Senior Director, State Government Affairs

Spectrum; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum is seeking a Sr Dir, Government Affairs to develop and coordinate strategies before state legislatures and regulatory agencies, guiding external affairs, procurement, and community engagement to advance our objectives.

The role demands extensive legislative experience, leadership of a senior team, and the ability to manage outside counsel and consultants while engaging with officials at federal, state and local levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 10 years of experience in cable, telecom, or regulation.
• Experience with legislative and regulatory advocacy.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage external consultants and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement government affairs strategies at state level.
• Build relationships with public officials and policymakers.
• Lead and manage government affairs team and outside consultants.
• Draft legislation, amendments, and testimony.
• Represent the company before state and local agencies.
• Oversee procurement-related outreach and community engagement.
• Manage escalation responses from government authorities.
• Coordinate political contribution strategies within legal limits.
• Plan initiatives to improve Spectrum's image in communities.

Skills

Advocacy & lobbying

Public policy

Legislative analysis

Regulatory experience

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM systems

Job description

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

The Sr Dir, Government Affairs is responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing government affairs strategies and activities that advance the company’s interests before the state legislature and regulatory agencies. The job may include representing the company before state and local governments and administrative/regulatory agencies, procurement, external affairs, and community engagement, as well as strategically planning, managing and executing other activities and events that advance the company’s overall objectives. The job requires significant legislative and regulatory experience and an extensive background in public policy and advocacy, and will have a senior level management role.

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Develop, build and expand relationships with public officials and other influential policy makers at the federal, state and local level.
• Manage the collaboration of the government affairs team and outside consultants to develop and grow grass roots and third-party support for the benefit of the company and its interests.
• Develop strategies and effectively plan and execute initiatives to grow the company’s image within the communities managed.
• Assist in the development and management of the company’s political contribution strategies, to the extent and as permitted under applicable law.
• Represent the company before external constituencies, including elected officials and other state and local government agencies, commissions and authorities and organize and represent the company at community events and other external functions.
• Draft, analyze, and/or present legislation, amendments, testimony, memoranda and other collateral material as necessary to perform legislative and regulatory advocacy.
• Serve as a principle liaison between Charter and the corresponding State Cable and Telecommunications Association and represent the company at industry forums.
• Manage outside counsel, consultants and lobbyists as necessary.
• Manage team’s response to and company resolution of escalated complaints from government authorities as may be necessary.
• Manage the identification of government-related state procurement and business opportunities and facilitate discussions with business and assist them in developing responses.
• Develop approaches to support company’s business objectives and to manage outreach and interactions with government constituencies related to our business and services.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Required Skills/Abilities And Knowledge

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and straightforward manner
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure
• Ability to analyze and interpret legislation, regulation, contracts, and legal documents
• Ability to use personal computer and software applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, presentations, etc.).
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance and operate with integrity and within company values; maintain high standards for ethical practice
• Ability to work independently, but also to collaborate effectively with colleagues, peers and other internal and external constituencies
• Knowledge of cable, telecommunications and broadband products and services, and experience working with regulated industries
• Advocacy, lobbying and negotiation skills
• Political/government relations background
• Understanding of state and local government

Required Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Required Related Work Experience

• 10 years of experience in cable or other regulated industry, government, public policy or legislateve arenas.
• Background in law, government or public polilcy.

Preferred Education

Advanced degree in public administration, law, or similiar field.

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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 $138,800.00 and $246,400.00. 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.

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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.

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