Senior Government Affairs Representative - Central & Eastern Washington

Puget Sound Energy; Thorp (WA); On-site; USD 94,300 - 156,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Puget Sound Energy is seeking a Senior Government Affairs Representative to manage government relations and public policy across central and eastern Washington. You will shape strategies and advocate for customer interests before state and local government.

You will develop relationships with elected officials, agency staff, and community groups; monitor legislation; support major projects; and coordinate cross-functional teams to advance PSE priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in political science, communications or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• 5 years government relations, legislative, lobbying or related industry experience
• Working knowledge of political, legislative and regulatory processes
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Demonstrated analytical, advocacy and problem solving skills

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages relationships with key constituents, including elected officials, agency staff, grassroots community leaders, and public affairs groups critical to PSE's ability to provide safe and reliable service.
• Implements a government affairs strategy to advance/protect PSE's public policy interests.
• Monitors government agendas and bill introductions to ensure PSE interests are protected.
• Develops and implements strategies for achieving PSE's public policy goals including managing legislation through the legislative or rulemaking process.
• Represents PSE on relevant boards, commissions, and with key constituency groups.

Skills

Government relations

Written communications

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science or communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.

PSE's Government and Community Affairs team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Senior Government Affairs Representative - Central & Eastern Washington position!

Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.

Job Description

As a Senior Government Affairs Representative for Puget Sound Energy, you'll manage a wide range of complex government relations and public policy issues, including:

• Executing government affairs strategies that shape and influence legislative and regulatory public policy
• Advocating for PSE customer interests before government through coalition building and grassroots engagement
• Supporting major construction projects and other key PSE initiatives

You’ll identify opportunities to grow the business, mitigate risk, and build strong stakeholder relationships bringing creative, practical solutions to complex public policy challenges.

Location: This position covers central and eastern Washington, offering you the chance to engage directly with communities and stakeholders across this diverse region. Expect to travel approximately 6 to 12 hours per week. Mileage will be reimbursed per PSE's Corporate Policy.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops and manages relationships with key constituents, including but not limited to, elected officials, agency staff, grassroots community leaders, and public affairs groups critical to ensure PSE's ability to successfully provide safe and reliable natural gas and electric service.
• Implements a government affairs strategy to advance/protect PSE's public policy interests.
• Monitors government agendas and bill introductions to assure ensure that PSE interests are protected.
• Develops and implements strategies for achieving PSE's public policy goals including managing legislation through entire legislative or rulemaking process.
• Provides support in the development and management of industry associations and non-profit communities.
• Assembles and facilitates internal project teams addressing policy issues.
• Develops and delivers PSE messages, both verbally and in writing.
• Represents PSE on relevant boards, commissions, and through other channels with key constituency groups.
• Supports a variety of infrastructure advancement and economic development opportunities by Project Management, by advocating with key elected officials, facilitating negotiations as appropriate and leading community outreach efforts on major PSE projects.
• Supports economic development by assuring that governments get the needed customer service from PSE.
• Works cross-functionally to coordinate and leverage company resources.
• Supports management of department budget.
• Understands and executes upholds lobbying and political compliance requirements.
• Supports manager and other functional groups, regarding policy and political issues that impact PSE programs and initiatives.
• Supports and encourages the company's safety initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in political science, communications or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
• 5 years government relations, legislative, lobbying or related industry experience
• Working knowledge of political, legislative and regulatory processes
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Demonstrated analytical, advocacy and problem solving skills
• Strong research skills and experience
• Flexibility to work beyond normal work hours, as needed
• Valid Washington State driver's license

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the utility industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Additional Information

At PSE, we value our employees and provide them with opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. To learn more about why PSE is a great place to work, see our Employee Value Proposition, which highlights our commitment to employee growth, work-life balance, and meaningful career opportunities in the energy sector.

The pay range for this position is$94,300.00-$156,900.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.

PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees.

• Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP).
• For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan.
• Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.

Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com).

Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy.

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at [e-mail] or 425-462-3017.