American Cement Association · 4 months ago
Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
Washington D.C., DC, USA, 20001
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
12+ years expThe American Cement Association (ACA) represents the nation's cement manufacturers and advocates for policies that advance sustainable construction and environmental stewardship. The Vice President of Regulatory Affairs is responsible for shaping and executing ACA's regulatory strategy, serving as the chief regulatory strategist and primary liaison with federal agencies to represent the cement industry's interests.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead ACA's regulatory policy agenda across key issue areas, including air emissions, climate and carbon management, alternative fuels, energy policy, water, waste, and occupational safety
Represent the cement industry before federal and state regulatory agencies (EPA, DOE, etc.), as well as White House offices and interagency working groups
Develop regulatory comments, position papers, and testimony to advance member priorities in rulemaking and regulatory processes
Monitor, analyze, and forecast regulatory trends affecting the cement industry, advising leadership and members on potential impacts and opportunities
Oversee the ACA's Environment and Energy Committee, ensuring active member engagement in policy development
Provide clear, timely updates and strategic recommendations to member companies on regulatory developments
Build consensus within the industry on complex policy and technical issues, ensuring unified advocacy positions
Collaborate with allied industry associations, NGOs, research institutions, and government partners to shape workable regulatory frameworks
Cultivate relationships with senior agency officials and career staff to establish ACA as a trusted, credible resource
Represent ACA in coalitions, advisory groups, and technical forums relevant to cement industry regulation
Contribute to ACA's overall strategic plan as a member of the government affairs leadership team
Manage regulatory affairs staff, consultants and legal counsel, ensuring high-quality work products and effective representation
Partner with ACA's economics, communications, and technical teams to align advocacy strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in environmental policy, engineering, public policy, political science, or related field required
12+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, government relations, or related policy roles
Strong background in environmental, energy, climate, or industrial regulation, ideally with experience at EPA, DOE, or a relevant trade association or corporation
Deep understanding of the federal regulatory process and administrative law
Proven ability to develop and execute successful regulatory advocacy strategies
Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into compelling advocacy positions
Strong coalition-building, consensus-driving, and negotiation skills
Experience managing staff, consultants, and budgets
Commitment to sustainability, innovation, and advancing pragmatic policy solutions
Preferred
advanced degree (JD)
Cement industry or other industrial sector experience
Company
American Cement Association
The American Cement Association (ACA), founded in 1916, is the premier policy, research, education, and market intelligence organization serving America’s cement manufacturers.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.46MKey Investors
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2024-07-16Grant· $2.46M
Leadership Team
Michael Ireland
President and CEO
Joe Roche
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2022-06-24
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