Director, Government & Community

Charter Communications; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 121,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Communications is seeking a Director of Government & Community to shape strategic engagement, elevate public presence, and advance government affairs across the region. You will build partnerships with community leaders and organizations, lead high-impact events, and manage budgets to meet policy objectives.

The role requires a track record in government or community development, strong communication skills, and the ability to drive cross-functional projects with a focus on measurable

Qualifications

• Significant community or government affairs experience; minimum of 10 years in government, public or community development
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills
• Proven success cultivating and maintaining positive relationships with external constituencies
• Ability to multi-task and keep numerous projects on track and on budget
• Proven project management experience, particularly with leading cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated results in developing and implementing successful programs and campaigns and executing events
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Power Point, Outlook, Publishing, etc.)
• Valid driver's license
• Satisfactory driving record within company standards
• Auto insurance

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic community engagement strategy for the region
• Execute community events and activities in alignment with regional strategy
• Support government affairs objectives by enhancing public image in communities
• Build relationships with community leaders and external partners
• Direct strategies to promote company visibility and community presence
• Develop briefing and debriefing documents for leadership
• Leverage internal assets to boost community presence and meet objectives
• Develop and manage budgets for the region
• Measure and analyze metrics for community initiatives and create collateral materials

Skills

Government affairs experience

Communication

Relationship management

multitasking

Project management

Campaign execution

MS Office

Driver's license

Driving record

Auto insurance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Do you thrive at the intersection of public engagement and strategic leadership? Spectrum seeks a Director of Government & Community to shape impactful initiatives that elevate our presence, foster key partnerships and advance government affairs throughout the region. Your work will drive meaningful connections, strengthen our reputation and ensure Spectrum's continued support for the communities we serve.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Work with government affairs team to develop a strategic community engagement strategy for the region, including identifying and coordinating community events, sponsorships and charitable contributions designed to support government affairs business objectives and policy initiatives
• Execute high impact, high quality, government focused community events/activities in support of designated region's community strategy and in compliance with marketing, branding, and established event standards
• Support government affairs objectives by enhancing company's public image in the communities served.
• Establish, build, and maintain strong relationships and partnerships with community leaders, not-for-profit organizations, key corporate departments, and other internal and external third-party constituencies
• Direct strategies and activities that promote company visibility, build a strong company image, and increase public awareness of company's commitment to the communities it serves
• Develop briefing and debriefing documents pre and post events for company leadership
• Maximize local programming and other internal assets, including, but not limited to video production capabilities, public service announcements and public affairs programming to enhance company's community presence and to meet government affairs related objectives
• Develop and manage departmental budgets related to these objectives for the region
• Measure, track, and analyze associated metrics (activity and engagement) for community initiatives; assist in development of collateral materials and work with government affairs counterparts to meet departmental objectives

Working Conditions

• Normal office conditions
• Frequent travel required
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed with a variable schedule
• Vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus

What You'll Bring to Spectrum

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education

Skills

• Significant community or government affairs experience; minimum of 10 years in government, public or community development
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills
• Proven success cultivating and maintaining positive relationships with external constituencies, including community partners, government officials and other government and quasi-governmental organizations
• Ability to multi-task and keep numerous projects on track and on budget
• Proven project management experience, particularly with leading cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated results in developing and implementing successful programs and campaigns and executing events
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Power Point, Outlook, Publishing, etc.)
• Valid driver's license
• Satisfactory driving record within company standards
• Auto insurance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to drive as required for job-related activities
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport event materials and supplies
• Ability to reach, lift, and position materials to hang banners and signage
• Ability to set up, move, and arrange tables and other event equipment

Mental Requirements

• Strong budgeting and financial management skills
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with peers, leaders, or stakeholders

Here, our employees don't just have jobs, they're building careers. That's why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life.

A qualified applicant's criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

The base pay for this position generally is between $120,800.00 and $214,200.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

Get to Know Us

Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. When you join our team, you'll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S. Watch this video to learn more.

Grow Your Career Here

We're committed to growing a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve - providing opportunities for employment and advancement to all team members. Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans. Learn about Life at Spectrum.