<div><span style="font-size:11pt;">As part of Rainmaker’s Domestic Government Affairs team, you will develop and execute our state-level government affairs strategy, advocating for policies and funding that support Rainmaker’s efforts in strengthening water infrastructure, enhancing conservation, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. </span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">This position focuses on navigating legislative and executive processes to secure support, shape policy, and advance Rainmaker’s mission.</span></div><br><br><h3>What You'll Do</h3><ul><li>Strategic Advocacy &amp; Policy Shaping: Serve as a proactive advocate for Rainmaker’s priorities in Idaho, engaging with legislators, executive agencies, and other stakeholders to promote water resource sustainability and related initiatives.</li><li>Develop policy and appropriations strategies that address water supply challenges and develop state-level precipitation enhancement programs.</li><li>Legislative &amp; Budget Engagement: Drive Rainmaker’s involvement in Idaho state legislative sessions, budget cycles, and stakeholder forums, ensuring alignment of policy initiatives with funding opportunities.</li><li>Identify and advocate for state appropriations, grants, or legislative measures that support water infrastructure improvements, agricultural resilience, and environmental protection.</li><li>Prepare and deliver testimony, policy briefs, and presentations to relevant committees and decision-making bodies.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Rainmaker’s leadership, technical teams, and other internal stakeholders to align government affairs strategies with broader organizational goals.</li><li>Coordinate with communications, legal, and other departments to ensure messaging consistency and compliance with state regulations.</li><li>Coalition &amp; Relationship Building: Build and sustain productive relationships with Idaho legislators, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and community organizations. </li><li>Forge alliances and working groups to support sustainable water resource initiatives and pilot programs, creating a strong network of supporters for Rainmaker’s objectives.</li><li>Planning &amp; Execution for Program Development: Identify emerging opportunities for state-level funding—such as infrastructure bills, grant programs, and other pathways—and drive strategic engagement.</li><li>Develop long-range plans for securing resources to implement water management and conservation initiatives across multiple fiscal years and legislative sessions.</li><li>Event &amp; Facility Coordination: Organize and facilitate visits for lawmakers, agency officials, and other key stakeholders to Rainmaker’s facilities or project sites to highlight innovations and ongoing projects.</li><li>Host roundtables, educational forums, or site tours to foster deeper understanding of Rainmaker’s approach and its positive economic and environmental impacts.</li><li>Monitoring &amp; Analysis: Track legislative, regulatory, and budgetary developments across the water, agriculture, and environmental sectors to identify and capitalize on policy or funding opportunities.</li><li>Provide regular status updates and strategic recommendations to Rainmaker leadership on impending changes or emerging trends.</li><li>Political Engagement: Cultivate relationships with elected officials, political leaders, and other stakeholders to raise awareness and rally support for water resource improvements.</li></ul><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><li>5+ years of experience in Idaho government relations, public policy, or legislative/executive roles, ideally in natural resources, water management, agriculture, or environmental policy.</li><li>Proven track record of successfully shaping or supporting state legislative and budgetary outcomes.</li><li>In-depth understanding of how state policy frameworks intersect with water supply, environmental protection, and agricultural needs. Familiarity with state-level committees, agencies, and advocacy networks in natural resources, water resources, or related areas.</li><li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional, fast-paced environment. A proactive and creative mindset for addressing challenges and pursuing new opportunities.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees in political science, business, economics, law, or related fields are welcomed but not mandatory.</li><li>Willingness and ability to travel (approximately 50% or more) in support of legislative sessions, stakeholder engagements, and project site visits.</li></ul><br><div>If you are passionate about shaping state-level policy in water resources and are eager to contribute to sustainable solutions, join Rainmaker’s Domestic Government Affairs team. Together, we’ll help ensure a more resilient water future for communities and environments across Idaho.</div><div> </div><div>No recruiting agencies.</div>

<p>Rainmaker provides water for farms, watersheds, and ecosystems, fortifying growth and stewarding the natural world. We are Making Earth Habitable.</p><p>Rainmaker is pioneering a modern precipitation enhancement system. We develop and incorporate radar validation, weather resistant drones, numerical weather modeling, and sustainable cloud seeds into an effective water resource solution.</p>

Director of Government Affairs - Idaho

<div><span>As part of Rainmaker’s Domestic Government Affairs team, you will develop and execute our state-level government affairs strategy, advocating for policies and funding that support Rainmaker’s efforts in strengthening water infrastructure, enhancing conservation, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. </span></div><div> </div><div><span>This position focuses on navigating legislative and executive processes to secure support, shape policy, and advance Rainmaker’s mission.</span></div><br /><br /><h3>What You'll Do</h3><ul><li>Strategic Advocacy &amp; Policy Shaping: Serve as a proactive advocate for Rainmaker’s priorities in Idaho, engaging with legislators, executive agencies, and other stakeholders to promote water resource sustainability and related initiatives.</li><li>Develop policy and appropriations strategies that address water supply challenges and develop state-level precipitation enhancement programs.</li><li>Legislative &amp; Budget Engagement: Drive Rainmaker’s involvement in Idaho state legislative sessions, budget cycles, and stakeholder forums, ensuring alignment of policy initiatives with funding opportunities.</li><li>Identify and advocate for state appropriations, grants, or legislative measures that support water infrastructure improvements, agricultural resilience, and environmental protection.</li><li>Prepare and deliver testimony, policy briefs, and presentations to relevant committees and decision-making bodies.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Rainmaker’s leadership, technical teams, and other internal stakeholders to align government affairs strategies with broader organizational goals.</li><li>Coordinate with communications, legal, and other departments to ensure messaging consistency and compliance with state regulations.</li><li>Coalition &amp; Relationship Building: Build and sustain productive relationships with Idaho legislators, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and community organizations. </li><li>Forge alliances and working groups to support sustainable water resource initiatives and pilot programs, creating a strong network of supporters for Rainmaker’s objectives.</li><li>Planning &amp; Execution for Program Development: Identify emerging opportunities for state-level funding—such as infrastructure bills, grant programs, and other pathways—and drive strategic engagement.</li><li>Develop long-range plans for securing resources to implement water management and conservation initiatives across multiple fiscal years and legislative sessions.</li><li>Event &amp; Facility Coordination: Organize and facilitate visits for lawmakers, agency officials, and other key stakeholders to Rainmaker’s facilities or project sites to highlight innovations and ongoing projects.</li><li>Host roundtables, educational forums, or site tours to foster deeper understanding of Rainmaker’s approach and its positive economic and environmental impacts.</li><li>Monitoring &amp; Analysis: Track legislative, regulatory, and budgetary developments across the water, agriculture, and environmental sectors to identify and capitalize on policy or funding opportunities.</li><li>Provide regular status updates and strategic recommendations to Rainmaker leadership on impending changes or emerging trends.</li><li>Political Engagement: Cultivate relationships with elected officials, political leaders, and other stakeholders to raise awareness and rally support for water resource improvements.</li></ul><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><li>5+ years of experience in Idaho government relations, public policy, or legislative/executive roles, ideally in natural resources, water management, agriculture, or environmental policy.</li><li>Proven track record of successfully shaping or supporting state legislative and budgetary outcomes.</li><li>In-depth understanding of how state policy frameworks intersect with water supply, environmental protection, and agricultural needs. Familiarity with state-level committees, agencies, and advocacy networks in natural resources, water resources, or related areas.</li><li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional, fast-paced environment. A proactive and creative mindset for addressing challenges and pursuing new opportunities.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees in political science, business, economics, law, or related fields are welcomed but not mandatory.</li><li>Willingness and ability to travel (approximately 50% or more) in support of legislative sessions, stakeholder engagements, and project site visits.</li></ul><br /><div>If you are passionate about shaping state-level policy in water resources and are eager to contribute to sustainable solutions, join Rainmaker’s Domestic Government Affairs team. Together, we’ll help ensure a more resilient water future for communities and environments across Idaho.</div><div> </div><div>No recruiting agencies.</div>

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