Federal Public Policy Lead

Washington, DC, USA
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Job Description


What to Expect

Tesla is looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join the Policy Team to lead its federal advocacy in Washington, DC. The Federal Policy Lead will work closely with Tesla’s product, engineering and operations team to advance policies in support of company goals. This person will be expected to spearhead engagement with Congress and the Executive Branch. 

What You’ll Do

  • Analyze, research and develop policies across a wide array of legislative and regulatory issue areas, including but not limited to autonomous vehicles, supply chain procurement, workforce issues, international trade and permitting
  • Develop and implement strategies that advance Tesla’s mission across a range of Congressional policymakers, stakeholders and non-traditional allies
  • Represent Tesla in Congress and in the executive branch and build strong relationships with federal policymakers
  • Proactively engage and build coalitions with technical experts, industry associations, local and state authorities, and other key stakeholders
  • Ensure effective collaboration between Tesla’s Policy and Business Development, Operations, and Engineering Teams on policy and regulatory engagements

What You’ll Bring

  • 10+ years of relevant work experience on Capitol Hill, the Executive Branch or in federal advocacy 
  • Strong relationships across an ideological spectrum
  • Familiarity with technologies including electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles, solar energy and battery storage 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to synthesize and clearly communicate technical information
  • Strong project management skills and experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Highly energetic personality with an ability to function autonomously in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
  • Masters, Juris Doctor or other advanced degree preferred

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)
  • 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


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