State Government Relations Director We're seeking a strategic, self-motivated leader to serve as State Government Relations Director for an organization focused on affordable, reliable, and responsible hydropower. This role is responsible for leading state-level advocacy, legislative outreach, and public engagement to advance the region's hydropower interests. The ideal candidate brings strong advocacy experience, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of how to build relationships with state officials, stakeholders, and community partners. This is a high-impact position for someone who thrives in a flexible, travel-intensive role and is passionate about energy policy and public affairs. What You'll Do Lead state government relations efforts across Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Develop and execute legislative and executive branch outreach strategies. Organize and manage advocacy activities, compliance responses, and key stakeholder engagements. Build work plans, track progress, and ensure successful completion of projects. Conduct research and develop materials grounded in factual, scientific information. Present research and policy positions through various forms of public communication. Collaborate with organizational leadership and staff on strategic initiatives. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in advocacy, public affairs, utilities, non-profit, trade association, or related fields. 5+ years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or policy advocacy. Strong track record of high-integrity leadership and stakeholder engagement. Excellent organizational, planning, and program management skills. Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities. Self-driven, creative, and able to work independently and collaboratively. Willingness to travel extensively and maintain a flexible schedule. Familiarity with hydropower and Northwest regional electricity issues is a plus. Compensation & Benefits Salary, commensurate with experience. Competitive health care and retirement benefits. Paid time off and recognized holidays. If you're ready to lead advocacy efforts for a critical energy issue in the Northwest, we'd love to connect.