Government Affairs Representative II

Government Affairs Representative II

Provides cross-functional analytical support for all levels of government and community affairs activities (local, state (WA & MT), federal, and industry-wide). Manages and supports a wide range of legislative, public policy, and corporate initiative activities. Advances PSE strategies through coalition building and direct advocacy as assigned. Develops and manages aspects of various initiatives critical to build the business, maintain operations, advance opportunity and mitigate risks.

Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE's operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety.

Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.

This job is considered "safety sensitive" as defined in RCW 49.44.240 and is subject to pre-employment drug screening that includes screening for the presence of marijuana and marijuana metabolites.

• Tracks, analyzes, and monitors legislation of importance or impact to PSE. Works cross-functionally to assess legislative impact and determine policy positions.
• Identifies and analyzes current and emerging public policy issues impacting the electric and natural gas utility industries.
• Prepares summaries, reports, testimony, and other digestible information that can be used to advance PSE's public policy priorities.
• Manages supplemental research in helping to build objective policy positions and tactical campaigns.
• Represents the diverse perspectives of the Government and Community Affairs Department on cross-functional corporate initiatives.
• Assembles and facilitates internal and external project teams as assigned.
• Performs as a key coordinator and manager of the execution of PSE external strategies.
• Supports their manager in managing the day-to-day budget and operational responsibilities for their assigned function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in political science, communications or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• 4 years' experience in government relations, public policy, communications.
• Working knowledge of political, community, and charitable processes.
• Excellent written or verbal communication.
• Strong research skills and experience.
• Valid WA State Driver's license.
• Demonstrated analytical, advocacy, and problem solving skills.
• Flexibility to work beyond normal working hours as needed.

• Experience in the utility industry.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently.

The pay range for this position is $82,.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals-based incentive bonuses.

PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. Additional voluntary options include supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). For long-term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan.

Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

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