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Representative Local Government Affairs Senior

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Salt River Project

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Government & Politics
  • Tempe

AI generated summary

  • You need 10 years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree (or 14 years without a degree), plus legal authorization to work in the U.S. No visa sponsorship available.
  • You will represent SRP in community organizations and government, build relationships, support policy initiatives, and provide public policy leadership while ensuring strategic engagement and messaging.

Requirements

  • Lead and manage a team of local government relations employees.
  • Ensuring high caliber performance, consistency, and engagement with locally elected and appointed officials.
  • Manage the corporate message through collaboration with business units to address municipal policies that affect the company.
  • For a Level 3 (Senior), a minimum of 10 years of related experience plus a bachelor's degree is required.
  • (If no degree, 14 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling 14 years without a degree).
  • A bachelor’s degree related to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.
  • All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.

Responsibilities

  • Under the supervision of the Director of Local Government Relations, represents SRP within strategic community organizations, as well as in City Halls, and with high level officials and community leaders in order to develop and implement strategies that benefit SRP customers, employees and shareholders.
  • Supports the Director of Local Government Relations and Associate General Manager & Chief Public Affairs Executive to lead and prioritize competing policy initiatives, integrate with corporate objectives, and identify and address industry trends.
  • Serves as a public face of SRP and testifies in city council hearings and other governmental venues, and at community events. Develops and maintains strong working relationships with elected officials and staffs and with community and business leaders.
  • Makes recommendations for strategic allocation of SRP Public Affairs resources in support of strategic community engagement, in collaboration with Chamber Relations and Community Outreach. Collaborates with Community Outreach in supporting leadership groups and conducts briefings and tours with community leadership classes.
  • Provides key input into communication to ensure consistent and coordinated messaging in the public domain with a particular emphasis on long term corporate public affairs strategy.
  • Researches, engages, and communicates with internal and external stakeholders including officials on policy and regulatory issues affecting SRP and electric utility industry.
  • Contributes subject matter expertise on issues affecting Local Government Relations and SRP business units and applies knowledge of developing trends within government, industry and strategic communities. Produces written analysis of tactical and strategic options for engagement in the context of emerging public policy issues and their implications on SRP operations and corporate goals.
  • Provides public policy leadership in community organizations such as chambers of commerce, trade associations, and business alliances. Serves on key government, community and trade group boards and commissions.
  • Other duties as assigned

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Representative Local Government Affairs Senior.

What is the primary responsibility of this role?

The primary responsibility is to execute policy development and advocacy with local counties and municipalities and to enhance public affairs initiatives that benefit SRP customers, employees, and shareholders.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 10 years of related experience is required for this position.

What kind of educational background is preferred for applicants?

A bachelor's degree related to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Does this position involve managing a team?

Yes, this position involves leading and managing a team of local government relations employees.

What types of benefits does SRP offer to its employees?

SRP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension plan, 401(k) matching, medical, vision, dental, life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, wellness programs, tuition assistance, and more.

In which city does this job require the employees to live and work?

Employees must live and work in Arizona.

What is the work environment for this position?

The work environment is hybrid, allowing employees to telework up to three days per week.

Is SRP committed to a drug/alcohol-free workplace?

Yes, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol-free work environment.

Does SRP support equal employment opportunities?

Yes, SRP is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status.

Is SRP currently sponsoring any work visas?

No, currently SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visas.

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