American Gas Association

Staff Attorney, OGC

Washington, DC

full time

$135,000-$155,000

On-site

Natural Gas Distribution

About This Job

About The Job

The Staff Attorney supports the Chief Regulatory Counsel, Energy, in managing AGA’s regulatory advocacy and litigation efforts. Working with AGA subject matter experts and member companies, the Staff Attorney helps develop regulatory advocacy initiatives and positions on issues impacting the natural gas industry, with a focus on issues before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the Department of Energy

What You Will Do

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Represent AGA in stakeholder and agency meetings on regulatory issues

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Draft comments on federal regulatory proposals on topics, with a primary focus on FERC/natural gas pipeline, and Department of Energy (DOE)/energy efficiency; coordinate input from members to reach consensus

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Work with members to develop regulatory advocacy initiatives and positions on issues impacting AGA members before FERC, the DOE, and other federal agencies.

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Review, analyze and summarize regulatory and legislative proposals

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Research legal and policy issues as needed to support AGA’s advocacy efforts

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Draft analyses and summaries to keep members informed of regulatory developments

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Attend and provide concise summaries of Congressional hearings, FERC meetings and other briefings relevant to AGA members.

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Prepare reports, presentations and collateral materials for use in public policy outreach and communications

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Develop and maintain federal regulatory and content for AGA’s website

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Work collaboratively within the Office of General Counsel and others at AGA

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Perform other legal duties as assigned by the General Counsel or Chief Regulatory Counsel, Energy

What you will bring:

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Legal research capability

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Excellent writing skills and ability to communicate complex subjects clearly to a range of audiences

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Strong relationship building, problem solving and verbal communications skills

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Ability to work harmoniously as part of a team, and to maintain strong and productive relationships with work colleagues, AGA members and others

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Ability to take direction, work independently and coordinate work with others

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Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a professional manner, to meet deadlines and manage resources

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J.D. and admission to a state bar required

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2-5 years of experience in regulatory policy (private practice, energy industry, association, government or NGO), or related industry

How we operate:

This role is based in Washington, DC where AGA employees currently have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely. The employee’s team determines one day each week, and the employee determines the others.

The Pay And Benefits

For employees who live in the Washington, DC Metro area, the salary range for this position is $135,000 to $155,000 annually. Candidates are typically hired at a point in their salary range based on prior experience, education, and market demand for the role; employees are also compared internally to their peers. AGA offers a comprehensive benefits package for our employees and their families. More information about our benefits may be found at https://www.aga.org/about/aga-jobs/ .

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Paid Time Off

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Medical and Dental insurance

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Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance

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401(k) with employer matching, and non-elective contributions

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Educational assistance and more!

The American Gas Association requires all offered candidates to pass a background check and sign an arbitration agreement as conditions of employment.

To be considered for this role, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references with your application.

Staff Attorney, OGC

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