Infrastructure Analyst, Energy and Permitting

Arnold Ventures is a philanthropy whose core objective is to maximize opportunity and minimize injustice. We are dedicated to tackling some of the most pressing problems in the United States. We invest in sustainable change, building it from the ground up based on research, deep thinking, and a strong foundation of evidence. We drive public conversation, craft policy, and inspire action through education and advocacy.

Position Overview

As communities face severe housing shortages and increasing housing costs, rapidly changing energy needs, and aging roads and transit, Arnold Ventures’ Infrastructure portfolio aims to bolster the country’s ability to build the necessary infrastructure faster, better, and at lower cost. This includes supporting policymakers at the federal, state, and local levels to craft and implement solutions; identifying and removing barriers that unnecessarily slow down building timelines and add costs; and working to enhance the capacity of government to effectively support delivering on the promise of major infrastructure investments. The team works with experts from inside and outside government to reform the infrastructure system through evidence generation, policy development, communications, technical assistance, and advocacy to support policy change. 

The Energy and Permitting portfolio focuses on (1) advancing scalable technology solutions to meet the world’s rising energy demand while mitigating the negative effects of climate change, and (2) modernizing government permitting processes across all sectors to improve efficiency and focus on outcomes. As part of this work, we seek to remove barriers to the rapid deployment of energy projects and an expanded electricity grid, which are needed to meet changing and growing energy needs reliably and affordably.

We are seeking an Analyst to provide research, analytical, and operational support to the Infrastructure team’s Energy and Permitting portfolio. This individual will work closely with team members on substantive, policy-oriented projects and gain experience in supporting the development and management of high-impact philanthropic projects on these issues. The Analyst will be based in our Washington, D.C. office and report to the VP of Infrastructure, Energy and Permitting.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide analytical and operational support for the Infrastructure team’s funding initiatives, including active collaboration with team members on grants management and team process management
• Conduct research/​analysis for the Infrastructure team on energy and permitting initiatives, policies, and other subject areas of interest while leveraging the same to help develop projects and policy recommendations
• Manage grants and investments, track progress and impact, and draw lessons from the investments to inform strategic priorities and the development of future investments
• Develop materials for Arnold Ventures’ Board, Executive Vice President of Infrastructure, and other individuals in collaboration with team members

• Support tracking, analyzing, and summarizing policy developments, external events, research and policy papers, and environment related to the team’s focus areas

• Actively contribute to team meetings regarding projects, suggesting new internal initiatives and brainstorming areas for improvement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 1 – 3 years of experience in a related field is preferred, including part-time work or internships; experience in positions involving policy reform, research, and/​or project management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to summarize and communicate key takeaways to diverse, nontechnical audiences

• Ability to analyze problems, assess potential solutions, and articulate tradeoffs
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills

The salary range for this position will be $80,000-$90,000.

Benefits Overview

Arnold Ventures is committed to providing a robust and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our current benefits package includes 100% paid employee premiums for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance; 20 days of paid time off, 16 paid holidays (including a winter break from December 24 to January 1), a hybrid policy that includes four days in office and one flexible day for remote work, and a summer schedule with alternating Fridays off beginning on Memorial Day and ending on Labor Day; paid parental leave; a 401k retirement savings plan with an employer match, profit-share contribution, and immediate vesting; pre-tax transit benefits; a professional development stipend; a charitable giving stipend; and an employee assistance program.

Our Culture and Core Values

Our culture seeks to inspire and empower our people to innovate and develop bold ideas that will help Arnold Ventures achieve lasting impact. Our culture, and the core values that support it, should create an environment that spurs our team to think outside the box, feel comfortable pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and signal confidence in our team’s ability to make change happen through our philanthropic efforts. Although not an exhaustive list, below you’ll find examples of Arnold Ventures’ work culture. 

• We are adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity
• We are intellectually curious, open-minded, objective, humble, collegial, and receptive to feedback
• We are action-oriented with strong self-direction and self-motivation skills with the ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects
• We are able to interact confidently and collaboratively with team members and navigate relationships with external experts, government leaders, advocates, and individuals 

Arnold Ventures’ values reflect who we are as an organization, help us accelerate our strategic goals, strengthen our resolve, anchor us to our mission, and guide our decision-making. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following core values that inspire the Arnold Ventures team to make a difference.

• Respect for Ourselves & Others
• Audacious Action
• Collaborative Engagement
• Depth of Thought
• Clear Communication

Arnold Ventures is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/​veteran status, or any basis prohibited by applicable law. 

Acknowledging the importance of diverse perspectives, Arnold Ventures is committed to employing individuals from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of experiences. Members of historically marginalized communities and candidates who have been impacted by the systems we are seeking to change are strongly encouraged to apply.