Sr. Manager, Local Government Affairs

Sr. Manager, Local Government Affairs – AES Indiana

Responsible for advancing AES Indiana’s interests within the Central Indiana service territory by influencing local ordinances, zoning, policies, and public engagement to support utility goals.

• Monitor, analyze, and influence local ordinances, zoning laws, and right‑of‑way regulations affecting grid modernization and asset development.
• Represent AES at city council meetings, county commissioner hearings, regional planning commissions, and other public forums; prepare and deliver presentations and reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with mayors, council members, township trustees, county executives, planning and zoning officials, economic development representatives, and community leaders.
• Act as grassroots liaison to align community leaders with AES strategic initiatives.
• Provide incident‑command support during outages and storm restoration events, coordinating with emergency management agencies and elected officials.
• Serve on committees and coalitions (e.g., Indiana Energy Association, chamber of commerce) to represent AES positions.
• Recommend allocation of local corporate contributions and political contributions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Business, Communications, or an energy‑focused field.
• MPA, MBA, or JD preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in government affairs, lobbying, public affairs, state or city public service, or utility operations.
• Demonstrated success in advocating organizational interests within government settings.

• Strong analytical, research, and communication skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of Indiana municipal and county government structures and political climates.
• Knowledge of investor‑owned utility business models, electric distribution, transmission, and generation infrastructure.
• Proficiency with research and communications software; experience applying artificial intelligence tools.
• Exceptional interpersonal, consensus‑building, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

• Travel:
  Must travel throughout Central Indiana and surrounding counties as needed.
• Schedule:
  
  Must be available for evening meetings, on‑call emergency response, and occasional political events.
• Licensing:
  Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
• Must be willing to register as a state and local lobbyist.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.