Job Number:
HC-04670
Date Posted:
April 7, 2026
Position Title:
Federal Policy Advisor
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
Pipeline Safety Trust (PST)
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC, Bellingham, WA
Contact:
Salary:
$81,500 – $122,500 for DC-area applicants, DOE, Negotiable; $71,000 – $106,500 for applicants outside DC-area, DOE, Negotiable
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The Pipeline Safety Trust (PST) seeks a Federal Policy Advisor to join our team dedicated to protecting people and the environment from pipeline accidents.Build collaborative relationships with decisionmakers and subject matter experts, write policy recommendations, serve as PST’s face of government relations, and provide expertise on relevant issues surrounding pipelines to further our policy goals.A law or public policy degree or comparable experience is preferred, but not required for this position.
Responsibilities:
• Create and maintain strong working relationships with legislative and regulatory staff and key stakeholders on pipeline issues
• Track and prepare written analyses of pipeline-related state and federal rulemakings, policies, and legislation
• Conduct research and develop legislative and policy proposals, memoranda, position statements, fact sheets, talking points, and briefing materials
• Create programs to reduce barriers to allow for more public participation and engagement on pipeline issues in regulatory and legislative processes
• Build a more inclusive and diverse engaged public by expanding outreach, amplifying voices, and ensuring PST’s advocacy reflects a range of affected communities
• Contribute to the PST’s annual Pipeline Safety Conference traditionally held in New Orleans, LA
Qualifications:
• 5+ years relevant hill or government relations experience
• Excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills
• Experience evaluating and analyzing legislation and regulations
• Working knowledge of federal regulatory and legislative processes
• The ability and confidence to work independently
• Experience working productively within diverse coalitions, including affected communities, environmental organizations, labor unions, industry, and governmental representatives
Instructions:
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Other:
PST is committed to equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from individuals of any race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, national origin, or ability.
