Schneider Electric is seeking a Public Policy Coordinator & PAC Administrator to support our North America Government Affairs team and help launch and manage our newly established Political Action Committee (PAC).
This unique role sits at the intersection of public policy, government relations, political engagement, energy, technology, and sustainability. Based in Washington, DC, you will partner closely with the Chief Public Policy Officer and support initiatives that strengthen Schneider Electric's relationships with policymakers, trade associations, and industry stakeholders across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
This role offers broad exposure to executive leadership, government affairs strategy, policy development, industry advocacy, and PAC operations.
What You'll Do
Government Affairs Coordination
- Support the Chief Public Policy Officer and Government Affairs team with planning, coordination, and execution of key initiatives.
- Develop executive-ready presentations, briefing materials, meeting agendas, reports, and communications.
- Coordinate business reviews, leadership updates, board meetings, fly-ins, policy events, and executive visits.
- Serve as a liaison with trade associations, policymakers, and internal stakeholders.
- Support internal communications, project tracking, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Coordinate logistics for executive engagements, team meetings, conferences, and special events.
- Assist with vendor onboarding, procurement, compliance activities, and invoice processing.
PAC Administration
- Administer day-to-day operations of Schneider Electric's PAC in partnership with external compliance vendors.
- Maintain contribution records, membership databases, and program documentation.
- Support PAC fundraising campaigns, communications, and employee outreach initiatives.
- Coordinate PAC board meetings, governance activities, and contribution review processes.
- Organize fundraising events, candidate meetings, facility tours, and political engagement activities.
- Assist with communications and educational programs that promote PAC participation and awareness.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, political campaigns, PAC operations, trade associations, congressional offices, or related fields.
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Advanced PowerPoint and Microsoft Office skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail, professionalism, and discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on Capitol Hill, for a trade association, political campaign, PAC, or corporate government affairs team.
- Experience supporting executive leaders and preparing briefing materials.
- Fundraising, PAC administration, or political engagement experience.
- Knowledge of legislative and policy processes.
Why Join Us?
- Help build and grow Schneider Electric's new PAC program.
- Gain visibility with senior executives and policymakers.
- Develop expertise in public policy, advocacy, and government relations.
- Work on issues shaping the future of energy, sustainability, electrification, cybersecurity, and industrial innovation.
- Be part of a mission-driven company recognized as a global leader in sustainability and energy management.
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you". It's more than just pay and benefits- it's a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation , youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!
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