About Evergreen Action
Evergreen Action advances ambitious, actionable climate policies that lower costs, cut pollution, and build a thriving, inclusive clean energy economy. They develop policy roadmaps, build political pathways, and shape public narratives that help leaders turn climate ambition into durable progress.
Evergreen was founded in 2020 by former Inslee for America staff and supporters after Gov. Jay Inslee released his 218-page presidential climate plan as an open-source resource. That plan became the foundation of the Evergreen Action Plan and the organization’s early work.
Building on that foundation, Evergreen helped shape the U.S. climate policy landscape, including playing a pivotal role in the passage and implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), strengthening federal pollution standards, and helping Michigan enact its landmark 100% clean energy standard in 2023.
Today, Evergreen combines movement partnerships with direct advocacy to deliver the greatest positive impact, as fast as possible. They mix bold policy products with campaign-style communications and shrewd advocacy tactics. And it’s working.
Evergreen is focused on helping states deliver affordable clean energy, clean transportation, and efficient buildings while defending hard-won climate progress. By developing practical policy roadmaps, building political support, and showing how climate solutions can lower costs and improve people’s lives, Evergreen is advancing a cross-state climate affordability agenda and laying the groundwork for renewed national climate leadership.
Though the challenges are immense, their work to build a thriving and just clean energy future remains more important than ever.
For more information, please visit: https://www.evergreenaction.com/
The Opportunity
Evergreen Action is seeking a Senior Regional Advocate to lead our work at the PJM Interconnection, and surrounding Mid-Atlantic states to advance the organization’s climate and clean energy goals.
Working closely with the Eastern States and Power Policy teams, the Senior Advocate will lead or co-lead state-based coalitions focused on PJM advocacy, as well as engage with key Governor’s office staff and state legislators. This is a specialized role that includes coordinating closely with external technical experts and representing Evergreen in external-facing venues, including engagement with environmental NGOs, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and PJM.
This role is ideal for a mission-driven advocate with experience working in or around state government wholesale markets, policy, or advocacy campaigns. The Senior Advocate will support legislative and regulatory engagement, conduct policy research, design and implement Evergreen’s PJM advocacy strategy, and help translate complex policy issues into effective advocacy strategies and communications.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Advocacy & Political Acumen
- Lead and co-lead advocacy coalitions on PJM issues that advance Evergreen’s climate and clean energy priorities across the region, in coordination with the Eastern States and Power Policy teams
- Monitor policy developments at PJM, FERC, and across priority states, and identify opportunities for strategic engagement
- Translate policy priorities into effective advocacy tactics and campaign activities within stakeholder and regulatory processes
- Represent Evergreen in meetings with policymakers, agency officials, utility commissions, and key PJM stakeholders, including travel to state capitals, PJM convenings for legislative meetings, public comment opportunities, and policy briefings
Relationship Building & Coalition Leadership
- Build and maintain strong relationships with regional partners, including advocacy organizations, technical experts, labor groups, and community stakeholders engaged at PJM
- Participate in coalition meetings, convenings, and collaborative advocacy efforts related to PJM and wholesale energy markets
- Support efforts to expand Evergreen’s presence and partnerships throughout the PJM footprint
- Help coordinate messaging, strategy, and tactics with coalition partners to advance shared policy goals at PJM
- Represent Evergreen professionally and credibly in diverse stakeholder settings
Communications & Policy Writing Excellence
- Conduct policy and technical research to support PJM advocacy campaigns and strategic decision-making
- Draft memos, comment letters, policy briefs, and other written materials that support Evergreen’s advocacy efforts at PJM
- Translate complex policy and market analysis into clear, persuasive materials for policymakers, partners, and advocates
- Prepare briefing materials and background research to support meetings with decision-makers, technical experts, and stakeholders
- Communicate policy insights and PJM developments internally to inform regional strategy
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a strategic advocate with deep, specialized knowledge of PJM and energy markets, who is comfortable developing and leading this workstream for the organization.
They bring experience and relationships within the advocacy community around PJM. This individual is comfortable in corporate, shareholder-heavy, and technical settings, and can coordinate effectively with technical experts outside the organization. They move fluidly between legislative meetings, regulatory proceedings, and coalition tables.
Ideally, they bring existing trusted relationships with senior officials in the Governors’ offices of Pennsylvania, Maryland, and New Jersey, as well as with utility commissions and regulators across the region, or a demonstrated ability to build relationships at that level quickly.
They bring curiosity, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in dynamic policy and advocacy settings. They also bring sound judgment, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to lead and co-lead advocacy tables with minimal oversight.
Qualifications
- 4+ years of professional experience in energy policy, advocacy, government, or the energy industry, with specialized, hands-on experience on PJM issues
- Experience engaging with senior public officials, utility commissions, and PJM stakeholders
- Comfort operating in corporate and utility environments in addition to grassroots organizing settings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex, technical energy market issues for a range of audiences
- Familiarity with PJM’s stakeholder processes, wholesale market rules, and relevant FERC rules
- Experience conducting policy or legislative research and producing written materials for advocacy purposes
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments
- Demonstrated ability to manage external consultants.
- Willingness to travel regularly within the region (approximately up to 25%)
- A strong commitment to Evergreen’s mission and to advancing solutions that address the climate crisis
- Location within the Northeast or Mid-Atlantic region preferred, with priority consideration for candidates based in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Maryland
Location & Compensation
This is a regular, full-time, exempt position within the bargaining unit. This is a remote position with a target salary of $130,000.
Benefits
- 99% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees and their dependents
- 4% employer match on 401K contributions
- FSA and Dependent Care FSA
- Professional development and home office budgets
- Excellent vacation benefits and holiday schedule
Evergreen Action’s EEO Statement
Evergreen is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a safe and inclusive work environment that is dynamic, rewarding, and enables each of us to realize our potential.
Evergreen is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. Under our Organization’s policy, discrimination is prohibited with regard to any of these protected categories: race, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry; religion or religious creed (or belief, where applicable); sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions); sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, gender non-conformity, transgender status, or sexual stereotypes; marital status or civil partnership; family and relationship structure; nationality,, immigration status, or citizenship; age; physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member); military or veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking; traits historically associated with race, such as hairstyle or hair texture; AIDS/HIV positive status; or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
To Be Considered
Please submit your resume and cover letter expressing your interest in the position and fit for the role via the “Become a Candidate” button.
For additional questions, please reach out to: evergreen-energy-markets@goodcitizen.com
Applicants applying by Monday, August 31st will be given priority consideration, with the position open until filled. First round interviews with the GoodCitizen team will take place through early September. Two rounds of interviews with the client team will take place from mid-September through late-September. We hope to make an offer in early October.
