Mgr Local Government Relations

CPS Energy; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS Energy in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Manager of Local Government Relations to lead engagement with city and county officials and manage policy initiatives. This role reports to the Director and supports the Government Relations, Regulatory Affairs & Public Policy unit.

Under guidance, you will monitor agendas, develop outreach strategies, prepare position papers, and coordinate internal resources to address inquiries and resolve issues. Strong communication and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in policy or advocacy work.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal officials and governmental functions.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentation).
• Ability to lead and direct a team.
• Think critically and act strategically.
• Willingness to travel domestically.

Responsibilities

• Monitor policy initiatives and CPS Energy local issues.
• Oversee Community Input Committee and board interactions as required.
• Draft presentations, responses, and public comments.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders for policy activities and information sharing.
• Represent CPS Energy in local policy venues and build key relationships.

Skills

Policy advocacy

Local government knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Multitasking

Critical thinking

Diplomacy

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Affairs or related field

Job description

Mgr Local Government Relations

Date: Aug 19, 2026

Location: San Antonio, TX, US, 78205

Company: CPS Energy

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,500 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve. Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!

Pay Grade

18

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Local Government Relations, this position works proactively with city council members and staff, county commissioners and staff, and various city and county departments to address local government concerns, facilitate communication, and support utility projects and initiatives. The Manager of Local Government Relations monitors local government agendas, ordinances, resolutions and policy developments that may impact CPS Energy operations and provides timely analysis and to leadership. The Manager coordinates internal resources to respond to inquiries and resolve issues.
CPS Energy is looking for someone who can develop approaches for engagement, communicate succinctly and think critically. Candidates must have the ability to think quickly, gain, act and share feedback and report back to leadership at an operational and strategic level, and can function both independently and as part of a team. Ideal candidates will have: knowledge of and experience in policy work, either at San Antonio City Hall, city/county government, a regulatory arena, and/or at the local public policy level, or at a related non-governmental organization; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work well with a broad range of people and entities; ability to pivot quickly and efficiently; motivation and drive to excel in the position both individually and through team performance. The Manager of Local Government Relations will report to the Director of Local Government Relations in San Antonio and will support the responsibilities of the entire Government Relations, Regulatory Affairs & Public Policy unit.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Monitor policy initiatives and strategies regarding issues of interest and/or impact to CPS Energy at the local level.
• Oversee the management of CPS Energy's Community Input Committee, including interaction with the Board of Trustees as required.
• Assist with drafting presentations, answering inquiries, and creating position papers, public comments, and other materials.
• Support the needs of CPS Energy's internal stakeholders and business units as it relates to policy activities and information sharing, such as providing reports and arranging and preparing for meetings.
• Represent the business unit in internal business meetings and external forums, and proactively develop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders in support of the External/Community Relations function.
• Work cooperatively with other stakeholders and affiliated industry and community organizations at the local level.
• Participate in the development of company positions and strategies for advocacy with different key local policy influencers. Track and measure results to ensure they are in line with intended outcomes and business objectives.
• Serve as an ambassador for CPS Energy within the Greater San Antonio and Bexar County metropolitan area and with counterparts with public and private entities and organizations within the CPS Energy service territory. This includes representing CPS Energy at relevant city councils, meetings, briefings, events, and other policy venues. In some cases, working independently to arrange and lead such activities.
• Identify opportunities for education and outreach by convening briefings, discussions, on behalf of CPS Energy, and in conjunction with other internal and external persons/entities as appropriate.
• Convene internal teams to share knowledge across business units related to focus areas to ensure integration and alignment between teams.
• Engage CPS Energy's key stakeholders in policy efforts, providing them with the information needed to support policy initiatives of CPS Energy.
• Coordinate with supervisors to identify priorities and determine strategies to be communicated.
• Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning, budget development and review, and strategy as a member of the management team.

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

• Experience in policy or advocacy work.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal elected or appointed officials and governmental functions.
• Must possess awareness of the San Antonio and regional community.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentation, phone and email).
• Ability to lead and direct a team and drive team performance.
• Able to multi-task, have demonstrated organization, detail orientation, prioritization and time management skills to ensure that work related activities are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Initiative to work independently or as a member of a team, coordinating with others to achieve desired results.
• Ability to think critically, to anticipate, and to act strategically.
• Demonstrated ability to interact well and with diplomacy with a wide range of people and entities.
• Personal integrity, good judgment, and ability to handle sensitive information.
• Competence with the Internet and Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility to travel domestically as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in government relations through a combination of city or county government or corporate government relations
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with local elected offices as well as a variety of stakeholders
• Experience in policy or advocacy work within the electricity or natural gas arenas
• Professional experience in the energy or utility industry

Competencies

• Demonstrating Initiative
• Working with Ambiguity
• Communicates Effectively
• Acting with Integrity
• Driving Projects to Completion
• Establishing Relationships

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Affairs or related field from an accredited university.

Working Environment

Indoor work, operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equip, phone, multi-functioning printer & calculator. Ability to travel to & from meetings, training sessions or other busi-related events.

Physical Demands

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.

Nearest Major Market

San Antonio

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