Senior Associate, The Coalition for Reimagined Mobility

Salary Range:

$70,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Senior Associate, The Coalition for Reimagined Mobility

THE OPPORTUNITY

SAFE is an action-oriented, nonpartisan organization committed to transportation and energy policy solutions to ensure the economic and national security of the United States, its partners, and allies. Since its launch in 2005, SAFE has worked with its Energy Security Leadership Council—a peerless coalition of current and former Fortune 500 CEOs and retired 4-star admirals and generals—to support secure, resilient, and responsible energy solutions. SAFE’s work has expanded past its original focus on reducing America’s oil dependence to encompass global transportation, energy policy, and supply chain challenges. In supporting strengthened alliances, transparency, and reindustrialization, SAFE advances an ambitious vision from the first raw materials to the very last mile.
SAFE’s Coalition for Reimagined Mobility (ReMo) is an initiative of SAFE, advancing policies and solutions to drive system-level transformation in transportation by developing and scaling advanced mobility technologies for a 21st-century system that is safe, secure, and efficient. ReMo convenes stakeholders, conducts research, publishes reports, and leads education campaigns to catalyze economic growth, strengthen national security, and spur innovation that enhances how people and goods move. For more information, visit:
secureenergy.org
reimaginedmobility.org

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Associate conducts research, analysis, and writing to support various policy projects, reports, presentations, and memos. This role focuses on key topics within the emerging mobility ecosystem, including secure and trusted transportation supply chains, digitalization, AI and connectivity, autonomy and advanced mobility technologies, mobility data and analytics, and sustainable transportation. Additionally, the Senior Policy Associate contributes to ReMo’s external communications and supports advocacy campaigns as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Research and analysis: Conduct research; produce and edit ReMo policy publications (and/or sections thereof) on a variety of topics as listed above; collect and analyze data to observe and interpret trends.

2. Policy development: Contribute to the development of SAFE/ReMo policy recommendations designed to strengthen the case for technology solutions that provide greater access, efficiency, safety, and sustainability to moving people and goods consistent with the organization’s mission of enhancing national security and economic competitiveness for the United States, its partners, and allies.

3. Contribute to ReMo’s external presence: Contribute to the development of presentations, talking points, op-eds, and other materials designed to increase SAFE/ReMo’s public profile and support further brand awareness, business development, and fundraising.

4. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing: Provide analysis and guidance to SAFE staff on policy issues related to ReMo, as necessary.

5. Provide administrative support: Assist in notetaking, the preparation of regularly scheduled meetings with partners, sharing of relevant news, event engagements, etc. as needed.

6. Organization representation: Attend external events as a representative of SAFE raising awareness of SAFE’s work and building relationships with relevant parties.

Professional Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.

Master’s degree or extensive relevant equivalent experience of transportation and technology policy.

Knowledge of emerging mobility issues.

Professional experience (2–5 years) involving research, analysis, and writing on policy issues in transportation and the new mobility systems paradigm.

1–3 years of experience directly working on rulemakings within a government agency.

Experience writing and publishing articles aimed at a policy audience.

Experience working with policymakers, including government officials, military officers, and business leaders.

Exceptional writing skills with a clear understanding of narrative development.

Strong organizational skills.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively work with outside stakeholders.

Demonstrated research skills incorporating a variety of sources and databases.

High computer proficiency, including but not limited to a good command of Microsoft Office Suite.

A proven ability to work both as a member of a team on collaborative projects and as an independent writer and researcher.

A clear interest in the mission of SAFE and ReMo.

SALARY/BENEFITS

The opportunity garners a competitive salary between $70,000–$90,000, commensurate with experience, and a full benefits package. SAFE provides a generous health benefits package covering up to 100% of premiums for employees and their families, 401K with 3% employer contribution and life insurance, as well as other benefits to be detailed in the offer. The individual will be based in the greater Washington, D.C. area. SAFE staff report to the office at least 4 days per week with the ability to do remote work as available and approved.

TO APPLY

Please provide a detailed resume via SAFE’s online Career Center.