State Government & Regulatory Affairs Rep Staff

Williams Companies

Midland (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Total Rewards program

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Williams Companies, Inc. in Midland/Houston area seeks a State Government & Regulatory Affairs Representative to lead relationships with state officials, regulators and stakeholders, advocating company positions on legislation and policy affecting operations in West Texas and beyond.

The role emphasizes building executive relationships, tracking regulatory developments, developing position papers, and coordinating cross-functional teams to align advocacy with business priorities.

Qualifications

Requires Bachelor's degree in business, political science or communications.
Preferred: Master’s degree in law, business, political science or communications.

Responsibilities

Establishes executive relationships with state and local government leaders and regulators.
Influences policies and regulations and enhances the company reputation.
Builds lasting relationships to support company priorities in new communities.
Supports leadership with updates on legislative developments and prepares position papers.
Participates in industry groups and coalitions to drive business impact.
Develops implementation plans for new regulations and addresses high risk issues.
Engages officials to educate them about the industry and Williams' business.
Willingness to travel up to ~50% to support projects across the coverage area.
Ability to manage outside consultants and coordinate with internal and external audiences.
Understand and manage department budgets.
Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Policy understanding

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or political science

Master’s degree in law or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

TX Houston - Tower

TX Midland

Full time

R112822

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day.

The State Government & Regulatory Affairs Rep. Staff is responsible for leading, developing and maintaining state government and regulatory agency, elected/appointed officials and non-governmental organization relationships in all areas where Williams operates for project advocacy, business growth, operations and project execution support – with a particular focus on the West Texas. This role will track, report and influence the development of state legislation, regulation and policies that could affect our organization.

The team will align advocacy with business priorities for existing and prospective operational areas. This role will primarily support efforts at the state and local level, but certain policies and issues may need to be coordinated at a federal level or with other members of the team. The ability to develop and implement a comprehensive issues management process that nurture relationships, collaborate with others to assess and act upon key issues, contribute as a team member and lead cross functional teams without formal leadership authority are keys to success.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

Establishes and cultivates executive relationships with state and local government leaders, policymakers, and regulatory agencies to represent the company position on issues
Influences relevant policies and regulations and develops/enhances the reputation of the company
Builds lasting relationships that help to establish trust, mitigate potential obstacles, convey our priorities and strategies and sustain efforts in new communities
Supports leadership with updates on material legislative and regulatory developments; develops company position papers, collateral, fact sheets and presentations
Participates in technical partner groups, industry trade associations, coalitions, and other advisory/industry committees; drives the agenda for business impact
Supports development of implementation plans and tools for when new regulations or rules take effect; provides a strategy for addressing high risk issues
Engages state and local officials, peers, and other key influencers in an effort to educate them about our industry and our business
Willingness to travel, as needed, to states or cities within the individual’s coverage area
Ability to manage outside consultants and work closely with both internal and external audiences
Understand and manage department budgets
Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:

Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, political science or communications; a minimum of ten (10) years' direct experience in government affairs, customer/business partner relations or related field
Preferred: Master’s degree in law, business, political science or communications; a minimum of fifteen (15) years' experience as staff in a State House, Governor's office, or federal congressional office within the specific geographic region assigned

Other Requires Experience:

Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills
An understanding of energy policy, with a specific focus on legislation and/or the regulatory process
Ability to work with elected officials across the political spectrum to build support and consensus
Understands corporate communications tools and implementation with internal and external audiences
Detailed understanding of the legislative process/rules and practice of government and regulatory affairs and outreach
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Able to establish excellent rapport with individuals on all levels, specifically senior leaders and officials
Ability to work under high pressure in a dynamic environment and collaborate across a matrixed organization
Preferred: Experience in political or issues campaigns
Travel Requirements: Approximately 50% travel is expected to support project, and business needs
This role is expected to be based in either the Houston office or the Midland/Odessa region

Why Houston?

Big career opportunities in one of the world’s energy capitals, endless food spots and a diverse vibe—all without paying NYC or LA prices. Work hard, live better. Check out Houston.org to learn more.

We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day‑to‑day, not just on paper. Our Total Rewards are built to support how you work, live, and plan for what’s next.

Here’s a look at what that means:

Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
HSA and FSA options
Company‑paid life insurance and disability coverage
Employee stock purchase plan
Domestic partner benefits
Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.

For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies (https://www.williams.com/total-rewards/) .

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

Why Williams?

Looking to apply your passion and skills to the innovative and vital work that helps fuel the clean energy economy?

As the world demands reliable, low‑cost, low‑carbon energy, Williams will be there.

We currently handle one third of the natural gas in the United States that is used every day to heat homes, cook food and generate electricity.

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