Sr. Policy Advisor, West Coast

Palo Alto, CA
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Job Description

Job Category
Legal & Government Affairs

Location
Palo Alto, California

Req. ID
229807

Job Type
Full-time

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What to Expect
The Sr. Policy Advisor will be focused on state legislative work and building relationships with regulatory bodies on the West Coast and in the Mountain West states. This person will interface with state leads internally and business partners externally to drive state and local level policies on Tesla's behalf. This position will sit in Palo Alto, CA.
What You’ll Do
  • Serve as the primary advocate of state level policies—legislative and/or regulatory—impacting Tesla in California and the West Coast in all aspects of its business
  • Engage with state officials—legislators, constitutional officers, appointees, and other public officials—in order to accomplish Tesla’s policy objectives
  • Work with trade associations, allies, and stakeholders to build consensus on policies or proposals, including developing advocacy campaigns, public relations or communications strategies
  • Be responsive to needs of Tesla leadership and internal business units
  • Assist internal business units in problem-solving building, land use, air quality, and other permitting and policy issues impacting Tesla’s facilities
  • Partner with other internal teams and external stakeholders to develop and implement community outreach initiatives or events

What You’ll Bring
  • Bachelors Degree in relevant field or other advanced degree preferred or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
  • Five to ten years’ experience in state government affairs, political or grassroots organizing, or policy advocacy
  • Demonstrated history of managing policy initiatives or campaigns
  • Excellent relationships with state officials, particularly in Sacramento
  • Superb judgment and emotional intelligence with ability to resolve contentious issues, and forge consensus and build coalitions among divergent views
  • Independent, self-directed team player who is enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Knowledge of relevant transportation, electric vehicle, and clean energy policies
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$68,000 - $204,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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