Manager, Federal and State Policy

Manager, Federal and State Policy

 This position presents an opportunity to play a key role in a growth-oriented business that is a global leader in the renewable energy industry. This position is ideally suited to a knowledgeable, career-oriented individual seeking a challenging growth opportunity in renewable power.

Reporting to the Vice President, Regulatory Affairs and Policy, North America, the applicant will be responsible for monitoring existing and potential future energy policy and regulatory developments, as well as establishing and overseeing implementation of strategies to directly influence such policy. A significant component of the role will involve the formulation and execution of policy, legislative and advocacy strategies at the state and federal level to help advance the interests of our diversified portfolio of renewable energy assets.  The role is a hybrid between monitoring federal policy as well as monitoring the policy and regulatory framework of the Electric Reliability Counsil of Texas (“ERCOT”), states within Mid-Continent ISO (MISO) or other states in United States.  The applicant will work in the D.C. or other Northeast Area but will be requested to join the management team in New York City periodically if working outside the New York area. Travel to D.C. or state capitols and key facility locations in North America will also be required as part of the normal course of business. 

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on federal hydro policy developments, including both legislation and federal regulatory activity (Congress, DOE, FERC)
• Analyze federal legislation and regulatory activity and how it might affect the company’s various existing assets as well as current and potential projects
• Establish and implement policy strategies in relation to federal or state energy policy
• Monitor and participate in state legislative and regulatory agency proceedings, including the review of legislation and regulatory filings and orders, and submitting comments and testimony;
• Monitor and report on policy and regulatory developments at the Electric Reliability Counsil of Texas (“ERCOT”), Mid Continent ISO (MISO) or other regions as assigned. 
• Collaborate with regional team members and other departments to support both the commercial and executive teams and to understand markets as they relate to policy development;
• Represent Brookfield Renewable’s interests at various trade associations;
• Advise Brookfield Renewable’s management on the impact of energy policy developments to the business;
• Influence energy policy developments through direct contacts, networking and industry organizations;
• Maintain relationships with other energy policy professionals within the NGO community, in government and ISOs;
• Coordinate closely with the other teams within the business to effectively manage and influence policy positions and outcomes; Federal Policy, Legal, Communications, Trading, Operations, Regulatory, etc.;
• Assist with due diligence related to M&A activities and commercial transactions.

Requirements

• Demonstrated strategic thinking and strong negotiation skills;
• Strong political acuity, as well as knowledge of power and environmental markets, specifically the state and federal legislative process ;
• Ability to work with trade associations, coalitions, and outside consultants as well as an internal team of professionals;
• Experience working with legislators, regulators, stakeholders and industry advocacy groups;
• Ability to resolve differences, build relationships and achieve targeted results;
• Experience in project / case management and working on project teams;
• Demonstrated skills in identifying and assessing business threats and opportunities;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to draft  comments and testimonies to legislative proceedings and having the ability to testify if needed
• Ability to manage external consultants and lobbyists;
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of public policy and regulatory or legislative advocacy experience, including at least 2 years of direct state or federal legislative level experience;
• A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Political Science or related; Master’s degree is preferred;
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with legislative, government and regulatory advocacy;
• Strong relationships and extensive network with other energy policy and environmental stakeholders will be highly valued;
• Willingness to travel, estimated between 30% and 50% depending on location.

Salary: $130,000 - $170,00