Senior Manager, Government Affairs

The Senior Manager Government Affairs will join the companys Government Affairs team with a primary near-term focus on the ERCOT and SPP regions. This vital role will focus on state policy and regulatory matters in these states informing and guiding Apexs continued development ownership and operation of utility-scale renewable energy projects in the region.

As the companys eyes and ears in these key states the Senior Manager will guide internal subject matter teams help shape strategic decisions in the region and serve as our lead advocate in front of policymakers and regulators. Working in partnership with allied trade associations and other partners the ideal candidate combines a passion for clean energy deployment with technical fluency and political acumen that will advance the companys longstanding policy and regulatory engagement within these regions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Legislative Engagement
  • Monitor analyze and develop company positions on legislation affecting the electricity sector in the ERCOT and SPP regions with a primary near-term focus on Texas and Oklahoma.
  • Work collaboratively with trade associations industry colleagues and other allied stakeholders to advance shared priorities.
  • Manage contract lobbyists engaged at the state level providing direction and materials.
  • Educate policymakers about the companys portfolio of wind solar and storage projects and about industry positions on key issues prospectively or presently before the legislature.
  • Provide real-time updates and forecasts on legislative threats and opportunities to senior leadership development teams and asset management.
  • Support federal government affairs efforts through engagement with members of Congress.
• Regulatory Engagement
  • Monitor and analyze regulatory activity at the Electric Reliability Organization of Texas (ERCOT) the Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT) and other regulatory bodies in SPP states that impact our fleet of operating projects and our development pipeline.
  • Partner with internal subject matter experts including those in Apexs Transmission New Markets and Business Development teams to support project commercialization and execution.
  • Develop and maintain high-level relationships with ERCOT and PUCT staff.
  • Ensure coverage of relevant ERCOT working group and stakeholder committees and identify advocacy opportunities.
  • Manage outside counsel and regulatory consultants.
• Team Engagement
  • Participate in the Government Affairs teams collective efforts to engage with regional and national political and regulatory associations.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Success Profile

To succeed as a Senior Manager Government Affairs at Apex Clean Energy youll need to excel within the following criteria:

• Bachelors degree in public policy political science energy policy environmental studies or engineering or another relevant area of study.
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs regulatory affairs or energy policy; minimum of 3 years of direct Texas legislature and/or ERCOT experience.
• Strong preference for a candidate with experience in the renewable energy sector and/or electric utility industry.
• Demonstrated fluency in ERCOT market design issues.
• Established relationships with policymakers and regulatory staff.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to write persuasive technical comments and/or testimony.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex legislative and regulatory proceedings work collaboratively with stakeholders build coalitions and develop engagement strategies.
• Familiarity with the renewable energy project development process economics and timelines.
• Experience with political donations and Political Action Committee management is also a plus.
• This is a remote opportunity. The Ideal candidate will reside in Texas.

At Apex Clean Energy we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet every qualification listed in the job description. Your unique experiences and skills could be the perfect fit for our team!

If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to join us in accelerating the shift to clean energy we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application for our teams review!

Additional Information :

Hours/Type: Full Time Exempt
Department: Government Affairs
Travel: 15-20%

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to join a strong corporate environment and gain exposure across facilities workplace experience events and internal operations. Youll build foundational skills in execution coordination and workplace experience designwhile contributing directly to how people experience work every day.

Work Environment

Works primarily traditional office hours in an indoor office environment. Flexible work hours allowed when work duties and business operations permit.

What Apex Can Offer You

• A mission-driven energetic environment
• Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential
• Ongoing support and guidance such as on-the-job learning hands-on experience and mentorship
• Training strategies and tools to support your personal and professional growth
• Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities
• Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match
• Base and bonus commensurate with experience
• Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
• Benefits Offered: comprehensive high-deductible health plans dental and vision insurance plans short-term and long-term disability group life insurance 401(k) corporate matching flexible spending arrangements company paid parking and cell phone fitness and wellness corporate discounts

At this time Apex will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Apex Clean Energy Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry citizenship disability or veteran status.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time