Natural Resources Policy and Federal Affairs Manager

POSITION PURPOSE

This position manages natural resource policy issues of interest to PGE at the state and federal level. It also works directly with the Director of Government Affairs to manage PGE’s relationships with the local and DC offices of federal elected officials and certain regulatory agencies as assigned.

Works cooperatively to develop policy positions and to develop and execute strategies. Represents the company to external audiences.

Builds trust with a broad array of stakeholders engaged in federal advocacy to improve and protect the Company’s operating environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Policy Matters

Manage natural resource policy issues of interest to PGE at the state and federal level, such as the Forest Service’s Northwest Forest Plan Amendment, forestry issues related to utility rights of way and wildfire mitigation, as well as water and hydropower matters, and other issues as assigned.

Monitor, identify and analyze federal legislative and regulatory policy matters of concern to the company.

Work with the Director and other internal and external stakeholders, including company management and other employees, to formulate and execute company positions and strategies related to such matters.

Manage Relationships

Establish and maintain favorable strategic relationships with Members of Congress and their staffs, committee staff, 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.

Federal PAC Management

Serves as federal PAC manager. Work with the Director and the PAC steering committee to develop and execute federal political engagement and contribution strategies, and prepare appropriate federal lobbyist and campaign contribution reports.

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 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 preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Typically eight or more years in public policy or lobbying. Work experience in Congress or Congressional relations a plus.

Experience in natural resources policy at the state or federal level a plus.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)

Essential competencies and skills for a successful Manager of Federal Government Affairs include :

Role-specific Competencies

Advanced knowledge of federal 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 congressional 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

Ability to travel to Washington D.C. and other locations as needed

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.