Director of Government Affairs

Vistra • Columbia, WA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for advocacy and communications to state elected officials Execute political and relationship strategy at direction of Sr. VP Educate lawmakers on critical policies and proposals that advance the electric energy industry; garner support for company positions Represent the company at policy, political and trade associations Focus on specific geographies and issues as required by Sr. VP

Requirements

• Experienced gained through college degree programs and or certifications and five years of government relations experience; prior employment in electric industry is strongly considered. In addition, work related experience as a legislative staffer, elected official or public policy role is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communications necessary
• Ability to travel 50% across the state and in Austin during legislative sessions.

Responsibilities

• Direct lobby responsibility for state legislative activities on behalf of the company. Assist in federal and local lobbying as necessary.
• Oversee a team of external consultants that will assist in advocating issues on behalf of the company; manage and maintain accountability; educate on key issues
• Collaborate across company divisions to determine strategy, input on policy positions, and resource priorities
• Serve as the liaison between Vistra and certain policy and political trade associations; represent company’s views and forge consensus on key issues. Secure leadership roles on priority associations.
• Manage administrative lobby and compliance activities; adhere to reporting and ethics requirements under state and federal laws.
• Support the goals and activities of the Political Action Committees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed