Senior Local Affairs Specialist

Constellation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 112,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Comprehensive medical, dental and vis​

Wellbeing programs

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Constellation, Houston-based energy leader, seeks a Senior Local Affairs Specialist to manage local government relationships and support state government advocacy for its diverse energy assets. You will engage with county officials, agencies and stakeholders to advance corporate policy objectives and community engagement.

The role requires strong communication, strategic planning, and the ability to lead cross-functional efforts, including coordinating site tours and supporting public affairs

Qualifications

• Four-year degree and at least five years of professional experience in government affairs, public advocacy and/or communications.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to enhance advocacy and coalition-building.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives in support of policy objectives.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with leadership in planning and execution.
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise between corporate leadership and local stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate in public forums and support business negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally to craft and execute strategies that advance the company’s public policy and advocacy initiatives.
• Identify emerging issues and timely communicate with corporate and business unit executives.
• Establish and maintain robust relationships with county and local elected officials, agencies and other stakeholders.
• Actively participate in local business and community organizations and attend local events to manage reputation.
• Monitor and analyze proposed legislation and local trends to assess impact and inform leadership.
• Support messaging across platforms to grow brand awareness and positive community presence.
• Lead and coordinate facilities tours in collaboration with site leadership.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Public speaking

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Education

Four-year degree

Job description

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $111,600 to $124,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Senior Local Affairs Specialist will be responsible for local relationships as well as executing strategic and tactical activities, primarily in areas where Constellation owns and operates significant assets or is seeking to develop new assets. The primary purpose of this position is to support Constellation in navigating relationships with county and local elected officials, agencies and other stakeholders (both governmental and non-governmental), in addition to assisting with broader State Government Affairs advocacy efforts and other initiatives. This includes supporting and participating in local business organizations, coalitions and advocacy organizations that support company interests and State Government Affairs initiatives and serving as liaison between the business and local policymakers and, where relevant, surrounding community. The position identifies relevant emerging issues and timely communicates with company leadership, as appropriate. The position works cross functionally with internal and external resources to help execute strategies to advocate for and implement policy objectives.

PRIMARY DUTIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Collaborate cross functionally to craft and execute strategies that advance the company’s public policy and advocacy initiatives
• Identify relevant emerging issues and timely communicates with corporate and business unit executives.
• Establish and maintain robust relationships with county and local elected officials, agencies and other stakeholders, as appropriate, to ensure effective company interaction and advocacy with those individuals and organizations.
• Actively seek and assume roles within local business and other community organizations, and attend local events, to proactively manage the company’s reputation among county and local officials and business leaders.
• Monitor and analyze proposed legislation, ordinances, and local emerging issues and trends to determine their potential impact on the company, regularly updating leadership on activities, potential threats, and opportunities.
• Utilize expertise with local stakeholders to enhance the company’s public affairs messaging across various platforms and support company efforts to grow brand awareness and positive community reputation.
• Lead and Support facilities tours in coordination with site leadership.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Four-year degree and a minimum of five years of professional experience with two or more specializing in government affairs, public advocacy and/or communications .
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills to enhance the effectiveness of Constellation’s advocacy by assisting in building and supporting coalitions and representing the company within regional and state organizations
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives in support of company policy objectives
• Proven ability to act as both a team player, and independently, with demonstrated leadership in strategic planning and execution
• Strong interpersonal skills to serve as an effective liaison between corporate leadership and local stakeholders
• Ability to communicate in a public forum and support business negotiations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated ability to build strong network of contacts within government and local agencies at multiple levels
• Understanding of energy industry broadly, and the electric generation sector specifically, is preferable.
• Experience engaging in and collaborating with members of the non-profit sector

Constellation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.