Senior Manager, State Affairs – Midwest Region

Top Workplaces

. Develop and implement SEIA policies and positions in dynamic and growing Midwest solar markets.

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in clean energy policy development and regulatory processes, particularly within the Midwest region. Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and facilitate collaboration among diverse groups while effectively communicating complex energy issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Clean Energy ResearchEnergy Policy DevelopmentRegulatory ExperienceLegislative ProcessesCommunication Skills

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Energy PolicyUtility Program DevelopmentRegulatory ProcessesLegislative ExperienceProject Management

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationConsensus BuildingSelf-StarterTask ManagementRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Distribution Management SystemsInterconnection PoliciesDemand ResponseVirtual Power PlantsEnergy Markets

Industry Keywords

Midwest Solar MarketsSEIAStakeholder EngagementLobbying InitiativesEnergy Sector

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement SEIA policies and positions in dynamic and growing Midwest solar markets.
Oversee regulatory and legislative activity in SEIA priority states in the Midwest, particularly Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota.
Manage the SEIA Midwest Region Committee and its day-to-day activities in collaboration with company leads.
Facilitate regular calls and meetings with SEIA members.
Participate in legislative and lobbying initiatives.
Work with outside counsel, contract lobbyists, and technical consultants as needed.
Collaborate with other associations, SEIA state affiliates, stakeholders, parties, and consultants.
Participate in activities in other states and overall SEIA activities as time permits.
Report to the Vice President of State Affairs and collaborate with Research, Communications, and Membership departments.
Travel primarily within the region and additionally to Washington, DC, for SEIA meetings and events.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree is required.
Minimum 4–8 years’ experience with clean energy research, energy policy, utility program/policy development, or related fields.
Regulatory experience in Illinois, Michigan, or Minnesota is preferred.
Legislative experience is a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to manage challenging and diverse views of members.
Self-starter who can work independently and remotely.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and perceive when to lead and when to build consensus.
Experience with regulatory and legislative processes in the region, in the traditional or renewable energy sector.
Professional exposure to energy policy and/or markets.
Familiarity with storage, demand response, virtual power plants, distribution management systems, and interconnection policies.
Ability to build relationships and manage project teams effectively.
Ability to facilitate dialogue with internal and external colleagues.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent benefits package
Remote-office environment option
Internet and telephone access for remote-office work