Director of Government Affairs

Job Title: Director of Government Affairs

Location: Washington D.C. (hybrid)

About CCL:

If you're tired of climate being a fight and you'd rather help fix it, we’re glad you found us. At Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) and Citizens' Climate Education (CCE), we start from a simple belief: the people you disagree with usually care about the same things you do, like their kids, their town, and their livelihood. We find that shared ground and build from it, which is how you get climate solutions Congress can pass and that last past the next election.

At CCL/CCE, you'll help turn that philosophy into meaningful federal climate policy. You'll analyze legislation, develop policy recommendations, build relationships with congressional offices and other stakeholders, and help advance bipartisan solutions that can earn support across the political spectrum. You'll be part of a government affairs team that combines policy expertise, strategic advocacy, and the strength of a nationwide grassroots network to move climate legislation forward. We stay nonpartisan, listen first, and aim to treat everyone with respect, including people who start out genuinely skeptical.

If you want your values and your work to point the same direction, join us.

Job Summary:

The Director of Government Affairs plays a central role in advancing Citizens' Climate's federal advocacy strategy. Working closely with the Vice President of Government Affairs, this position leads congressional engagement, helps shape legislative strategy, builds bipartisan relationships on Capitol Hill, and works with coalition partners and CCL's nationwide volunteer network to advance durable climate policy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Lead congressional engagement efforts by developing and maintaining relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and other federal policymakers.

Help shape and execute legislative strategies that advance CCL's federal policy priorities.

Identify opportunities to build bipartisan support and coordinate advocacy efforts with congressional offices and key stakeholders.

Serve as a strategic liaison to CCL's nationwide volunteer network by equipping volunteers with policy guidance, legislative updates, and advocacy resources.

Represent CCL in coalitions and maintain productive relationships with partner organizations working on climate and energy policy.

Deliver presentations, trainings, and legislative briefings to volunteers, staff, leadership, board members, and external audiences.

Monitor legislative and political developments and provide strategic analysis and recommendations to the Government Affairs team.

Foster an inclusive and collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives and supports meaningful volunteer engagement.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

5-7 years of related work experience, including at least 3 years working in Congress

Experience working on federal climate, energy, and natural resources policy

Experience working in agriculture, transportation, or infrastructure policy is a plus

Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships across the political spectrum and work effectively with both Democratic and Republican offices

Strong understanding of the congressional legislative process

Experience developing and executing advocacy or legislative strategies

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legislative environment

Strong public speaking skills

Self-directed, driven, goal-oriented, with comfort working remotely

Proven communication, networking, relationship building skills

Comfort working with diverse staff and volunteers in an organization committed to bipartisanship and addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion

Must be eligible to work in the United States

Access to a computer with a camera, phone, and reliable internet required

Compensation:

$110,000 - $150,000 per year annual salary, based on experience. Benefits for a full-time position include health insurance (eligibility after waiting period), dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and a 401K retirement plan. Two weeks accrued vacation for all first-year employees. An additional week of vacation is accrued after one year of employment with Citizens’ Climate.

Schedule:

This is a full-time, exempt position. Evening and weekend hours may be necessary when working with volunteers and staff across multiple time zones. Occasional travel should be expected. This position operates out of our D.C. office with a hybrid schedule.

Citizens' Climate Education (CCE) and Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) are nonpartisan, nonprofit organizations. CCE is a 501(c)(3) focused on education, and CCL is a 501(c)(4) that lobbies for climate solutions. Lasting climate action needs people from every background and every side of the aisle, and we want our team to reflect that. CCE/CCL is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.