Job Description
Position Overview
In this role, you will provide comprehensive policy support to Proterra’s Commercial organization and will work closely with multiple constituents across Proterra, including product management, partner development, communications, marketing, business development, and regulatory staff.
You will play a vital role in shaping the company's strategic direction by tracking, analyzing, and reporting on legislative, regulatory, and policy activities that could impact the business. You will assess legislation and regulations, providing strategic recommendations to enhance product, supply chain, operations, and commercial strategies. Your expert advice on regulatory compliance and policy implications will be crucial for product development and ongoing operations.
Additionally, you will write and review grant funding proposals to secure state and federal funding, managing all related activities to ensure successful grant acquisition and compliance. By analyzing and monitoring grants and incentives programs, you will support the commercialization of Proterra products in collaboration with OEM partners and end-users.
We are a growing, multi-disciplinary corporate affairs team. To be successful in this role, you are a self-starter and creative thinker with proven policy expertise, communications skills, a well-organized mind to fill a variety of roles. You enjoy collaborating with all different kinds of people – from end-use customers to battery engineers – and are passionate about clean transportation.
About The Role – You Will
Travel: 0 – 10%
Compensation: dependent on location - CA range - $122,247 - $149,413
Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).
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In this role, you will provide comprehensive policy support to Proterra’s Commercial organization and will work closely with multiple constituents across Proterra, including product management, partner development, communications, marketing, business development, and regulatory staff.
You will play a vital role in shaping the company's strategic direction by tracking, analyzing, and reporting on legislative, regulatory, and policy activities that could impact the business. You will assess legislation and regulations, providing strategic recommendations to enhance product, supply chain, operations, and commercial strategies. Your expert advice on regulatory compliance and policy implications will be crucial for product development and ongoing operations.
Additionally, you will write and review grant funding proposals to secure state and federal funding, managing all related activities to ensure successful grant acquisition and compliance. By analyzing and monitoring grants and incentives programs, you will support the commercialization of Proterra products in collaboration with OEM partners and end-users.
We are a growing, multi-disciplinary corporate affairs team. To be successful in this role, you are a self-starter and creative thinker with proven policy expertise, communications skills, a well-organized mind to fill a variety of roles. You enjoy collaborating with all different kinds of people – from end-use customers to battery engineers – and are passionate about clean transportation.
About The Role – You Will
- Track, analyze, and report on legislation, regulations, and policy activity related to issues that may impact Proterra.
- Assess the potential impact of proposed legislation and regulations on the company and provide strategic recommendations to product, supply chain, operations, and commercial strategies.
- Provide expert advice on regulatory compliance and policy implications for new product launches and existing operations.
- As needed, lead Proterra’s government and industry relations efforts to advocate for policies and standards changes (i.e. ISO, etc) that support the company’s objectives, product roadmap strategy, and address regulatory challenges.
- Conduct research and provide recommendations on a variety of topics related to the commercialization of heavy-duty zero-emission technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, engineering, and public relations, to develop company positions on policy issues.
- Write and review grant funding proposals to secure state and federal grant and incentive funding for Proterra. Handle reporting and all other grant related activities.
- In conjunction with partner development, analyze and monitor relevant grants and incentives programs for zero-emission vehicle deployment, and collaborate with OEM partners and end-users to support commercialization of Proterra powered products that can access these programs.
- As needed, represent Proterra with member trade association and coalition efforts related to legislative, regulatory and commercial policy related issues
- Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.
- Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
- Detail-oriented, resourceful and diligent.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
- At least five years of Government Relations/Public Policy within a state, trade/membership association, clean energy company, Legislative Office, or relevant regulatory agency (or combined experience).
- Previous or current experience with electric vehicles or clean energy is preferred.
- Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multiple business units to achieve business goals and objectives.
- Experience working collaboratively as a member of Industry and or Regional, State, National associations.
- Ability to develop industry and third-party relationships in furtherance of transportation electrification.
- Ability to work and think strategically to further company business goals.
- Strong written and oral communication and negotiating skills.
Travel: 0 – 10%
Compensation: dependent on location - CA range - $122,247 - $149,413
Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).
Please copy and paste this link into your browser for e-verification: http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.eb1d4c2a3e5b9ac89243c6a7543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=d6f988e60a405110VgnVCM1000004718190aRCRD&vgnextchannel=d6f988e60a405110VgnVCM1000004718190aRCRD
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Other -
Industries
Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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