Director Government & Public Affairs

Description

Job Summary

Communication, adoption and achievement of legislative and regulatory goals. Professional relationships with constituent and/or key members of the state legislature and executive branch officials. Professional relationships with representatives from utility, energy, customer, and other groups to achieve regulatory and legislative goals.

Essential Functions

• Partner with internal stakeholders to strategically create and shepherd legislative solutions to industry and business objectives.
• Build relationships with constituent and/or key members of the state legislature and state executive branch officials, with particular emphasis on the Governor’s office, EPA, etc.
• Review proposed legislation to determine impact on operations.
• Communicate the company’s position on proposed legislation and regulation of interest to Columbia Gas, including development of position papers.
• Work with regional external affairs staff to achieve successful:
  1. Internal stakeholder contacts with constituent legislators;
  2. Political Action Fund participation;
  3. Grassroots programs geared to furthering legislative and regulatory goals.
• Advise management on the status of current and future legislation and regulation; recommend a course of action to enhance passage of favorable legislation and regulation.
• Advise management and external affairs staff of projected short- and long-term legislative and regulatory issues of interest.

Required Qualifications for Position

• Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis on Political Science or related study.
• MBA, other advanced degree, or professional certification, or four or more years of energy regulatory experience or other experience operating in a regulated environment interacting with regulators.
• Knowledge of the legislative process and energy industry.
• Ability to organize diverse material into a cohesive, understandable message; good organization skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills; creative solutions; solid interpersonal skills; capable of persuading others.
• Above average reading skills to comprehend and assimilate complex accounting and regulatory material.
• Aptitude for numbers and good analytic skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computers, electronic mail, and financial analysis programs.
• Ability to function effectively and work cooperatively in a team.
• Influencing and negotiation skills.

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

Physical Demands

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Inclusion & Diversity

Value inclusion within your day-to-day responsibilities by respecting others’ perspectives and convictions, engaging others’ opinions, and creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your team, customers, and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your team, customers, and external work partners by valuing different worldviews, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range

$129,500.00 – $194,300.00

The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

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