WA State Policy Manager (Remote)

OPPORTUNITY

National 501c4 nonprofit organization seeks qualified candidates to join our State Affairs team as the Washington State Policy Manager (WSPM). The successful candidate will work remotely from the greater Seattle area and travel regularly throughout Washington. This is an exempt role and is represented by the United Steelworkers Local Union, 2022-22.   

ORGANIZATION

The BlueGreen Alliance (BGA) is a powerful and unified voice for building an economy that addresses climate change, protects the health of people and the environment, eliminates income and racial disparities, and creates and maintains good-paying, union jobs in communities across the country. BGA brings together labor unions and environmental organizations—representing millions of members and supporters—around a shared agenda and enacts change by advocating at the state and federal level; providing education and engaging union members and environmentalists; and communicating the benefits of this shared agenda for working people, their families, and their communities. As a hybrid remote organization with offices in Minneapolis and Washington DC, BGA strives to build a positive, supportive, and inclusive culture of cohesive teams collaborating across the U.S. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Washington State Policy Manager (WSPM) leads the development, coordination, and execution of BGA’s policy and program work in the state of Washington (WA). BGA’s WA state table of labor and environmental partners is an active, committed group with ambitious goals and strong member support; one of the WSPM primary roles is to organize, focus, and drive the table’s collective efforts. Reporting to the Western States Senior Director, the WSPM will manage the implementation of programs that educate and mobilize WA partners to action; build long term alliances to promote clean and efficient energy solutions; and work with labor unions and environmental organizations to effectively advance WA state policies that build the clean energy economy in ways that reduce emissions, create quality, family-sustaining jobs, and promote shared sustainable prosperity.   

Essential Functions 

• Develop and Advance State Policy Initiatives: Design WA state policies including clean manufacturing, low-carbon materials, clean energy technologies, clean transportation and high-road procurement standards while creating quality, family-sustaining jobs; 
• Lead Coalition Engagement: Manage and expand the WA table, fostering collaboration between labor and environmental partners; 
• Build Strategic Partnerships: Strengthen relationships with policymakers, labor leaders, and climate advocates to drive industrial revitalization and decarbonization; 
• Drive Advocacy Efforts: Develop and implement organizing campaigns to advance BGA’s state policy goals, representing BGA in coalitions, at the state legislature, and in public forums to promote clean energy solutions and economic justice; 
• Track and evaluate legislation: Monitor, analyze, and provide strategic recommendations on state legislative and regulatory developments related to clean energy and workforce policies; 
• Coordinate Across Regions: Collaborate with BGA staff to align WA state initiatives with regional and national priorities; 
• And other duties as required. 

Required experience, skills & abilities 

• Policy & Advocacy Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of experience in policy advocacy, legislative organizing, or government relations—preferably in labor, environmental, or clean energy policy; 
• Legislative Experience: Demonstrated understanding of the Washington state legislative process, including experience working with lawmakers, committees, and regulatory agencies; 
• Labor Union Experience: Demonstrated understanding of building the labor movement regionally; 
• Relationship Builder: Proven ability to build coalitions, mobilize partners, and drive collective action; 
• Exceptional Communicator: Skilled in public speaking, lobbying, policy writing, and persuasive advocacy;  
• Collegial: Exhibit a positive and respectful manner with colleagues, partners, and allies;   
• Solutions Oriented: Ability to reframe barriers as opportunities and apply creative thinking to identify solutions;
• Commitment to Justice & Equity: Strong commitment to economic, racial and environmental justice;
• Reliable Collaborator: Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders; 
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365: (Sharepoint, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with cloud-based project management tools;
• Ability to travel: Based in the Seattle area with the ability to regularly travel throughout Washington up to 25% of time; and 
• A deep commitment to the mission of the BlueGreen Alliance.  

COMPENSATION

A compensation package including competitive salary with annual COLA increases and employer-funded benefits is available.

Salary 

The salary range is $100,000 - $115,000 yearly, exempt. BGA utilizes salary bands to ensure pay equity and transparency. Final salary within the salary range will be based on experience level and qualifications.

Benefits 

We equip all our staff members to live well-rounded, healthy lives. BGA continues to pride itself on industry-leading, family-friendly offerings for individuals and families of all compositions.

• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and family.
• 100% Employer-paid Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability for employees. 
• $125 per month cell phone and home internet reimbursement.
• Annual home office allowance ($250 your first year, then $125 annually thereafter.) 
• 15 days of vacation and 10 days of wellness per year to start.
• 18 paid holidays per year.
• Access to health care and dependent care FSA accounts. 
• 4% 401k Employer contribution with no match required with ROTH option. 
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

How to Apply:  Apply online here. Applications will be reviewed as received. Position open until filled. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Contact aclark@bluegreenalliance.org with any questions or accommodation requests.

BGA welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. BGA administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.? 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

We are an E-Verify company.

OPPORTUNITY

National 501c4 nonprofit organization seeks qualified candidates to join our State Affairs team as the Washington State Policy Manager (WSPM). The successful candidate will work remotely from the greater Seattle area and travel regularly throughout Washington. This is an exempt role and is represented by the United Steelworkers Local Union, 2022-22.   

ORGANIZATION

The BlueGreen Alliance (BGA) is a powerful and unified voice for building an economy that addresses climate change, protects the health of people and the environment, eliminates income and racial disparities, and creates and maintains good-paying, union jobs in communities across the country. BGA brings together labor unions and environmental organizations—representing millions of members and supporters—around a shared agenda and enacts change by advocating at the state and federal level; providing education and engaging union members and environmentalists; and communicating the benefits of this shared agenda for working people, their families, and their communities. As a hybrid remote organization with offices in Minneapolis and Washington DC, BGA strives to build a positive, supportive, and inclusive culture of cohesive teams collaborating across the U.S. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Washington State Policy Manager (WSPM) leads the development, coordination, and execution of BGA’s policy and program work in the state of Washington (WA). BGA’s WA state table of labor and environmental partners is an active, committed group with ambitious goals and strong member support; one of the WSPM primary roles is to organize, focus, and drive the table’s collective efforts. Reporting to the Western States Senior Director, the WSPM will manage the implementation of programs that educate and mobilize WA partners to action; build long term alliances to promote clean and efficient energy solutions; and work with labor unions and environmental organizations to effectively advance WA state policies that build the clean energy economy in ways that reduce emissions, create quality, family-sustaining jobs, and promote shared sustainable prosperity.   

Essential Functions 

• Develop and Advance State Policy Initiatives: Design WA state policies including clean manufacturing, low-carbon materials, clean energy technologies, clean transportation and high-road procurement standards while creating quality, family-sustaining jobs; 
• Lead Coalition Engagement: Manage and expand the WA table, fostering collaboration between labor and environmental partners; 
• Build Strategic Partnerships: Strengthen relationships with policymakers, labor leaders, and climate advocates to drive industrial revitalization and decarbonization; 
• Drive Advocacy Efforts: Develop and implement organizing campaigns to advance BGA’s state policy goals, representing BGA in coalitions, at the state legislature, and in public forums to promote clean energy solutions and economic justice; 
• Track and evaluate legislation: Monitor, analyze, and provide strategic recommendations on state legislative and regulatory developments related to clean energy and workforce policies; 
• Coordinate Across Regions: Collaborate with BGA staff to align WA state initiatives with regional and national priorities; 
• And other duties as required. 

Required experience, skills & abilities 

• Policy & Advocacy Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of experience in policy advocacy, legislative organizing, or government relations—preferably in labor, environmental, or clean energy policy; 
• Legislative Experience: Demonstrated understanding of the Washington state legislative process, including experience working with lawmakers, committees, and regulatory agencies; 
• Labor Union Experience: Demonstrated understanding of building the labor movement regionally; 
• Relationship Builder: Proven ability to build coalitions, mobilize partners, and drive collective action; 
• Exceptional Communicator: Skilled in public speaking, lobbying, policy writing, and persuasive advocacy;  
• Collegial: Exhibit a positive and respectful manner with colleagues, partners, and allies;   
• Solutions Oriented: Ability to reframe barriers as opportunities and apply creative thinking to identify solutions;
• Commitment to Justice & Equity: Strong commitment to economic, racial and environmental justice;
• Reliable Collaborator: Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders; 
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365: (Sharepoint, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with cloud-based project management tools;
• Ability to travel: Based in the Seattle area with the ability to regularly travel throughout Washington up to 25% of time; and 
• A deep commitment to the mission of the BlueGreen Alliance.  

COMPENSATION

A compensation package including competitive salary with annual COLA increases and employer-funded benefits is available.

Salary 

The salary range is $100,000 - $115,000 yearly, exempt. BGA utilizes salary bands to ensure pay equity and transparency. Final salary within the salary range will be based on experience level and qualifications.

Benefits 

We equip all our staff members to live well-rounded, healthy lives. BGA continues to pride itself on industry-leading, family-friendly offerings for individuals and families of all compositions.

• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and family.
• 100% Employer-paid Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability for employees. 
• $125 per month cell phone and home internet reimbursement.
• Annual home office allowance ($250 your first year, then $125 annually thereafter.) 
• 15 days of vacation and 10 days of wellness per year to start.
• 18 paid holidays per year.
• Access to health care and dependent care FSA accounts. 
• 4% 401k Employer contribution with no match required with ROTH option. 
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

How to Apply:  Apply online here. Applications will be reviewed as received. Position open until filled. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Contact aclark@bluegreenalliance.org with any questions or accommodation requests.

BGA welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. BGA administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.? 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

We are an E-Verify company.