Senior Government Relations Lead – DRI Steel & Policy

Essarsteelmn; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with 6% match

Paid time off (0-200 hours based on tenure)

Job summary

Essarsteelmn is seeking an experienced candidate to lead government engagement for its integrated steel manufacturing facility in Paducah, Kentucky. The role involves managing regulatory approvals and serving as a liaison with government agencies.

The ideal applicant will have extensive experience in government relations, expertise in permitting processes, and strong stakeholder management skills. A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a retirement plan, is offered.

Qualifications

• 12 to 15 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or economic development.
• Proven expertise in permitting and regulatory approvals for industrial manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of environmental permitting and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement government relations strategies to support steel plant.
• Serve as interface with state environmental agencies and federal departments.
• Lead regulatory approval processes for integrated steelmaking facilities.

Skills

Government relations

Regulatory affairs

Public affairs

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Business Administration

Job description

Essarsteelmn is seeking an experienced candidate to lead government engagement for its integrated steel manufacturing facility in Paducah, Kentucky. The role involves managing regulatory approvals and serving as a liaison with government agencies.

The ideal applicant will have extensive experience in government relations, expertise in permitting processes, and strong stakeholder management skills. A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a retirement plan, is offered.