Strategic State Government Affairs Leader

American Electric Power; Columbus (OH); Sur place; USD 116 000 - 151 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Résumé du poste

American Electric Power seeks a State Government Affairs Manager in Columbus, OH to represent the corporation before the state legislature and government, shaping policy and strategy at the state level. You will educate lawmakers on AEP’s goals and needs and build a broad network of legislative and industry contacts.

You will influence legislation, support PAC activities, and travel as needed. Requires a bachelor’s degree and 6+ years in public affairs or related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in public policy, public relations, communications or related disciplines.
• Minimum 6 years experience in community/public affairs or related field.
• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Responsabilités

• Help develop, organize, and implement Corporate policy and strategy for overall effective state representation by educating state legislators, their staff, and state government as to the goals, objectives, and needs of the Corporation.
• Develop and maintain a broad base of legislative, government, and industry contacts at every level.
• Gather and help interpret all legislative and government information that might impact corporate business.
• Confer with legislators and officials to influence passage, defeat, or amendment of the measure.
• Be responsive to the state legislature and maintain relationships with associations, organizations and public advocacy groups.
• Educate and influence the state legislature, government, and other affected parties on Corporate issues and legislative initiatives.
• Support corporate grassroots initiatives and Political Action Committee (PAC) activities.

Connaissances

Demonstrated communications skills

Formation

Bachelor degree in public policy, public relations, communications or related disciplines

Description du poste

American Electric Power seeks a State Government Affairs Manager in Columbus, OH to represent the corporation before the state legislature and government, shaping policy and strategy at the state level. You will educate lawmakers on AEP’s goals and needs and build a broad network of legislative and industry contacts.

You will influence legislation, support PAC activities, and travel as needed. Requires a bachelor’s degree and 6+ years in public affairs or related field.