WGL – Lead Public Affairs (MD)

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Job title: WGL – Lead Public Affairs (MD)

Company: AltaGas

Job description: Job DescriptionWGL – Lead Public Affairs (MD)Champion Washington Gas’s Interests as you engage with state and local governments, and key business and trade organizations. Craft and drive an impactful annual public policy strategy and public affairs program agenda that shapes legislative initiatives at both state and local levels. Collaborate with influential business coalitions to steer public policy outcomes in favor of Washington Gas.Represent Washington Gas’s interests in Maryland and beyond, working with key local and regional business and trade organizations. Develop and execute dynamic public policy strategies and advocacy programs that address critical legislative initiatives.You Will:Conduct legislative and policy analysis to determine impact on the company and develops public policy strategiesCoordinate the day-to-day execution of approved advocacy strategies before local legislative and executive branch audiences and Maryland to influence desired business outcomesEstablish and maintain key state and local public policy and business relationships for the CompanyDevelop strategies which may lead to new business opportunities for Washington Gas business unitsNetwork with pertinent business organizations and industry advocates to anticipate and advise on emerging public policy issues and trends that may impact Washington Gas at the state and local government levelsKeep abreast of and disseminates information concerning state and local public policy and business initiatives affecting the CompanyMaintain key internal relationships with Company business unitsProvide policy analyses and action recommendations to senior company officials and executivesServe as liaison to state and local elected officials and their staff on constituent service inquiries and addresses such inquiries timely and effectivelyNegotiate external public affairs vendor agreements and manages external contract lobbyistsUnder minimal supervision, responsible for assisting in the strategy for public policy strategy in leading the company’s public policy planning frameworkServe as the key lobbyists and point of contact for state, and county-level policy strategies before Maryland, and local policy officialsCoordinate and provide recommendations and counsel to senior executives in the coordination of public policy strategiesServe as liaison with local government and state agenciesMonitor bills, speeches, and statements of government leaders and legislatorsOften serve as witness in writing, reviewing and testifying for hearingsBe recognized as an expert in own area within the company on legislative challenges and recommendationsAct as change agent for driving legislative and public policy agenda to enhance company objectives and strategyAct as an advisor to legislative stakeholders on company’s interest and questionsAct as a mediator between legislators and constituents involving matters of company issues or concernsYou Have:Bachelor’s Degree Political Science, Business Administration or related field requiredMaster’s Degree preferred7+ Years experience in state and community relations requiredDemonstrated working knowledge of federal, state, and local legislative processesDemonstrated ability to negotiate successfully with state and community leaders to achieve desired business outcomesDemonstrated ability to evaluate multiple scenarios and implement effective solutions to broadly defined business problemsDemonstrated ability to present complex ideas logically and concisely to diverse audiences at all organizational levels both verbally and in writingDemonstrated high level of business acumen and knowledge of business strategy, process and energy industry policy issuesDemonstrated ability to establish rapport and effective working relationships with business partners, supervisors, and peersDemonstrated ability to influence/winning support of government personnel and local and regional business representativesWe offer a competitive salary range of $130,500 to $179,625 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person’s ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Location: Calgary, AB

Job date: Sat, 23 Nov 2024 05:44:55 GMT