Public Policy Manager

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**Public Policy Manager at Gradient**

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**San Francisco Bay Area, Washington DC, NYC, Northern California**

Join us at Gradient where our purpose is to revolutionize home comfort while championing environmental sustainability. Our mission is to combat the escalating challenge of climate change by redefining how homes are heated and cooled. Today, the environmental impact of heating and cooling systems surpasses that of the entire transportation sector, and without intervention, this trend is set to escalate drastically. At Gradient, we believe that ensuring comfortable living spaces shouldn't come at the cost of our planet. We envision a future where every individual can enjoy the luxury of a comfortable home without contributing to carbon emissions. Our high efficiency, low carbon heat pump is just the beginning of our journey toward fully decarbonizing buildings. By joining Gradient, you'll be at the forefront of a movement to make sustainable living accessible to all, ensuring healthier communities and a brighter, greener future.

**As a Public Policy Manager, you will:**

• Be an instrumental member of the team in charting strategic opportunities, developing new governmental and community partnerships, and interfacing directly with federal, state, and local officials.
• Join a team of visionaries seeking to expand Gradient's reach in a heavily outward-facing and strategic role.
• Ensure that the company's products reach frontline and LMI communities through government and utility policies.
• Have a remote or hybrid role with a preference for candidates located in Washington DC, New York City, or Northern California.

**Responsibilities:**

• Research, analyze, and unlock incentives for residential comfort products.
• Drive refrigerant policy at federal, state, and municipal levels.
• Build and execute a policy engagement strategy.
• Keep abreast of important changes in regulatory and legislative matters.
• Build and nurture relationships with government leaders and partners.
• Collaborate with building decarbonization industry associations.
• Track and communicate policy trends and regulatory proceedings to inform commercial strategy.

**Desired Qualifications:**

• 7 years of government relations or public policy experience.
• Familiarity with energy efficiency and climate regulations.
• Understanding of energy efficiency regulatory constraints.
• Strong relationships within the energy efficiency community.
• Analytical and strategic mindset.
• Availability to travel up to 25% of the time.

**Benefits:**

• Equity
• Medical, vision, dental, life, disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid parental leave
• Professional Development Stipend
• Commuter benefits
• Unlimited PTO
• Relocation package for out-of-state applicants

**We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive company. Gradient is an equal opportunity employer.**

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