Director of Community & Public Affairs

Indiana Michigan Power Company; Fort Wayne (IN); In loco; USD 116.000 - 151.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Base Salary

Annual Bonus

401K

AEP Pension

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Descrizione del lavoro

American Electric Power is seeking an External Affairs Manager to lead community relations and economic development initiatives across Fort Wayne and surrounding Indiana regions. This role oversees government affairs, media liaison, and stakeholder engagement, collaborating with business units to advocate positions and manage relationships.

You will support public policy objectives, coordinate with local and regional teams, and ensure ethical, compliant operations while traveling as needed to

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, Public Policy, Communications or related field.
• Master's degree desirable.
• Minimum seven years' related experience in Customer Services, Community Relations, Economic & Business Development, Government Relations, Generation, Transmission or Distribution Utility Operations.
• Utility industry related experience preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated communications and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Ability to build strategic internal and external relationships and manage resources.

Mansioni

• Lead development of community relations and economic development programs.
• Act as local legislative liaison to advocate corporate positions.
• Build and manage environmental, economic development and community relationships.
• Coordinate solutions to regulatory issues and siting matters.
• Support regional economic development activities and business retention.
• Serve as primary community and public emergency management contact.
• Advocate company positions with legislators and regulators.
• Maintain relationships with local management and communications teams.
• Educate legislators and staff on company goals and needs.
• Uphold ethical standards and corporate compliance.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Public policy advocacy

Communications

Stakeholder management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, Public Policy, Communications or related field

Master's degree desirable

Descrizione del lavoro

American Electric Power is seeking an External Affairs Manager to lead community relations and economic development initiatives across Fort Wayne and surrounding Indiana regions. This role oversees government affairs, media liaison, and stakeholder engagement, collaborating with business units to advocate positions and manage relationships.

You will support public policy objectives, coordinate with local and regional teams, and ensure ethical, compliant operations while traveling as needed to