1.4. Director of Government Relations
Phoenix Tailings
Washington, DC, USA
Posted on Mar 12, 2025
About Phoenix Tailings
Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.
Why Phoenix Tailings
At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you.
Our Values:
● You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong
● Lead with Compassion
● Be Resourceful
● Listen
● Hustle
Who We Are Looking For:
The Government Relations Director will manage Phoenix Tailings ongoing relationships with public policymakers. They are responsible for implementing our advocacy efforts with the federal government and, if needed, supporting advocacy efforts with state governments relevant to Phoenix Tailings. This role will require engagement with the executive branch, members of Congress, Congressional staff, and key third party advocates. The Director will also be responsible for managing outside lobbyists and government affairs consultants. They will need to ensure deliverables are being met on schedule and also coordinate strategic planning to identify new goals and objectives.
The Director will report to the Chief Commercial Officer and will regularly brief the Chief Executive Officer and other senior leadership on the ongoing progress of government relations efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with key members of Congress, with a specific focus on the: House and Senate Armed Services Committees, House Energy & Commerce Committee, Senate Energy and Natural Resource Committee, and House and Senate Appropriations Committees.
- Engage with executive branch agencies as needed, with a specific focus on the Department of Energy and Department of Defense.
- Monitor relevant legislation.
- Monitor federal funding opportunities throughout the executive branch agencies.
- Work with Phoenix Tailings executives and government relations consultants to develop work plans that break larger government relations goals into smaller deliverables.
- Work with government relations consultants to ensure the timely completion of deliverables, coordinating the information flow between the consultants and Phoenix Tailings.
- Assist in the writing of documents that are submitted to policymakers, such as grant applications.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Government Relations, Public Policy, or related fields. Advanced degrees are a plus.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or related roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.
- Proven track record of successful advocacy and engagement with government officials and industry stakeholders.
- Strong knowledge of the mining industry, environmental regulations, and sustainable mining practices.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills to effectively convey the company's positions to diverse audiences.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to assess and respond to evolving legislative and regulatory landscapes.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing government affairs teams.
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
- Healthcare, we care about you and your family: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Stock: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Family Focus: Parental leave and flexibility for families.
- Time Off: Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world.
- Team Fun: Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations.
- Learning: Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career.
- Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference!
- Flexible culture: We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.
At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).
