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Director, Fuel & Vehicle Policy
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.
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Meeting Planner
This position is currently a hybrid remote/in-office position.
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. As a national trade association representing American refineries and petrochemical companies, AFPM brings together staff, members, affiliates, and thought leaders at major conventions and smaller gatherings, both virtual and in-person, throughout the year.
AFPM seeks an experienced and highly skilled meeting and conference planner to join our team of professional meeting planners and to provide planning, execution and logistical support functions for the meetings of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers association. This position will serve as the primary communicator of meeting details to host departments, outside vendors, and the entire meeting team on assigned events.
Responsibilities
- Provides logistical support for assigned AFPM conferences and meetings, seminars, and small committee meetings, including developing detailed specification sheets for room assignments and setups, food and beverage needs, a/v requirements, and all other ancillary services required to execute the meeting.
- Coordinates with staff responsible for the program to identify requirements
- Manages the expenses of all meetings through strict adherence to the meeting budget
- Contributes to website and digital content to communicate and market AFPM meetings
- Prepares requests for proposals to potential vendors to provide required services
- Conducts site review and inspection to plan details of the meeting
- Travels to and manages on-site execution at all assigned events
- Conducts post-event analysis and reports on event effectiveness to optimize future events
Qualifications
- 3 - 5 years of trade association meeting planning experience
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook, and familiarity with HTML and databases
- Excellent oral and written communication and negotiating skills
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
- Ability to travel up to 6 weeks per year
- Bachelor’s degree and CMP preferred
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Specialist, Regional Network Programs – Occupational Safety
This position is currently a hybrid remote/in-office position.
American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) is looking for an experienced, organized and detail-oriented Specialist, Regional Network Programs – Occupational Safety. 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.
The Specialist, Regional Network Programs – Occupational Safety coordinates and facilitates regional safety meetings across the United States focused on our Occupational Safety regional networks. This is a full-time exempt position and reports to AFPM’s Senior Manager, Regional Network Programs.
Responsibilities
- Assists in managing, coordinating, and facilitating occupational safety regional network meetings
- Builds strong relationships with AFPM member company representatives and meeting attendees.
- Assists in developing and maintaining network communications, network materials, and member-focused databases.
- Disseminates important information within and across regions, and with other relevant AFPM committees.
- Communicates and collaborates with AFPM staff managing other regional network programs, to ensure program standards and cohesiveness are maintained.
- Provides input and recommendations on how to build, improve, and streamline the programs in the AFPM Safety department.
- Represents AFPM at industry- and safety-related conferences and trade shows.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or three to five years of equivalent knowledge and experience. Trade association experience a plus.
- Process or occupational safety, safety programs, and/or program and meeting coordination experience strongly preferred.
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat required, and proficiency in association management software and applications preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, teamwork skills and interpersonal skills required.
- Ability to travel as needed to regional and other assigned meetings.
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Senior Associate, APS Program Support
This position is currently a hybrid remote/in-office position.
AFPM is looking for an experienced and organized Senior Associate to join our team of Advancing Process Safety (APS) Program professionals. The APS Program focuses on industry safety management and the prevention of major hazards, environmental damage and business loss. The Senior Associate supports associated industry working groups and their work products which support the overall Advancing Process Safety Program.
This is a full-time non-exempt position and reports to the Manager, Advancing Process Safety.
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 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.
Responsibilities
Working Group Activities:
- Assists in managing, coordinating, and facilitating safety meetings for work groups within the Safety Department, focusing on supporting the Advancing Process Safety programs.
- Disseminates information within and across other identified committees.
- Develops and maintains strong working relationships with AFPM member company representatives.
- Provides input and recommendations on how to build, improve, and streamline the programs in the Safety department.
Industry Outreach
- Attends industry related conferences to represent AFPM and the Safety programs, focusing on staffing trade show booths.
Other Responsibilities
- Assists other departmental directors and staff in matters not detailed above, to promote the overall effectiveness of the Association.
Qualifications
- Three to five years’ experience in a similar role with emphasis on group communication, program management, implementing processes, and supporting various events.
- Experience in industrial safety, the refining and/or petrochemical industries, and/or trade association experience strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Outstanding written and oral communication, teamwork / team support, and relationship-building skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or the equivalent in education and experience.
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Associate, Safety Programs
The Associate, Safety Programs provides administrative support, including committee meeting logistics, conference coordination, and other organizational support duties for the Director, Safety Programs.
Responsibilities
Supports assigned committees and events by:
- facilitating logistics, and organizing correspondence and reports for Safety & Health, Immersive Learning Committees and Regional Networks.
- supports conference speaker management for Safety Conference and Workshops
- Responds in a timely manner to routine requests for information on programs, conferences, meetings, and other pertinent business when relevant.
- Posts committee documents, maintains committee calendars and rosters, and maintains any relevant online resources, updates and changes, on the AFPM web site.
- Provides research and support for departmental projects, conferences, and other initiatives.
- Other ad hoc duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge and experience.
- Two to four years of administrative support experience in a similar environment; trade association experience a plus.
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat; proficiency in association management software and applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, teamwork skills and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational and administrative skills.
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Meeting Planner
This position is currently a hybrid remote/in-office position.
AFPM seeks an experienced and highly skilled meeting and conference planner to join our team of professional meeting planners and to provide planning, execution and logistical support functions for the meetings of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers association. This position will serve as the primary communicator of meeting details to host departments, outside vendors, and the entire meeting team on assigned events.
Responsibilities
- Provides logistical support for assigned AFPM conferences and meetings, seminars, and small committee meetings, including developing detailed specification sheets for room assignments and setups, food and beverage needs, a/v requirements, and all other ancillary services required to execute the meeting.
- Coordinates with staff responsible for the program to identify requirements
- Manages the expenses of all meetings through strict adherence to the meeting budget
- Contributes to website and digital content to communicate and market AFPM meetings
- Prepares requests for proposals to potential vendors to provide required services
- Conducts site review and inspection to plan details of the meeting
- Travels to and manages on-site execution at all assigned events
- Conducts post-event analysis and reports on event effectiveness to optimize future events
Qualifications
- 3 - 5 years of trade association meeting planning experience
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook, and familiarity with HTML and databases
- Excellent oral and written communication and negotiating skills
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
- Ability to travel up to 6 weeks per year
- Bachelor’s degree and CMP preferred
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Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) is looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Vice President, Regulatory Affairs to join our team. AFPM is a leading trade association representing the 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.
The Vice President, Regulatory Affairs will lead the AFPM regulatory affairs team tasked with developing AFPM policy on federal and state legislation and regulatory matters, developing rulemaking strategies, and executing regulatory advocacy. This position will develop innovative programs to meet AFPM’s regulatory objectives and provide a forum for members to discuss practical applications, exchange views, and discuss efforts in assigned areas. In addition, this role provides research and analysis on diverse industry related topics, as needed.
This is a full-time exempt position reporting to the Senior Vice President, Government Relations & Policy.
Responsibilities
The Vice President, Regulatory Affairs:
- Provides technical, regulatory, policy and administrative leadership including analysis, decision making, problem solving, action planning, and oversight for the AFPM regulatory team and multiple policy committees.
- Develops and manages annual budgets, develops internal, member and external communications on key issues/positions in collaboration with the communications team, and builds consensus positions to support advocacy strategies.
- Leads development of AFPM positions on environmental, fuel and vehicle, safety, security, and other issues for use in comments on federal and state regulatory action.
- Represents AFPM on various technical working groups and serves as staff lead for assigned committees, work groups and special projects.
- Assists in the planning and implementation of advocacy activities, including developing relationships with various governmental agencies.
- Analyzes and distributes information to stakeholders from governmental agencies and monitors the Federal Register and agency bulletin boards to track the status of regulatory activities, public meetings, proposed rules, final rules, and guidance.
- Oversees the development and execution of AFPM Environmental and Security Conferences.
Qualifications
- A BA/BS in related technical or analytical field required, MA/MS/JD preferred, or equivalent experience and expertise.
- Minimum of 10 years working within an organization or department focused on Environmental Health and Safety issues
- At least five years of fuel and petrochemical industry regulatory experience and at least five years of staff management, employee development and leadership experience.
- Superior verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and staff management skills.
- Strong research, analytical and writing skills with experience preparing technical comment letters including managing multiple commenter inputs, assessing key points, and finalizing scientific and policy documents.
- Ability to review, comprehend, and assess scientific and policy-related white papers, guidance documents, draft regulatory language, and environmental impact assessments.
- Capable of addressing and presenting issues related to climate change, air quality, water quality, process safety management regulations, and other relevant federal and state environmental statutes.
- Ability to work with others in a cooperative and collaborative manner while recognizing the need to take independent action when appropriate.
- Proven track record in working with Federal Agencies and Departments.