Policy & Strategy Manager
Fervo Energy
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Oakland • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $145,000 - $210,000 per year
About the role
- Define and execute state-level policy priorities and advocacy strategies across Western states, spanning regulatory, legislative, and ISO/RTO market engagement.
- Develop region-specific policy proposals and high-quality advocacy materials that position Fervo as a recognized industry leader.
- Maintain deep expertise in state utility regulation and regional energy systems as they relate to Fervo’s commercial strategy.
- Lead, mentor, and manage state policy leads to support professional development, ensure alignment with corporate priorities, and deliver high-impact policy outcomes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with state policymakers, NGOs, trade associations, and senior government officials.
- Oversee external lobbyists and consultants to ensure effective coordination and deployment of resources across the region.
- Partner with the Director of Government Affairs & Policy to educate internal stakeholders on regulatory developments and develop company policy positions informed by cross-functional input.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in state-level energy policy, utility regulation, government relations, or legislative policymaking
- Demonstrated track record of securing meaningful energy policy outcomes in state regulatory or legislative settings
- Deep understanding of Western states’ power sector operations, market design, and political environments
- Proven ability to lead complex, high-stakes engagements with senior government officials and diverse stakeholder groups
- Experience with, and enthusiasm for, people management and multi-stakeholder policy campaigns
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate regulatory and policy concepts for internal audiences
- Ability to travel up to 50%
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability
- flexible paid time off
- paid parental leave
- incentive stock options program
- bonus incentive program
- 401(k) plan with an employer match
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
state-level energy policyutility regulationgovernment relationslegislative policymakingenergy policy outcomespower sector operationsmarket designstakeholder engagementpolicy proposalsadvocacy strategies
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringrelationship buildingcommunicationcollaborationstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingprofessional developmentcross-functional inputpeople management