State Govt Affairs Mgr - American Electric Power
Austin, TX
About the Job
Job Posting End Date
12-14-2024
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
The State Government Affairs Manager works closely with the Director Government Affairs, Vice President of External Affairs, Regulatory Department and State President by representing the Corporation and its issues before the state legislature, state government, industry, trade and public advocacy groups. The manager must help develop, organize and implement corporate policy and strategy at the state level and be able to educate the state legislature, government and federal delegation as to the goals, objectives and needs of the American Electric Power Corporation and its Operating Companies.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
+ Help develop, organize and implement corporate policy and strategy for overall effective state representation by educating the state legislators, their staff and the state government as to the goals, objectives and needs of the Corporation.
+ Develop and maintain a broad base of legislative, government and industry contacts at every level.
+ Gather and help interpret all legislative and government information that might impact corporate business.
+ Confers with legislators and officials to emphasize supposed weaknesses or merits of specific bills to influence passage, defeat, or amendment of the measure, or introduction of legislation more favorable to the corporation.
+ Be responsive to the state legislature and the federal government, and maintain relationships with associations, organizations and public advocacy groups.
+ Help market and sell Corporate issues and legislative initiatives to the state legislature, government and other affected parties.
+ Support corporate grassroots initiatives and Political Action Committee (PAC) activities.
MINIMUMU REQUIREMENTS:
Education requirements are listed below:
Bachelor's degree in public policy, public relations, communications or other related disciplines.
Work Experience requirement listed below:
Minimum 8 years' experience in community/public affairs, communications or direct related experience in the industry. Or a minimum 6 years' experience with the state legislature, state government or comparable state work.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:
Must have a valid Driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Physical demand level is Sedentary
+ Demonstrated communications skills.
+ Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
+ Must be able to travel to various locations for extended periods and work late into the evenings.
+ Must demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Corporate Compliance Policies.
+ Must have demonstrated building strategic relationships with appropriate contacts to support AEP's policies.
+ Must be able to see information on computer screen and use computer keyboard.
+ Must be able to hear spoken words via telephone, cell phone or during individual or group meetings.
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-010
Compensation Range:
$129,963.00-168,952.00 USD
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer‐employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we must record certain information to be made part of an Affirmative Action Plan. Applicants for employment may also be invited to participate in the Affirmative Action Program by self-identifying their Race or Ethnic Identity.
12-14-2024
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
The State Government Affairs Manager works closely with the Director Government Affairs, Vice President of External Affairs, Regulatory Department and State President by representing the Corporation and its issues before the state legislature, state government, industry, trade and public advocacy groups. The manager must help develop, organize and implement corporate policy and strategy at the state level and be able to educate the state legislature, government and federal delegation as to the goals, objectives and needs of the American Electric Power Corporation and its Operating Companies.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
+ Help develop, organize and implement corporate policy and strategy for overall effective state representation by educating the state legislators, their staff and the state government as to the goals, objectives and needs of the Corporation.
+ Develop and maintain a broad base of legislative, government and industry contacts at every level.
+ Gather and help interpret all legislative and government information that might impact corporate business.
+ Confers with legislators and officials to emphasize supposed weaknesses or merits of specific bills to influence passage, defeat, or amendment of the measure, or introduction of legislation more favorable to the corporation.
+ Be responsive to the state legislature and the federal government, and maintain relationships with associations, organizations and public advocacy groups.
+ Help market and sell Corporate issues and legislative initiatives to the state legislature, government and other affected parties.
+ Support corporate grassroots initiatives and Political Action Committee (PAC) activities.
MINIMUMU REQUIREMENTS:
Education requirements are listed below:
Bachelor's degree in public policy, public relations, communications or other related disciplines.
Work Experience requirement listed below:
Minimum 8 years' experience in community/public affairs, communications or direct related experience in the industry. Or a minimum 6 years' experience with the state legislature, state government or comparable state work.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:
Must have a valid Driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Physical demand level is Sedentary
+ Demonstrated communications skills.
+ Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
+ Must be able to travel to various locations for extended periods and work late into the evenings.
+ Must demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Corporate Compliance Policies.
+ Must have demonstrated building strategic relationships with appropriate contacts to support AEP's policies.
+ Must be able to see information on computer screen and use computer keyboard.
+ Must be able to hear spoken words via telephone, cell phone or during individual or group meetings.
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-010
Compensation Range:
$129,963.00-168,952.00 USD
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer‐employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we must record certain information to be made part of an Affirmative Action Plan. Applicants for employment may also be invited to participate in the Affirmative Action Program by self-identifying their Race or Ethnic Identity.
Source : American Electric Power