Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior Regional Advocate (Energy Markets)

at Evergreen Action

🏢 About Evergreen Action

Evergreen Action is a fast-paced, mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering leaders and policymakers to drive bold climate action and create a clean energy economy. They are unique in their focus on translating complex policy into actionable strategies at the state and regional level, and they are deeply involved in shaping the energy transition in the United States.

About This Role

This role is central to Evergreen's efforts to transform the PJM Interconnection, the nation's largest wholesale electricity market, and to accelerate clean energy adoption in Mid-Atlantic states. As a Senior Regional Advocate, you will lead coalitions, engage with key policymakers, and develop strategies that directly influence the region's energy future, making it a high-impact position for someone passionate about systemic change.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve a morning call with coalition partners to align on messaging, followed by drafting a comment to FERC or PJM on a proposed rule. You might then meet with a legislative aide to discuss a clean energy bill, and spend the afternoon analyzing a technical report to inform your advocacy strategy. The role is dynamic, with regular virtual meetings and occasional travel to state capitals or PJM meetings.

🚀 Application Tools

Generate Cover Letter

AI-powered, tailored for Evergreen Action

Interview Prep

Practice questions for this role

🎯 Who Evergreen Action Is Looking For

  • Experienced in energy policy, with a strong understanding of wholesale electricity markets, particularly PJM or similar RTOs.
  • Skilled in state-level advocacy, with a proven ability to build and lead coalitions and engage with governor's office staff and legislators.
  • A strategic thinker who can translate complex technical and regulatory issues into clear, compelling advocacy messages.
  • Excellent communicator and relationship-builder, comfortable representing an organization in high-stakes external venues like FERC and PJM.
  • Mission-driven and proactive, with a track record of designing and implementing successful advocacy campaigns.

📝 Tips for Applying to Evergreen Action

1

Because Evergreen has retained GoodCitizen for this search, apply through the link in the job description, and ensure your application is tailored to the specific requirements of this role.

2

Highlight any direct experience with PJM or other RTOs, and specifically mention any work you've done with state-based coalitions or in the Mid-Atlantic region.

3

Quantify your advocacy achievements (e.g., 'led a coalition that successfully influenced state energy policy' or 'secured commitments from policymakers').

4

Emphasize your ability to work remotely and independently, as this is a remote position, and provide examples of how you've managed complex projects in a remote setting.

5

Showcase your familiarity with Evergreen's mission and recent campaigns, and articulate how your personal values align with their climate action goals.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for climate action and clean energy, and why you are specifically drawn to Evergreen's approach of working at the state and regional level.", 'Your deep understanding of PJM and wholesale electricity markets, and your ideas for advancing clean energy within that framework.', 'Your experience in coalition-building and engaging with state policymakers, with concrete examples of successful advocacy outcomes.', 'Your ability to translate complex technical issues into persuasive advocacy and communications, as this is a key requirement of the role.']

Generate Cover Letter →

🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Familiarize yourself with Evergreen Action's mission, recent reports, and campaigns, particularly those related to PJM and Eastern states.
  • → Study the PJM Interconnection's structure, current market rules, and recent debates around capacity markets, interconnection queues, and state subsidies.
  • → Research the key state-level energy policies and players in the Mid-Atlantic states (e.g., Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania) and any ongoing coalition efforts.
  • → Understand the role of FERC in overseeing PJM and the current federal energy policy landscape, including recent FERC orders and initiatives.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach building and maintaining a coalition of diverse stakeholders (e.g., environmental groups, state officials, technical experts) to advocate for clean energy at PJM?
2 Describe a time you influenced a state policy or regulatory decision. What was your strategy and what was the outcome?
3 What are the biggest challenges and opportunities for advancing clean energy in the PJM market? How would you address them?
4 How do you stay current on FERC and PJM developments, and how would you use that knowledge to inform your advocacy strategy?
5 Given this is a remote role, how do you plan to effectively collaborate with the Eastern States and Power Policy teams and maintain strong relationships with external partners?
Practice Interview Questions →

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that does not mention Evergreen, PJM, or the specific responsibilities of this role.
  • Overlooking the instruction to apply through GoodCitizen's link, as applications sent elsewhere may not be considered.
  • Focusing only on national energy policy without demonstrating an understanding of state-level advocacy and the importance of regional coalitions.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

✓

Offer

Congratulations!

Ready to Apply?

Good luck with your application to Evergreen Action!

← Back to Job Listing Apply Now →