Talent.com
Vice President, Public Relations

Vice President, Public Relations

MediabistroWashington, DC, United States
14 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) is the leading voice of today’s multi-tech clean energy industry, representing energy storage, wind, utility-scale solar, clean hydrogen, and transmission companies. ACP is committed to meeting America’s energy and national security goals and building our economy with fast-growing, low-cost, and reliable domestic power.

Position Summary

American Clean Power (ACP) is seeking a strategic, mission-driven Vice President, Public Relations to lead the organization’s rapid response and media engagement strategy in support of policy, research, and advocacy priorities. Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, this individual will serve as ACP’s lead spokesperson in high-stakes moments, direct proactive and reactive media strategies, and cultivate a coalition of media and influencer allies to defend and advance clean energy’s reputation.

The ideal candidate is an experienced communications leader who thrives in high-pressure environments, demonstrates impeccable judgment, and brings a deep understanding of today’s media and political landscape. This leader will build and operationalize a rapid response function, engage with top-tier media and influencers, and ensure ACP’s advocacy goals are effectively translated into compelling public narratives.

Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities

Strategic Communications Leadership

  • Oversee all external communications related to policy, advocacy, and research initiatives across federal, state, and local levels.
  • Direct ACP’s external media positioning, ensuring strategies align with advocacy priorities and authentically demonstrate our values and competencies, embedding clarity, trust, and purpose into all public communications.
  • Serve as a senior counselor to organizational leadership on message development, risk management, and media strategy.

Rapid Response Function

  • Build and operationalize a rapid response team responsible for 24 / 7 monitoring of media, digital platforms, and public narratives impacting clean energy.
  • Serve as ACP’s lead spokesperson during crises or high-stakes moments, ensuring swift, accurate, and strategic responses.
  • Drive real-time content, messaging, and communications products (e.g., statements, fact-checks, op-eds, social media responses).

    • Coalition Building & Third-Party Engagement

  • Build and manage a national network of clean energy influencers, policy experts, academics, and allied organizations to amplify ACP’s message and defend against misinformation.
  • Provide these allies with real-time support, including talking points, media opportunities, and coordination strategies.
  • Build, hire, and manage a growing team of high-performing, mission-driven communications professionals.
  • Provide coaching, succession planning, and professional development aligned with ACP’s leadership expectations.
  • Foster a culture of agility, accountability, inclusion, and transparency in line with ACP’s values.

    • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with policy, research, public affairs, digital, and membership teams to ensure message consistency and maximize impact.
  • Coordinate with legal and government affairs teams to ensure strategy alignment and compliance.
  • Ensure cross-functional efforts are grounded in ACP’s values of collaboration, integrity, and accountability.

    • Budget & Stewardship

  • Oversee significant budget allocations for rapid response and media engagement efforts. Ensure responsible financial stewardship, vendor management, and measurable return on investment.

    • Education, Experience & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public affairs, political science, or related field; advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in media relations, strategic communications, rapid response, or public affairs, ideally in complex or high-stakes environments.
  • Proven experience designing and leading rapid response operations and / or political war rooms, with success managing crisis communications.
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee and steward multi-million-dollar budgets and vendor / consultant relationships, ensuring accountability and impact.
  • Strong record of cultivating and sustaining relationships with media, influencers, policymakers, and coalition partners; ability to serve as a trusted spokesperson and counselor in high-visibility forums.
  • Recognized subject matter expertise in media strategy and narrative defense, with the ability to anticipate threats and proactively shape public opinion.
  • Demonstrated strength in planning and strategy, including aligning media engagement with policy goals, anticipating risks, and seizing opportunities to advance ACP’s mission.
  • Proven leadership in building, coaching, and managing agile teams capable of thriving in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
  • Excellent judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to weigh multiple inputs, mitigate risks, and act decisively in sensitive or crisis situations.
  • Exceptional writing, messaging, and storytelling skills, with comfort engaging directly with press, policymakers, and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ACP’s organizational values of excellence, integrity, collaboration, accountability, inclusion, and transparency.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); experience with media monitoring, social listening, or CRM platforms a plus.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally and work non-traditional hours as part of rapid response responsibilities.

    • Job Conditions

    We are a fast-paced, high-energy organization with a very ambitious agenda and a staff that is highly motivated. This position may experience high-level work demands and independent decision-making under tight timelines. Regular travel across the country for meetings or events may be required. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

    The base salary range for this position is $250,000 - $275,000. ACP offers comprehensive benefits including 401k, PTO, commuter benefits, wellness reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Vice President • Washington, DC, United States

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    Director, Public Relations & Content Management, Global

    Director, Public Relations & Content Management, Global

    Vantage Data CentersSterling, VA, US
    Full-time
    The Director of Public Relations will lead Vantage's PR strategy, content development and social media channels.This hands-on role will lead all aspects of global PR and support the company's regio...Show moreLast updated: 19 days ago
    • Promoted
    Vice President of Citizen Engagement

    Vice President of Citizen Engagement

    Issue OneWashington, DC, US
    Full-time
    Vice President of Citizen Engagement.Are you ready to architect a movement to strengthen and protect American democracy? Issue One is seeking a visionary leader to serve as Vice President of Citize...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Lead Director, Public Affairs Campaigns

    Lead Director, Public Affairs Campaigns

    CVS HealthWashington, DC, United States
    Full-time
    Lead Director, Public Affairs Campaigns.At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transformi...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
    Highwire PR is hiring : Public Relations Vice President (Cybersecurity, Financial

    Highwire PR is hiring : Public Relations Vice President (Cybersecurity, Financial

    MediabistroWashington, DC, United States
    Full-time
    Overview Employer Industry : Public Relations and Digital Marketing Agency Why consider this job opportunity : Competitive salary with merit-based bonuses and promotions Flexible hybrid work model...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
    • Promoted
    Senior Vice President, Public Affairs

    Senior Vice President, Public Affairs

    Signal GroupWashington, DC, US
    Full-time
    Signal Group, a top modern public affairs firm located in D.Senior Vice President to join our public affairs practice to lead and grow clients across multiple areas including tribal affairs, vetera...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Vice President, Federal Relations

    Vice President, Federal Relations

    Northwestern MutualWashington, DC, US
    Full-time
    Northwestern Mutual is seeking a high-energy, experienced federal lobbyist to join the company's Washington, DC office and help shape and influence policies that impact the company and policy owner...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    VP - Government Relations

    VP - Government Relations

    VerisignReston, VA, United States
    Full-time
    Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet.We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance...Show moreLast updated: 4 hours ago
    • Promoted
    BMC Public Affairs and Public Relations Associate Director - Washington DC

    BMC Public Affairs and Public Relations Associate Director - Washington DC

    EYWashington, DC, US
    Full-time
    BMC Public Affairs and Public Relations Associate Director - Washington DC.At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of dive...Show moreLast updated: 22 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director / Vice President, Communications

    Director / Vice President, Communications

    ACOREWashington, DC, US
    Full-time
    Director / Vice President, Communications.The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is the nation's leading voice on the issues most essential to clean energy expansion and we've been doing i...Show moreLast updated: 28 days ago
    Director of Public Relations, Non-Classical

    Director of Public Relations, Non-Classical

    MediabistroWashington, DC, United States
    Full-time
    Director of Public Relations, Non-Classical.Director of Public Relations, Non-Classical.Kennedy Center through local, national, and international media placements, new media, self-generated content...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Vice President of Public Sector

    Vice President of Public Sector

    VirtualVocationsWashington, District of Columbia, United States
    Full-time
    A company is looking for a Vice President of US Public Sector.Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the sales strategy for the US Public Sector Team Lead Public Sector sales and Inside Sales ...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
    • Promoted
    VP Government Relations

    VP Government Relations

    VerisignReston, VA, US
    Full-time
    Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet.We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    VP, Contracts

    VP, Contracts

    Titan TechnologiesReston, VA, US
    Full-time
    Titan Technologies, LLC is hiring! We are seeking a dynamic, strategic Vice President of Contracts to lead Titan's contracts & subcontracts function for contract negotiation, analysis, and administ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Vice President, Public Health Systems

    Vice President, Public Health Systems

    AltarumWashington, DC, US
    Full-time
    Vice President, Public Health Systems.Reports to : CEO | Member of : Executive Leadership Team.Altarum's Vice President, Public Health Systems (PHS) grows a high-impact business serving Federal, Stat...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
    • Promoted
    Public Relations

    Public Relations

    TradeJobsWorkForce22214 Arlington, VA, US
    Full-time
    Public Relations Job Duties : Responds to requests for information from the media.Establishes ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Vice President, Public Sector

    Vice President, Public Sector

    VirtualVocationsAlexandria, Virginia, United States
    Full-time
    A company is looking for a Vice President of US Public Sector.Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the sales strategy for the US Public Sector Team Lead Public Sector sales and Inside Sales ...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    Director of Public Relations, Institution

    Director of Public Relations, Institution

    MediabistroWashington, DC, United States
    Full-time +2
    Director of Public Relations, Institution.Director of Public Relations, Institution.Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Public Relations, Director

    Public Relations, Director

    Bloomberg Industry GroupWashington, DC, US
    Full-time
    The Director of Public Relations is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive public relations strategy that aligns with and supports the companys sales and product go-to-market (GTM...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago