Director, Energy Policy – Government Affairs
Iron Mountain
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • District of Columbia • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $163,400 - $217,900 per year
Job Level
Lead
About the role
- Develop and execute a comprehensive government affairs and energy policy strategy to advance Iron Mountain’s business objectives, with a focus on power adequacy, grid resilience, and policies affecting current and future data center operations.
- Monitor and analyze emerging federal, state, and local energy policy and regulatory developments; develop policy positions, analyses, and advocacy strategies to mitigate risk and capture opportunity.
- Represent Iron Mountain before elected officials, regulatory agencies, and political appointees, advocating the company’s positions on energy, utility, and infrastructure-related issues.
- Collaborate closely with internal executives and subject matter experts to align business priorities with energy and public policy strategies and ensure consistent messaging.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, regulators, trade associations, and public policy coalitions; serve as the primary liaison for energy-related industry engagement.
- Draft briefing materials, position papers, and advocacy communications to clearly articulate Iron Mountain’s policy priorities and support engagement with key stakeholders.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in government relations or service within state/federal legislative and regulatory bodies, specifically focused on energy and power policy.
- Strong knowledge of the energy industry, including renewable energy development, energy procurement, and Regional Transmission Organization/Independent System Operator (RTO/ISO) market policies.
- Proven ability in external advocacy and communication, with the expertise to translate complex regulatory issues into actionable business strategies and persuasive briefing materials.
- Bachelor’s degree required; a Juris Doctor (JD) or Master’s degree is preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with your experience.
- Paid time off and holidays to support work–life balance.
- Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth within a global organization.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
energy policy strategyregulatory analysisadvocacy strategiesbriefing materialsposition paperscommunication strategiesenergy procurementRTO/ISO market policiesgovernment relationslegislative analysis
Soft skills
relationship buildingcollaborationcommunicationadvocacystrategic thinkingproblem-solvingstakeholder engagementpersuasionanalytical skillsleadership
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeJuris Doctor (JD)Master's degree