External Affairs Manager — Policy & Community Engagement

Liberty Utilities; Joplin (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Plan with matching

Share purchase/match plan

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Leadership Development Program

Job summary

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is seeking a Manager, External Affairs to support Liberty’s electric utility operations in the Central region (AR, KS, MO, OK) through strategic engagement with government officials, regulators, and industry stakeholders in the Joplin area.

This role monitors legislation and cultivates relationships to inform advocacy and policy development. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent required.
• 5+ years experience in external affairs or government/regulatory engagement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, policymakers, regulators, industry associations, and community stakeholders.
• Represent Liberty as a credible and constructive voice in political, regulatory, and community forums.
• Monitor state legislation in Arkansas, Kansas, and Oklahoma; assess business impacts and support advocacy strategies.
• Provide backup legislative support in Missouri, in coordination with the Senior Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs.
• Support Liberty’s participation in regional coalitions, trade associations, and industry groups.
• Build and maintain relationships with local elected officials and community leaders in the Joplin area.
• Collaborate with municipal officials, chambers of commerce, and economic development organizations on initiatives supporting customer growth and community investment.
• Participate in community meetings, permitting discussions, and local outreach to represent Liberty’s interests.
• Support employee volunteerism and outreach initiatives that reflect Liberty’s values.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Legal, and Regulatory Services to ensure coordinated policy and advocacy strategies.
• Advise executives and business leaders on emerging legislative, policy, and regulatory trends.

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent

5+ years experience

Job description

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is seeking a Manager, External Affairs to support Liberty’s electric utility operations in the Central region (AR, KS, MO, OK) through strategic engagement with government officials, regulators, and industry stakeholders in the Joplin area.

This role monitors legislation and cultivates relationships to inform advocacy and policy development. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, with a strong emphasis on