Senior Climate Policy Advisor

This recruitment will remain open until November 15 2025. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on October 22 2025. It is in the applicants best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Make a Difference: Protect Consumers & Join Our Dynamic Team!

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the Senior Climate Policy Advisor position. This role is within the Policy and Legislative Affairs Division and is based out of our Capitol Campus Office in Olympia.

We are an employer of choice! Heres why:

• Meaningful work: Ensure a healthy insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
• Impactful career: Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
• Small agency big opportunities: Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
• Diversity equity and inclusion:OIC is committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful safe and supportive working environment - by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds cultures and attributes.

About the Position

The Senior Climate Policy Advisor is a strategic and high-impact role serving as the Commissioners primary advisor on all matters related to climate change and its intersection with the insurance marketplace in Washington State. Positioned within the Policy and Legislative Affairs Division and reporting directly to the Deputy Commissioner this role is central to advancing the agencys climate agenda and shaping the future of climate policy in insurance regulation.

As the agencys lead climate expert you will drive the development and implementation of innovative strategies that align with the Office of the Insurance Commissioners (OIC) mission to protect consumers the public interest and the states economy through fair and effective oversight. From crafting forward-thinking policy recommendations to representing the Commissioner in high-level meetings task forces and legislative hearings this position requires both subject matter expertise and strategic acumen.

You will engage with stakeholders across local national and international platformsincluding government agencies the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) and public-private partnershipsto build collaborations that address the growing risks and opportunities associated with climate change. Your work will shape regulations influence legislation and support the development of data-driven consumer-focused solutions.

This is a unique opportunity to lead in one of the most critical policy arenas of our timeclimate resilience in the insurance industrywhile contributing meaningfully to public service and regulatory innovation in Washington State.

This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of candidates for Senior Climate Policy Advisor vacancies in the next sixty days.

This is a Civil Service Exempt full-time position. The annual salary range for this position is $110000 - $135000.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package: Health dental vision retirement paid leave (vacation sick etc.) and much more!
• Supportive work environment: We value diversity professional growth and collaborative atmosphere.
• Wellness programs: Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.
• Work-life balance: Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
• Public service fulfillment: Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
• Training & Development: Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other programs.
• Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County): Save on commuting costs.
• And more! Explore our website for additional benefits:

The duties of the position include but are not limited to:

• Serve as the Commissioners primary advisor on climate policy and climate-related insurance issues.
• Provide strategic support to the Commissioner including preparing briefings speeches and presentations.
• Represent the agencyat conferences legislative hearings and national/international working groups (e.g. UNEP SIF NAIC IAIS).
• Act as the main point of contact for legislators consumer groups and stakeholders on climate issues.
• Lead development of climate strategies and initiatives aligned with the Commissioners policy goals.
• Coordinate Washington insurers participation in the NAIC Climate Risk Disclosure Survey and report findings.
• Support rulemaking and cross-divisional projects with climate subject matter expertise.
• Monitor and analyze climate-related legislation and regulations; provide executive recommendations.
• Collaborate with federal state and international partnerson emerging climate and insurance policies.
• Deliver public testimony draft legislation and represent the agency in key climate discussions.
• Stay current on climate and insurance trends; contribute to agency strategic planning.

To read more about this position and view all duties clickhereto request a position description.

Required Qualifications:

Six (6) or more years of professional experience* in a business government or legislative setting doing climate related public policy research analysis or development.

AND

One (1) year experience researching and providing information to testify before governing boards and legislative committees.

AND

Intermediate level in Microsoft Outlook Word PowerPoint and Excel

Academic Degree Equivalency Chart

*A degree in Public Policy/Admiration Political Science Energy Environment Climate Policy Government Law Insurance Management or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation or a foreign equivalent may be substituted for relevant experience. Proof of degree may be required prior to employment. If a degree was awarded outside of the United States candidates must provide a credential evaluation report.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Effective Public Speaking and Communication of Complex Concepts

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Two or more years of professional experience drafting legislation and/or rules.
• Masters degree or other advanced degrees in law political science public/business administration energy climate or environmental policy or other relevant field.
• Two or more years of professional experience reviewing and interpreting legislation rules policies technical papers or legal documentation.

• Broad experience with insurance products claims marketing and regulations.
• Working experience with federal and state regulatory requirements related to insurance.
• Active member of a State Bar Association.
• Working experience with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.
• Advanced or above software skills in Microsoft Office Products (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).
• Maturity and confidence in dealing with elected public officials other state and federal agencies and industry representatives senior and high-ranking members of government non-government national/international organizations and the public.
• Demonstrated experience with current international national and state climate issues.
• Knowledge and understanding of the organizational and political climate to make decisions and take actions that satisfy diverse interests and contribute effectively to organizational goals.

• State law (RCW 48.02.0905) prohibits employees of the OIC from having any interest directly or indirectly in an insurance company other than as a policyholder. This prohibition includes the receipt of renewal commissions. If employment is accepted with this agency you agree to abide by this state law.
• Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
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