Director, Government Affairs

Edison Electric Institute; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness incentives

Transportation subsidy

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Edison Electric Institute (EEI) seeks a Director of Government Affairs to advocate EEI’s policy priorities with Congress, the Administration, and other stakeholders on energy and electric power issues.

Responsibilities include developing strategies, coordinating with EEI policy teams, drafting testimony and letters, and representing EEI at conferences to support member companies. A strong leadership and policy background is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in political science or public policy or equivalent work experience.
• 10–12 years of experience in federal legislative and political process.
• Proven ability to coordinate legislative activities with Members, staff and administration.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage diverse audiences including EEI members and officials.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and advance EEI policy priorities with Congress, the Administration, and stakeholders.
• Develop and coordinate strategies using direct advocacy, coalitions, and third-party efforts.
• Draft legislation, amendments, testimony, letters, and briefing materials for EEI staff and members.
• Represent EEI at conferences and forums to support member companies and industry issues.

Skills

Legislative experience

Policy advocacy

Stakeholder management

Communications

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science or public policy

Job description

The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide safe, reliable electricity for nearly 250 million Americans, and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, the electric power industry supports nearly 7 million jobs in communities across the United States and drives economic growth and prosperity. EEI also includes hundreds of industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.

EEI employees are required to work in office Monday-Thursday and have the option to work remotely on Fridays.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS:

The Director, Government Affairs will be responsible to advocate and advance EEI's policy priorities with Congress, the Administration, and other stakeholder groups on all issues relating to energy and electric power sector including the Federal Power Act, grid security, transmission, electrification, general supply chain issues; energy storage, energy efficiency, federal agency energy issues, and various environmental regulations.

Other important responsibilities of the DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS:

• Develop & coordinate comprehensive strategies to achieve the industry's goals on the relevant energy issues. This includes direct advocacy, communications, coalitions development, and third-party advocacy with various energy and businesses.
• Coordinate and work closely with all of the various policy teams within EEI including the Legal, Environment, Security & Preparedness, Communications, and External Affairs departments to develop education materials on legislation & industry issues to be used by EEI staff, member companies, and external stakeholders; assist in drafting legislation, amendments and report language; draft letters to Congress and the Administration expressing EEI's position on relevant issues; work with EEI staff in drafting testimony to congressional committees on behalf of EEI; assist in briefing EEI hearing witnesses.
• Participate and represent EEI in various conferences and forums to support EEI member companies and advance various industry issues.
• Ensure that our key priorities are shared with Senators, Members of Congress, Congressional staff, and Administration officials and that those priorities are reflected in federal legislation and regulations.

REQUIRED & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in political science or public policy or equivalent work experience. In addition:

• 10-12 years of experience in the federal legislative and political process and an ability to manage and coordinate legislative activities.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with majority Members, leadership, and committee staff in the House and Senate, with established relationships that can advance EEI’s legislative priorities.
• Trusted working relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional staff, Administration and various outside stakeholders and third-party groups.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences, including government officials, EEI members, and senior leadership.
• Need to demonstrate strong initiative and leadership skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Ability to work effectively with a broad range of staff and external stakeholders.
• Travel is required to various EEI meetings and meetings with external stakeholders.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this role is $167,000-$231,000. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness incentives and programs, transportation subsidy, and professional development opportunities. The role is eligible for a performance-based annual bonus.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EEI is committed to providing a productive and safe environment. To achieve that goal, we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Equal Opportunity Employment M/D/F/V.