This position works with the Director of Government Affairs and PGE’s state lobby team to formulate and implement PGE’s legislative and regulatory plans at the state level.
Works cooperatively to develop policy positions and to develop and execute strategies. Advises PGE management on public policy matters affecting the company’s business goals, corporate values and customer priorities.
Represents the company to external audiences. Builds trust with a broad array of stakeholders to improve and protect the Company’s operating environment.
Develops policy strategies to support customer affordability and assist low-income customers. Assists state lobbyist as needed including working issues in the capitol, performing research, preparing materials etc.
Represents the company in external relations with state agencies on public policy matters affecting the company.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Policy Matters
Manage state legislative policy issues as assigned, including policy development, engaging with stakeholders.
Assist PGE state lobbyist as needed including working issues in the capitol, performing research, preparing materials etc.
Develop and implement policy strategies that support affordability for PGE customers, in collaboration with the state lobby team, Rates and Regulatory Affairs, and other internal and external stakeholders.
Monitor, identify and analyze state regulatory policy matters of concern to the company.
Work with the Director, the state lobby team, Rates and Regulatory Affairs, and other internal and external stakeholders, including company management and other employees, to formulate and execute company positions and strategies related to such matters.
Partner with PGE regulatory team on policy dockets to ensure transitions between legislative and regulatory forums.
Manage Relationships
Manage PGE relationships with Tribal governments.
Establish and maintain favorable strategic relationships with state agency personnel, other utilities, customer representatives, industry organizations and interest groups.
Broker resolution of conflicts and issues with government, business, and community leaders.
Develop and implement outreach strategies related to PGE projects and initiatives.
Testimony and Support
Prepare, or assure preparation of, necessary testimony, letters, reports, requests and filings to help formulate and promote PGE’s interests and / or minimize adverse impacts.
Represent and interpret PGE positions with state officials and their staffs, in industry circles, and in public forums.
General Duties
Coordinate with state, local, and environmental policy and regulatory staff.
Report regularly to management on status of major policy issues and initiatives.
Act as company spokesperson in appropriate state and regional policy forums.
Provide reports to management detailing objectives, critical activities and strategic planning.
Ensure accurate maintenance of Government Affairs systems and procedures.
Other duties as assigned, including outage coverage.
EDUCATION
Requires a bachelor’s degree in political science or equivalent experience. Master’s degree in public policy or juris doctorate a plus.
EXPERIENCE
Typically eight or more years in public policy or lobbying. Work experience in a state legislature a plus. Work experience in the energy industry or clean energy policy a plus.
Work experience with tribal governments or related to low-income policy and services a plus.
COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)
Essential competencies and skills for a successful Government Affairs Manager include :
Role-specific Competencies
Advanced knowledge of state legislative and regulatory processes
Advanced skills in advocacy, negotiation and influence without authority
Advanced skills in relationship building and collaboration
Expert conflict management skills
Advanced knowledge of public affairs best practices
Advanced skills in strategy setting
Advanced skills in project management
Advanced skills in facilitation and presentations
Knowledge of key issues affecting the company at local, state, regional, and federal levels
Knowledge of PGE’s policies, procedures and plans
Ability to work long hours and a variable schedule, dependent on demands of legislative and regulatory activity and other internal or external goals
Essential Skills
Expert skills in oral and written communication
Advanced interpersonal skills
Advanced skills in analytical thinking
Advanced skills in problem solving
Advanced skills in decision making
Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Advanced skills in organization and prioritization
Advanced business acumen
Advanced skills in change leadership
Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others inside and outside PGE
Demonstrates sound memory
Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance
Ability to travel to all locations of the Company
Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.
Compensation Range :
$104,325.00 - $173,875.00
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity.
While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.