast & Gulf New Orleans or Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States ... Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; planning, memo-writing and budgeting/basic ...

Jackalope Digital LLC

$150 - $200/hr

Airbnb's Public Policy campaign team exists to further the interests of our community of hosts and ... Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; planning, memo-writing and budgeting/basic ...

Whatnot

Director, U.S. Public Policy

Washington, DC · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

You are an avid storyteller who can communicate clearly in writing and in person, and you are ... S. Public Policy will report to the Head of Global Public Policy. You will: * Lead Whatnot ...

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Senior Manager, Energy Public Policy - US West, AWS Public Policy

Seattle, WA • On-site

Amazon
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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$134K - $165K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and execute advocacy strategies that support AWS energy policy priorities.

  • Engage with government entities, regulators, and industry stakeholders throughout the western United States to promote AWS advocacy positions.

  • Facilitate meetings between AWS and key stakeholders, and contribute to policy submissions and consultations with regulators.

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7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 7,162 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

The AWS Public Policy team is paving the way for the future of data center power supply and industry leading carbon-free energy procurement through engagement with policymakers, grid operators and other stakeholders.
Amazon is looking for a talented policy professional who is innovative and well-connected to represent AWS before state policymakers on energy and infrastructure policy. You will need to have a deep understanding of the energy policy industry, especially energy regulatory, legislative and wholesale electric market policy related to issues faced by large electricity buyers and customers in the western United States. You have a passion for shaping grid policy in statehouses and before utility regulators throughout the western US, and you're excited to contribute to team efforts on related issues at the federal level.
Key job responsibilities
- Develop and execute advocacy strategies that support AWS energy policy priorities.
- Engage relevant government entities such as the Bonneville Power Administration, CAISO, state legislative committees of jurisdiction, state utility regulators and other energy industry stakeholders throughout the western United States.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders and experts to identify opportunities and risks arising from policy and regulatory development.
- Facilitate meetings between AWS and key stakeholders, including senior government officials, regulators, industry associations and alliance partners to promote AWS advocacy positions.
- Craft and contribute to policy submissions and engage in consultations with relevant regulators.
- Contribute to advocacy efforts within AWS including coordinating and developing public policy collateral such as policy position papers and talking points.
- Provide expert advice to internal business partners and assist them in developing their respective business strategies.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development)
- 12+ years of relevant public policy and advocacy experience
- Demonstrated expertise in policy research and strategy development
- The ability to travel based on business need
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or above in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development)
- Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization
- Experience building and cultivating relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience with written and verbal communication and presentation
- Experience leading energy policy initiatives in the Western United States
- Experience representing an energy company, working as or for a policymaker and/or regulator on energy issues, or representing an energy trade association.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably interact at highest corporate, federal, state and local government levels.
- Familiarity with environmental policy, water infrastructure and climate issues.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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