Manager, Government and Public Affairs (New Mexico and Colorado)

Basic Function

HF Sinclair is seeking a Manager, Government and Public Affairs (New Mexico and Colorado). In this role, you will work closely with Government Affairs and refinery management to develop and execute government and public affairs strategies to further overall company objectives. You will also lead in strategic stakeholder engagement efforts, rulemakings, crisis/incident response, and development of applicable messaging to local communities, government officials, and key stakeholders.

Job Duties

• Develop and grow relationships with lawmakers and agency staff in New Mexico and Colorado.
• Support facility operations by engaging with local external stakeholders (city and county officials, NGOs).
• Identify legislation that impacts the liquid fuels industry in New Mexico, Colorado, and other markets as needed.
• Participate in regional and statewide trade associations and chambers of commerce.
• Track and engage in the rulemaking processes in New Mexico and Colorado.
• Meet with lawmakers at the State Capitol and articulate HF Sinclair’s public policy positions.
• Testify in front of relevant legislative bodies and participate in interim committee hearings.
• Support the Vice President of Government Affairs with federal and state advocacy as needed.
• Manage contract government affairs staff in New Mexico and Colorado.
• Participate and lead HF Sinclair’s Political Action Committee events and fundraising efforts.
• Support local charitable and community engagement efforts.
• Support corporate and site communications teams as needed.
• Serve on the refinery leadership team.

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their superior, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.

Experience

A minimum of five years of industry and specialty-related experience is required.

Education Level

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline, Government, Public Policy, Law, Communications, or a related field is required.

Required Skills

• Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
• Experience developing policy analysis and strategy.
• Strong relationships with key stakeholders (oil and gas industry, NGOs, government).
• Preference for candidates with experience in carbon policy and/or downstream refining.
• Role is based in New Mexico – preference for candidates with a work history in the state.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility

None

Work Conditions

• Office-based with up to 33% travel by land and air required.
• Subject to all weather and varying road conditions.

Benefits

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally.

Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents. For more details, visit Total Rewards.

Our One HF Sinclair Culture

At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership, and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, these values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders.

• Safety: Ensuring everyone returns home safely each day.
• Integrity: A long-standing commitment to ethical behavior.
• Teamwork and Ownership: Encouraging employees to step up and stand out.
• Inclusion: Valuing diversity in experiences, viewpoints, and backgrounds.

What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.

About HF Sinclair Corporation

HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel, and other specialty products.

HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington, and Utah. It markets refined products in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains, the Pacific Northwest, and neighboring Plains states.

Additionally, HF Sinclair produces and markets base oils and lubricants in the U.S., Canada, and the Netherlands, exporting products to over 80 countries. The company also produces renewable diesel at facilities in Wyoming and Artesia, New Mexico, and provides transportation, terminalling, and storage services.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

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