Energy Policy & External Affairs Manager

MaineGuide; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Parental leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Public Service Student Loan Forgivenes

Job summary

Maine Department of Energy Resources seeks a Public Service Coordinator II, Manager of Government Affairs, to guide policy, analyze legislation, and advocate for energy initiatives. Lead engagement with state and federal bodies, build partnerships, and support communications strategy to advance Maine's energy goals.

The role requires strong policy, research, and writing skills, plus experience in government affairs and collaboration across agencies.

Qualifications

• Intermediate education and/or experience in government, policy, energy or environment, business, communications or a related field and at least five (5) years of directly related training, education and/or professional level experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise the DOER Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner on energy policy, strategy, and external affairs.
• Monitor and analyze state legislation, rules, and regulations affecting energy policy and DOER initiatives.
• Represent DOER's interests throughout the legislative process.
• Coordinate DOER engagement with Maine's federal delegation, the U.S. Department of Energy, local officials, partner agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as a key member of the External Affairs team, supporting the development and execution of announcements, events, stakeholder outreach initiatives, and other public-facing activities.
• Support policy initiatives, studies, and special projects that advance agency priorities and goals.
• Advise leadership on communications and policy strategy, including preparation of policy recommendations, briefing memos, and stakeholder materials.
• Collaborate across DOER and state government on interagency initiatives and external affairs priorities.
• Represent DOER before energy industry groups, utilities, businesses, advocacy organizations, associations, and other external stakeholders.
• Support the development of materials and communications with constituents.
• Work closely with DOER staff to advance agency priorities and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Legislation knowledge

Policy analysis

Analytical writing

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Maine Department of Energy Resources seeks a Public Service Coordinator II, Manager of Government Affairs, to guide policy, analyze legislation, and advocate for energy initiatives. Lead engagement with state and federal bodies, build partnerships, and support communications strategy to advance Maine's energy goals.

The role requires strong policy, research, and writing skills, plus experience in government affairs and collaboration across agencies.