Sr. Policy Advisor, State Policy

What to Expect

The Policy Advisor will be focused on state legislative work and building relationships with regulatory bodies within a region of 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 Washington D.C. or any other major U.S. location.

What You'll Do

* Develop and execute state policy strategies
-legislative and/or regulatory-impacting Tesla in all aspects of its business within that specific region

* Engage with state and local officials-legislators, constitutional officers, appointees, and other public officials-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

* Degree in relevant field 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

* 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 enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and has excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills

* 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:

* Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)

* Employee Assistance Program

* Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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

$72,000 - $297,000/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.

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Sr. Policy Advisor, State Policy

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