Edison Electric Institute · 3 weeks ago
Director, Government Affairs
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $175K/yr
10+ years expEdison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association representing U.S. investor-owned electric companies. The Director, Government Affairs will advocate for EEI's policy priorities with Congress and other stakeholders on energy issues, develop strategies, and coordinate with various policy teams to advance the electric power sector's interests.
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Responsibilities
Develop & coordinate comprehensive strategies to achieve the industry's goals on the relevant energy issues. This includes direct advocacy, communications, coalitions development, and third-party advocacy with various energy and businesses
Coordinate and work closely with all of the various policy teams within EEI including the Legal, Environment, Security & Preparedness, Communications, and External Affairs departments to develop education materials on legislation & industry issues to be used by EEI staff, member companies, and external stakeholders; assist in drafting legislation, amendments and report language; draft letters to Congress and the Administration expressing EEI's position on relevant issues; work with EEI staff in drafting testimony to congressional committees on behalf of EEI; assist in briefing EEI hearing witnesses
Participate and represent EEI in various conferences and forums to support EEI member companies and advance various industry issues
Ensure that our key priorities are shared with Senators, Members of Congress, Congressional staff, and Administration officials and that those priorities are reflected in federal legislation and regulations
Qualification
Required
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in political science or public policy or equivalent work experience
10-12 years of experience in the federal legislative and political process and an ability to manage and coordinate legislative activities
Established relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional staff, Administration and various outside stakeholders and third-party groups
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences, including government officials, EEI members, and senior leadership
Need to demonstrate strong initiative and leadership skills
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work effectively with a broad range of staff and external stakeholders
Travel is required to various EEI meetings and meetings with external stakeholders
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Wellness incentives and programs
Transportation subsidy
Professional development opportunities
Performance based annual bonus
Company
Edison Electric Institute
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association of U.S. Shareholder-Owned Electric Companies. EEI's members serve 95 percent of the
51-200 employees
Funding
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