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XENERGY
Director, Federal Government Relations
3 months ago
About the Job
X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us.
Job Description
This role is responsible for leading federal government affairs activities effort with a primary focus on energy, tax, and regulatory policy, appropriations, and related legislation, particularly in the nuclear energy sector. The individual will collaborate with internal and external partners to create strategies and solutions, and implementation plans that deliver measurable results. Responsibilities include creating policy papers, analyzing bill, drafting legislation, providing actionable policy recommendations, anticipating policy developments, and positioning X-energy as a leading voice affecting nuclear energy policy. Through their leadership and their interactions with Congress and the Executive Branch, the role will shape policy outcomes that impact and advance X-energy’s business objectives.
Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive federal government affairs strategies to advance the company’s policy priorities and business objectives.
- Lead engagement with Congress, White House, federal agencies (particularly DOE and DoD), and other stakeholders to assess and provide input to energy-related policies and legislation.
- Proactively engage with appropriate stakeholders to anticipate actions impacting federal energy policy, with a focus on nuclear energy and related technologies.
- Provide strategic guidance on legislative and regulatory developments that impact the company’s operations and growth.
- Develop implementation plans that align the company's nuclear energy initiatives with federal funding through all the appropriate channels.
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify and pursue opportunities for federal funding and partnerships.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key officials at the DOE, DoD, NASA and other appropriate agencies to identify business opportunities through policy and programmatic decisions.
- Represent the company in meetings, hearings, and public forums to communicate priorities and establish thought leadership.
- Provide regular updates to senior leadership on federal policy developments and their implications for the company.
- Develop and deliver high-quality briefing materials, testimony, and correspondence to support initiatives.
- Provide strategic input to the strategic and budget planning processes and develop measurable objectives for Government Affairs.
- Demonstrate a commitment to ethical and transparent activities in all engagements.
- Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
- Perform other duties as assigned by manager.
Job Profile Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, law, or a related technical field.
- Typically, fifteen years of general work experience.
- A minimum of seven years of federal government relations and/or policy experience, with a proven track record in energy policy and appropriations activities can be in lieu of fifteen years of general work experience.
- Significant experience engaging with Congress, White House, and DOE and DoD on energy-related issues.
- Deep understanding of federal policymaking processes, energy policy, and funding processes and opportunities, with specialized expertise in nuclear energy.
- Familiarity with the federal budget, legislative, and regulatory processes and landscape impacting the energy sector.
- Experience building and maintaining high-level relationships with federal officials and stakeholders and other companies.
Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville MD
Work Site Expectations: at least 3 days per week in office
Travel Expectations: up to 10% as needed
Hours: standard office schedule are 8:00am-5:00pm ET Mon-Fri
Compensation
As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.
A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:
$162,000- $225,000Position Job Classification
Full time - ExemptBenefits
X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work.
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About the Company

XENERGY
<p>X-energy is delivering the next generation of carbon-free energy by reinventing nuclear power. We believe in leaving a cleaner planet for our children and grandchildren, while continuing to provide sufficient and affordable power to sustain growing populations around the world. That is why we have reinvented nuclear power, with a unique combination of proven technologies and new innovations, to meet our current and future needs. X-energy manufactures fuel that seals uranium particles in a protective coating, which makes meltdown impossible and retains the waste inside forever. We also design plants that unlock the fuel’s potential in a process that’s as clean as wind or solar. When combined, the result is reliable carbon-free baseload power, produced more safely and affordable than ever before and available anywhere, at any time.</p>
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