Director of Policy

POSITION SUMMARY

Hexagon Energy is a clean energy development company specializing in geothermal, solar, and battery storage projects. We are seeking a Director of Policy to lead the company's government affairs and policy strategy at the federal and state levels. This is a high-visibility role responsible for advancing the regulatory and legislative conditions that enable Hexagon to develop geothermal energy across our western U.S. portfolio.

The ideal candidate brings deep familiarity with federal and state energy policy, a track record of building relationships across legislative and regulatory institutions, and a commitment to accelerating geothermal energy deployment. Experience with DOE, DOI, BLM, and congressional energy committees is strongly preferred, as is working knowledge of state-level regulatory processes in western states.

This role works closely with Hexagon's development, commercial, legal, and geoscience teams and requires the judgment to translate complex policy environments into actionable strategy. Candidates with a bipartisan mindset, strong writing skills, and an entrepreneurial approach to government affairs will thrive here.

CORE FOCUS AREAS

Federal Policy & Legislative Affairs

  • Develop and execute Hexagon's federal policy strategy, with a focus on geothermal permitting reform, DOE grant programs, and federal energy legislation

  • Build and maintain relationships with congressional staff, DOE, DOI, BLM, and other relevant federal agencies; represent Hexagon in meetings, hearings, and working groups

  • Monitor and analyze federal legislative and regulatory developments; prepare briefing memos and strategic recommendations for leadership

  • Engage with coalitions, industry associations, and advocacy groups advancing geothermal and clean energy priorities at the federal level

  • Track appropriations, grant programs, and federal financing mechanisms relevant to geothermal development; identify and pursue strategic opportunities for Hexagon

State Policy & Regulatory Engagement

  • Track and influence state-level legislative and regulatory developments across Hexagon's western-state footprint, including utility integrated resource planning & procurement mandates, permitting reform, tax incentives, and interconnection policy

  • Engage with state energy offices, public utility commissions, legislatures, and governors' offices to advance policy frameworks favorable to geothermal development

  • Develop and maintain relationships with state-level counterparts, trade associations, and aligned advocacy organizations

  • Prepare policy analyses, legislative summaries, and strategic briefings to support Hexagon's project-specific and portfolio-wide policy positions

  • Identify risks and opportunities arising from state regulatory changes and provide timely guidance to development and commercial teams

Industry Coalitions & External Affairs

  • Represent Hexagon in industry coalitions and trade associations focused on geothermal and clean energy, and contribute to shared advocacy priorities

  • Develop written materials, including op-eds, policy comments, and public testimony, to advance Hexagon's positions on permitting reform, geothermal prioritization, and clean energy policy

  • Build Hexagon's profile and credibility among policymakers, regulators, and other stakeholders as geothermal energy becomes a larger part of the national clean energy conversation

Cross-Functional Support

  • Partner with the development team to identify and resolve policy or regulatory barriers affecting specific markets and projects; provide timely guidance on permitting timelines, agency relationships, and political risk

  • Support the commercial team with policy context relevant to offtake negotiations, utility procurement programs, and state incentive structures

  • Collaborate with legal and geoscience teams on federal and state filings, agency comment responses, and permit strategy

  • Maintain accurate tracking of legislative and regulatory activity; prepare regular status updates for leadership

  • Travel as needed to Washington, DC, state capitals, and project markets to advance policy objectives and maintain key relationships

CANDIDATE PROFILE

  • We are looking for someone who brings strategic instincts, genuine curiosity about the energy transition, and a proven ability to get things done in complex policy environments. The ideal candidate:

  • Has a substantive track record in federal or state energy policy, government relations, or legislative affairs, with direct experience engaging DOE, BLM, congressional energy committees, or state regulatory bodies

  • Understands how public lands permitting, federal energy programs, and state regulatory frameworks interact with private energy development

  • Communicates with clarity and confidence, both in writing and in person, and can translate complex policy issues for technical, commercial, and executive audiences

  • Builds trust across a wide range of stakeholders, including regulators, elected officials, tribal governments, and industry peers

  • Brings a bipartisan mindset and understands how to operate effectively across political environments

  • Is highly organized and self-directed, capable of managing multiple policy workstreams simultaneously without losing track of details

  • Is intellectually curious about geothermal energy and motivated by the challenge of building a new industry from the ground up

  • Thrives in fast-moving, ambiguous environments and sees policy obstacles as problems to solve

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, energy policy, environmental studies, or a related field; advanced degree preferred

  • 7+ years of experience in government affairs, legislative or regulatory policy, or related roles, with a focus on energy or natural resource development

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute policy advocacy strategies that produce measurable outcomes

  • Exceptional written communication skills, including experience preparing policy memos, public comments, testimony, or strategic communications

  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex legislative and regulatory developments into clear, actionable guidance

  • Proven relationship-builder with an active network across policy circles, including agency staff, legislative offices, and industry groups

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • Experience with geothermal, oil and gas, or broader subsurface energy policy at the federal or state level

  • Direct experience engaging federal agencies (DOE, BLM, DOI, FERC) or congressional offices on energy-related matters

  • Knowledge of state energy policy in one or more of Hexagon's markets: California, Oregon, Nevada, Washington, Idaho, Utah, New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona

  • Experience working with or within DOE, DOI, BLM, FERC, or state public utility commissions

  • Track record of contributing to successful legislative outcomes or regulatory proceedings

  • Experience managing external consultants, lobbyists, or coalition relationships

WORKING AT HEXAGON

At Hexagon, we are committed to the growth and well-being of each of our employees as we pursue our development goals. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, offering flexible work schedules and hybrid and remote work options on a case-by-case basis. Additionally, we support our employees' professional development by sponsoring memberships in professional organizations related to the clean energy industry.

Hexagon Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, or belief.

BENEFITS

  • Competitive compensation package including base salary and performance bonuses

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care, Hospital Indemnity, and Maven Clinic family benefits

  • Fitness reimbursement program

  • Competitive PTO and 12 paid holidays

  • Sponsor membership to professional development organizations

TO APPLY

For all inquiries, please send a cover letter and resume to careers@hexagon-energy.com. Please include your name and the position title in the subject line.

To learn more about Hexagon Energy, visit: hexagon-energy.com

Meghan Byrnes