About the position: 

The Policy Associate/Senior Policy Associate will be called upon to help implement energy policy advocacy campaigns, as well as research and draft articles/testimony/client memos in support of a highly effective policy team. Your work will be focused on energy policy issues, including significant work to support client interests in areas such as commercial and residential building energy efficiency, electrification, flexible demand and virtual power plants (VPPs), energy workforce training, state utility regulation and implementation of energy provisions in federal legislation. 

The candidate must reside in the Washington, DC, metro area, but the individual will work primarily from home with meetings at the AnnDyl Capitol Hill offices at least two times a month. Occasional travel expected. 

 Duties will include: 

• Conduct in-depth research, assist with interviews, and support drafting of policy reports, one-pagers, and other proposals and advocacy collateral. 

• Identify and monitor company-specific policy issues relative to AnnDyl’s clients and perform research and analysis on federal and state policy/regulatory opportunities. 

• Track and report on advancement of state and federal bills through the legislative process. 

• Track and report on implementation of key enacted federal programs.  

• Monitor, synthesize, and report on federal and state funding opportunities relevant to AnnDyl clients. 

• Engage on federal appropriations work, submitting appropriations and report language requests to Congressional offices on behalf of clients. 

• Support engagement efforts with key stakeholders, legislators, committee members and staff to report on, provide insight and/or update on legislation for clients. 

• Track and produce regular newsletters on ongoing state policy and regulatory developments which affect AnnDyl clients. 

• Provide support with presentations, including background research, notes, and slide development. 

• Attend, help facilitate, and serve as note-taker for client meetings, hearings, webinars, and other events as needed, performing follow-up research and other tasks. 

• Review congressional news sources and legislation and draft client update memos. 

• Assist in the development of comments and testimony on behalf of our clients before state public utility commissions and track regulatory proceedings. 

• Conduct research and analysis regarding state regulatory proceedings regarding energy efficiency programs, VPPs, data centers, and other energy policy issues.   

• Assist in the management and execution of “lobby day” activities including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, collaborating with clients and stakeholders, and recruiting and organizing groups and participants. 

• Be available for meetings in Washington, DC in support of client activities and represent AnnDyl in meetings and at events as called upon. 

• Additional activities as determined by the Director of Government Affairs, Vice President of Government Affairs and/or the President & CEO. 

 Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively. Must be a self-starter. 

• Good judgment, professionalism, and ability to demonstrate tact and courtesy in dealing with co-workers, clients, and other external stakeholders. 

• Experience in energy efficiency, clean energy, and/or public policy a plus – interest in these subjects a must. 

The AnnDyl Policy Group offers a highly competitive salary and provides generous benefits. Individuals interested in this position should send a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. 

The AnnDyl Policy Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. 

To apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to HR@AnnDyl.com