Job Type

Full-time
Description
About the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) : Our mission is to secure a safe and stable climate by accelerating the transition to a thriving, just, and resilient low-carbon economy. We are widely recognized as an influential voice on climate issues, a trusted convener, and a credible source of expertise and analysis. We work closely with international climate negotiators; federal, state, and local policymakers; executives of Fortune 500 businesses; and a wide range of other stakeholders to advance strong policy and action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy, and strengthen resilience to climate impacts. C2ES is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization.
Our organizational values : We are ambitious and practical, advancing effective solutions that push the boundaries of the achievable. We are open-minded and inclusive, seeking out and considering a wide range of voices, views, and approaches. We are people-focused, dedicated to improving human well-being and recognizing that respect and empathy are central to success. We are one team, working collaboratively, communicating openly, making ourselves accessible to each other, and treating one another with kindness and respect.
Job Description:
C2ES seeks a highly qualified and committed individual to fill the position of U.S. Policy Fellow to advance our work on domestic climate and energy policies and actions. This position provides an exciting opportunity to join a team committed to effective and ambitious climate action, and will involve assessing the federal policy landscape, developing policy approaches that can help achieve our climate goals, and supporting growing stakeholder engagement efforts at C2ES. The U.S. Policy Fellow will report to the Director for U.S. Policy and Outreach.
Requirements
Major responsibilities:

• Work with policy makers, leading companies on C2ES's Business Environmental Leadership Council, and other C2ES staff to develop and advocate for high-impact climate and energy policies to achieve U.S. climate targets;
• Monitor, track, and report on U.S. domestic climate policy developments including both administrative and legislative actions;
• Contribute to thought leadership on market-based approaches to address climate change, and on smart climate and trade policies;
• Research and analyze state and federal policies and other policies as needed;
• Develop and contribute to written material, including blog posts, other topical web content, and policy briefs;
• Represent C2ES at relevant events in Washington by other think tanks, advocacy groups, Congress and federal agencies;
• Support and conduct briefings on U.S. climate policy developments.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) expectations:
• Participate in monthly all-staff DEI meetings;
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment;
• Complete trainings during on-boarding and on a yearly basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., economics, environmental or energy policy, environmental studies, political science) with at least four years of climate and energy experience OR a Master's degree in a related field with at least three years of climate and energy experience;
• Top-notch writing, editing, research, and analytic skills;
• Interdisciplinary understanding of climate change (economics, markets, technology, politics, etc.);
• Ability to sort through dense and complicated information quickly;
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail;
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills;
• Strong interpersonal communication skills;
• Willingness to learn and to pitch in at all levels;
• Commitment to, knowledge of, or experience in advancing issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and environmental/climate justice.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of climate and energy policies at the state and federal levels; experience with market-based policies (e.g., carbon tax/fee, cap and trade, emissions performance standard); familiarity with federal fiscal policy;
• Knowledge of climate and trade policies and agreements (e.g., border carbon adjustments, EU carbon border adjustment mechanism, G7 Climate Club);
• Experience synthesizing and communicating U.S. domestic policy developments to general audiences;
• Prior experience with climate policy engagement, including working with coalitions, trade associations, or similar collaborative efforts involving diverse stakeholders;
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize among and efficiently manage multiple assignments and meet critical deadlines;
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, as needed.

Starting Salary Base: $76,000 - $95,000. Depending on experience and qualifications.
Status: Full-time, benefits eligible
Reporting to: Director for U.S. Policy and Outreach
Travel and Location: C2ES operates a hybrid work environment from our main office in Arlington, Virginia (with a move to downtown Washington, D.C. expected by November 2024). Preference will be given to applicants in (or willing to move to) the Washington, DC metro area, with physical presence expected in the office at least 3 days per week. We will, however, also consider remote applicants for this position.
To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume, and a short writing sample to our website.
Benefits Offered:

• Health Insurance. C2ES covers 80% of the health insurance premiums.
• Dental Insurance. C2ES covers 100% of the dental premiums.
• Vision Insurance: Employee covers the total cost of this plan.
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Group Life insurance and Voluntary Life insurance.
• Leave Time: New employees start accumulating 3 weeks' vacation per year.
• Sick time: up to 10 days per year.
• Personal Leave: Up to Two personal leave days per year
• FMLA Leave: Case by case is evaluated by the Supervisor and HR.
• Holidays: C2ES observes 12 holidays during the year. Additionally, the organization closes the last week of year.
• 5% C2ES contribution towards 403b retirement Plan.
• Hybrid and flexible environment.

We also are fully committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. We believe we will only be effective in developing and advocating for climate solutions if we have a diverse range of voices and perspectives represented within C2ES, in our work, and among our partners. C2ES is committed to creating and growing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and among the stakeholders we collaborate with and convene. By fostering this culture, we can enhance our work and amplify our impact. We encourage individuals of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, sexual identities, and abilities to apply for this position. For more on C2ES's DEIJ policy, visit: https://www.c2es.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-justice .