About EVgo:
EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles. Our mission is to expedite the mass adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) by creating a convenient, reliable, and affordable EV charging network that delivers fast charging to everyone. EVgo’s owned and operated charging network is growing rapidly, and we’re working to triple our network size by 2025. We partner with multiple stakeholders including automakers; fleet and rideshare operators; retail hosts such as grocery stores, shopping centers, restaurants, gas stations, and more to make our vision of Electric for All a reality. The EV industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. Join us as we charge forward into an all-electric future.
Position Summary:
The Manager, Federal Policy and Market Development will lead EVgo’s federal government outreach efforts. You will manage EVgo’s trade association relationships, coalition work with strategic partners, external political consultants, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to craft policy solutions that reflect the needs of the business. You are a strong coalition builder and effective at advancing policies, shaping funding opportunities, and recognizing priorities that will help drive transportation electrification and support the expansion of EVgo’s public charging network. In addition to Federal policy advocacy, this role entails working with our state policy team to coordinate on EVgo’s positions and support additional state legislative and regulatory engagements as needed.
This position will be working from a home office, however, we will need someone living in the DC Metro area since this will require frequent visits to Capitol Hill.
Responsibilities:
- Manage EVgo federal policy prioritization and outreach, with additional support at the state level as needed
- Identify challenges and opportunities in regulatory and legislative actions
- Develop, maintain, and implement plans to enhance EVgo’s presence in Washington, D.C and shape policy outcomes
- Analyze the impacts of proposed federal policies and regulations on EVgo’s business in partnership with crossfunctional teams and coordinate accordingly
- Communicate internally on current policy trends and future impacts on EVgo
- Manage external consultants, including lobbyists
- Support the preparation and presentation of oral and written testimony in EV dockets, regulatory proceedings, and legislative engagements
- Contribute to regulatory and policy positioning and strategy development
- Support engagements with regulators and government officials
- Provide and contribute to shaping thought leadership on policies that will increase transportation electrification
- Establish executive relationships with trade, civic and business organizations, consumer advocates, and Non-Governmental Organizations.
- Represent EVgo at trade association meetings and public events as needed
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Finance, Business, Engineering, or related equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of relevant work experience on issues related to transportation electrification, clean energy, or energy efficiency
- Familiarity with the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and federal transportation electrification policy.
- Experience working on Capitol Hill, in a federal agency or in an advocacy capacity
- Ability to prioritize the highest impact projects and execute well under pressure while maintaining long term strategic focus
- An analytical and strategic mindset that helps quickly discern the cost-benefit analysis of your time, the company’s resources, and drive the company toward high-impact initiatives
- Passion for sustainability, EVs, politics, urban planning or mobility,
- Strong business acumen with the ability to communicate the impact of government policies on the business
- Great communication and leader
- Exceptional team player who can excel at working in a collegial environment as well as being a self-motivated individual contributor
- Ability to develop and hold high-level relationships with policymakers and staff, as well as a demonstrated ability to build coalitions
- Must possess strong planning, interpersonal, decision making, and problem-solving skills
This position will be working from a home office, however, we will need someone living in the DC Metro area since this will require frequent visits to Capitol Hill.
For job positions in CA, CO, and NYC, the estimated salary range for a new hire in this position is $105,000 USD to $130,000 USD. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer discretionary target cash bonuses, restricted stock units (subject to Board Approval), and a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, unbounded paid time off including parental leave, and a 401(k).
