This position is currently a hybrid remote/in-office position. Local applicants are preferred.

American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) is a dynamic trade association representing high-tech American manufacturers of virtually the entire U.S. supply of gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, other fuels and home heating oil, as well as the petrochemicals used as building blocks for thousands of vital products in daily life, from paints to plastics, space suits to solar panels, and medicines to mobile phones.

AFPM is looking for a knowledgeable Director, Fuel & Vehicle Policy to join our team of regulatory affairs and government relations professionals. The Director, Fuel & Vehicle Policy will play a primary role in the formulation and implementation of AFPM fuels policy, in particular the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) as well as vehicles policy. This position will work closely with the Advocacy team in increasing the effectiveness and visibility of AFPM with the Executive Branch, Congress, and state lawmakers on key regulatory and policy matters affecting the refining and petrochemical sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares AFPM comments on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Transportation proposals that impact fuels.
  • Develops AFPM comments on vehicle policy proposals, including at the state level (such as EV mandates or subsidies).
  • Alerts members and AFPM Senior Management of key fuels and vehicle policy developments.
  • Represents AFPM on, is an integral member of, and facilitates the work of the AFPM Fuels Committee.
  • Initiates and maintains effective relationships with Executive Branch officials and their staff on fuels policy matters.
  • Reviews and provides input on draft fuels litigation briefs.
  • Develops and delivers oral testimony at EPA and other public hearings.
  • Prepares fuels publication for AFPM members.
  • Participates in, develops, and leads coalition activities in support of AFPM objectives.
  • Provides technical guidance to AFPM Government Relations staff on fuels and vehicle legislative policy and proposals.
  • Develops and maintains strong and positive working relationships with AFPM member company representatives.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience working with energy and fuels matters, the RFS and/or vehicle policies in particular. Association experience a plus.
  • Strong analytical skills in formulating regulatory positions.
  • Outstanding communication skills, evidenced by experience in communicating advocacy positions, including writing regulatory comments and/or testimony.
  • Initiative and ability to work both independently and collaboratively with co-workers across the organization, members, and AFPM allies.
  • Familiarity with ASTM and the Code of Federal Regulations.
  • Experience with effective agency advocacy (i.e., meetings with Office of Management and Budget (OMB), monitoring rulemakings currently at OMB for interagency review).
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to work under tight time constraints.
  • Excellent work ethic and an ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
  • Proficient with all Microsoft Office programs.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary for this position is market-driven and based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Total compensation includes a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision coverage; paid vacation, sick, holiday, parental and other leave benefits; 401(k), long-term care insurance, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, commuter allowance, personal device allowance, educational assistance, professional and career development, and more.

If you are a qualified, interested candidate, please complete the following online application process. Candidates are strongly encouraged to include a current resume and cover letter.

Only direct applications will be considered; resumes received via placement agency or other third party will not be reviewed.

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AFPM is an equal opportunity employer. AFPM does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law or regulation. AFPM does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for AFPM to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either AFPM or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of AFPM has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

I attest with my signature below, the information provided to AFPM is true and complete information. No requested information has been concealed. As part of its normal hiring process, AFPM conducts reference checks on all final candidates. However, before reference checks are conducted, AFPM will contact the candidate to agree on the timing of contacting a current or previous employer and the person(s) to be contacted.

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