State Policy Senior Associate

About Tomorrow Energy Partners

Tomorrow Energy Partners LLC provides research, analysis, and strategic support services to catalyze clean energy innovation and deployment across the United States. We serve as a strategic partner who can navigate complex policy challenges and deliver measurable impact.

Position Overview

TheStatePolicySeniorAssociatewillprincipallysupportClean Tomorrow's on-the-ground state engagement work,developingand implementingstakeholder engagement strategiestotranslateClean Tomorrow's existing policyexpertiseinto state-level action.Initiallythis role willsupportClean Tomorrow’s Siting Solutions Project,which works todiagnose anddevelopstatesitingandpermittingpolicysolutionsto improve the pace and scale of clean energy deployment.The ideal candidate can read a state's political and stakeholder landscape,engagecoalitions that extend beyond traditional clean energyand climateconstituencies,provideaccurateand succinctreviewsof legislative proposals,and rapidly produce clear, audience-appropriate materials for state policymakers and advocates. This role willreportto the Senior Director of Policy.

About Clean Tomorrow

Clean Tomorrow advances policies that reduce climate emissions by turning policy ambition into action. Clean Tomorrow works to catalyze rapid change that will accelerate the innovation and growth of clean energy by conducting original research and engaging with partner organizations toidentifyopportunities for changes in policy that are actionable in five years or fewer. Clean Tomorrow’s strictly non-partisan stance places policy over ideology; Clean Tomorrow will form the diverse coalitions necessary to advance policies that truly reduce emissions and confront the urgency of climate change.

Key Responsibilities

State Political & Advocacy Strategy (60%)

• Assess the political and stakeholder landscape in target states and develop engagement strategies tailored to each

• Identifyand cultivate relationships with constituencieswithin andoutside the traditional environmentaland climateadvocacy communities

• Advise on state-specific opportunities and barriers to advancing clean energy siting reform

• Monitor legislative developments and political dynamics across target states

Coalition Engagement & Public Affairs (20%)

• Coordinate andfacilitatestakeholder convenings, forums, and roundtables supportingtheSitingSolutionsProject

• Build andmaintainstakeholder relationships in support of clean energy siting reform

• Tailor Clean Tomorrow's existing research and policy materials forin-state audiences

• Rapidly produce policy briefs, one-pagers, and other educational materials for non-technical audiences

Program & Grants Support (20%)

• Support grant reporting and documentation for state engagement activities

• Track project deliverables and ensure deadlines are met

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in state-level political, public affairs, or advocacy work

• Demonstrated ability to build and managestakeholder relationshipsin complex political environments

• Strong writing skills with the ability to produce clear, concise policy communications quickly

• Experience working across multiple states preferred; familiarity with energy or infrastructure policypreferred

• Advanced degree in relevant field preferredbut notrequired(e.g., Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration)

Desired Skills & Experience

• Strong political instincts and ability to diagnose stakeholder dynamics quickly

• Experience navigating state legislative and budget processes

• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams across different state contexts simultaneously

• Strong alignment with Clean Tomorrow's mission to advance policies that reduce climate emissions by turning policy ambition into action

We encourage applicants to apply if you meet many but not all the required qualifications. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.We do not sponsor work visasat this time.

Working Conditions

• Full-time, regular position

• Occasional travel (5-15% of time)

• Fully remote position

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $95,000- $125,000,commensuratewith experience and qualifications

• Bonus opportunities

• Accrued sick leave and paid time off, 11 federal holidays, and two personal holidays

• 401(k) plan with matching incentives

• Medical, vision, and dental Insurance

• Flexible spending plans for healthcare and dependent care

• Paid parental leave and bereavement leave

• $50/month phone stipend

How to Apply

Pleasesubmita cover letter in addition to your resume to the Tomorrow Energy Partners Job Board:https://ats.rippling.com/tomorrow-energy-partners/jobs. In your cover letter,we'despecially love to learn what differentiates you and why you are interested in working to support Clean Tomorrow, specifically.

Tomorrow Energy Partners is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace where innovation thrives. All qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic or classification protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.

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