Director, Government Affairs

WHO WE ARE The Edison Electric Institute EEI is the association that represents all US investor owned electric companies Our members provide electricity for more than 250 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia As a whole the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States EEI employees are required to work in office Monday Thursday and have the option to work remotely on Fridays KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DIRECTOR GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS The Director Government Affairs will be responsible to advocate and advance EEIs policy priorities with Congress the Administration and other stakeholder groups on all issues relating to energy and electric power sector including the Federal Power Act grid security transmission electrification general supply chain issues; energy storage energy efficiency federal agency energy issues and various environmental regulations Other important responsibilities of the Director Government Affairs Develop & coordinate comprehensive strategies to achieve the industrys goals on the relevant energy issues This includes direct advocacy communications coalitions development and third party advocacy with various energy and businesses Coordinate and work closely with all of the various policy teams within EEI including the Legal Environment Security & Preparedness Communications and External Affairs departments to develop education materials on legislation & industry issues to be used by EEI staff member companies and external stakeholders; assist in drafting legislation amendments and report language; draft letters to Congress and the Administration expressing EEIs position on relevant issues; work with EEI staff in drafting testimony to congressional committees on behalf of EEI; assist in briefing EEI hearing witnesses Participate and represent EEI in various conferences and forums to support EEI member companies and advance various industry issues Ensure that our key priorities are shared with Senators Members of Congress Congressional staff and Administration officials and that those priorities are reflected in federal legislation and regulations REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Candidates should have a bachelors degree in political science or public policy or equivalent work experience In addition 10 12 years of experience in the federal legislative and political process and an ability to manage and coordinate legislative activities Established relationships with Members of Congress Congressional staff Administration and various outside stakeholders and third party groupsStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences including government officials EEI members and senior leadershipNeed to demonstrate strong initiative and leadership skills Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectivelyAbility to work effectively with a broad range of staff and external stakeholders Travel is required to various EEI meetings and meetings with external stakeholders HOW TO APPLY Interested applicants should apply online through EEIs career site EEI uses Clear Company as our applicant tracking system An application is considered when all required fields are completed COMPENSATION The salary range for this role is 130000 175000 Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical dental vision 401k paid time off tuition assistance wellness incentives and programs transportation subsidy and professional development opportunities The role is eligible for a performance based annual bonus PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions EEI is committed to providing a productive and safe environment To achieve that goal we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment Equal Opportunity Employment MDFV