Government Relations Representative I, II, or Senior

Company Tucson Electric Power

Location Tucson, AZ

Requisition ID 5330

About Us

UNS Energy Corporation (http://www.uns.com) , headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, is a subsidiary ofFortis Inc. (https://www.fortisinc.com) , the largest investor-owned electric and gas distribution utility in Canada. Our public utility subsidiaries, Tucson Electric Power Company, UNS Electric, Inc. and UNS Gas, Inc., power our economy by providing electric and gas service to nearly 700,000 customers in Arizona.

We embrace a spirit of giving, dedicated to improving quality of life in the communities we have served for generations, and in TEP’s case, since the 1890s. We’re building a cleaner, greener grid, with more wind and solar power than ever before, while maintaining safe, reliable, and affordable service.

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Our culture is rooted inshared core values (https://www.tep.com/careers/#values) that define how we work and who we are. Our team of innovative professionals bring their authentic selves to work each day to power our vision and make a difference. Be Part of Our Story.

We create opportunities for employees to thrive through:

• Continual growth: In an industry changing faster than ever before, our commitment to professional growth and leadership development means we never stop challenging ourselves to explore new possibilities.

• Active Engagement: We support a collaborative environment, with peer-to-peer learning and employee-driven groups that foster an inclusive culture.

• Total compensation: UNS Energy Corporation also offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes a 401k plan with a generous company match, a company-sponsored pension plan, affordable individual and family health insurance plans, tuition assistance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance and much more.

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Job Description - Government Relations Representative I, II, or Senior

Are you ready to make a tangible impact on public policy and engage with influential stakeholders? We are excited to offer a unique opportunity to join our team as a Government Relations Representative I, II, or Senior. As a key member of our dynamic team, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of our company and industry through strategic communication, engagement, and lobbying efforts.

What you will do:

• Dive deep into legislative landscapes on federal, state, and local levels. Identify policies that impact our industry, analyzing their implications, and providing actionable insights.

• Be the face of our company when engaging with public officials and stakeholders. You'll provide expert insights, address government-related issues, and engage in direct lobbying efforts as appropriate.

• Cultivate and nurture relationships with elected officials, government staff, and community stakeholders. Your connections will drive collaboration and positive policy outcomes.

• Collaborate with our Corporate Communications team to craft internal and external outreach materials that educate and inform on public policy matters.

What you bring:

• Strong background in government relations with experience working with public officials and external stakeholders.

• Ability to recognize and act on strategic policy opportunities related to the industry.

• Broad-based business and public policy knowledge including analysis, research, strategic response and report preparation.

• Proficiency in managing large projects with minimal supervision.

• Poise and diplomacy in navigating communications and meetings with a diverse set of stakeholders.

If you're ready to make a significant contribution to our company's policy direction and engage with decision-makers, we invite you to apply now. Join us in shaping the future of our industry!

*Full job description

We are currently seeking a talented individual for the position of Government Relations Representative I, II or Senior. The successful candidate will review, analyze, and report on public policies and proposals relevant to our company and industry and provides recommendations on communication and engagement strategy with internal and external stakeholders. Represent the Company with public officials and stakeholders, providing communications, addressing government-related issues and engaging in direct lobbying as appropriate. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload.

Position-Related Responsibilities

• Research key legislation that impacts the utility industry on federal, state and local levels. Communicate to appropriate internal customers and develop potential engagement and policy strategies as needed.

• Engage in lobbying efforts on behalf of the Company and collaborate with government officials as appropriate to support constructive public policies.

• Develop and maintain business relationships with elected officials, government staff and community stakeholders.

• Attend meetings, events and activities to strengthen relationships and maintain our presence in the community.

• Represent the Company’s interests on utility related issues, including but not limited to Company-initiated projects and policy directives or any community-related project that involves the Company.

• Assist with developing civic and voter information for employees, including assisting with the UNS Energy Political Action Committee.

• In conjunction with Corporate Communications, plan and implement internal and external outreach communications about public policy matters affecting the Company or industry through company websites, social media, Plugged In, and other communications outlets.

• Report to Report to Director of Public Affairs and perform other assignments and administrative functions as requested.

• This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

Government Relations Representative I

• Performs responsibilities under direct supervision, conducts policy research and analysis.

• Assists with internal and external communication efforts and assists with Company projects that require public involvement.

• Provides support for lobbying activities and may engage in some direct lobbying.

• Takes initiative to grow in functional knowledge.

• Coordinates and expedites resolution to problems with respect to a wide variety of matters necessary for the job.

• Consistently delivers work without errors.

• Collaborates for review and sign-off of own work and work of other analysts and completed projects.

• Readily and proactively communicates the status of specific projects, programs, or on-going work.

Government Relations Representative II (in addition to tasks listed above):

• Performs responsibilities with minimal guidance, conducts policy research and analysis and assists with the development of engagement strategies.

• Engages in direct lobbying activities and represents the Company in public settings as needed.

• Communicates with public officials with minimal supervision.

• Takes initiative to add to body of functional knowledge and demonstrates proficiency in subject matter.

Senior Government Relations Representative (in addition to tasks listed above):

• Has primary responsibility for complex policy research, analysis and compliance.

• Has a high degree of breadth and depth of functional knowledge.

• Self-directed and needs minimal supervision.

• Understands business drivers and can deliver solutions that accurately and effectively meet business needs.

• Identifies and overcomes barriers to timely and successful completion of work assigned.

• Leads lobbying efforts and is able to represent the Company in a public setting, often requiring public speaking.

• Communicates regularly with public officials without supervision or guidance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.)

Level I

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in computer software applications including: (Excel) spreadsheets, (Word) word processing, (PowerPoint) presentations.

• Ability to prioritize work and effectively manage time in order to meet deadlines with an emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.

• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively at all levels and with internal and external business partners of the company, including speaking and business writing.

• Demonstrate ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.

• Demonstrate understanding of the law-making process at all levels of government.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Political Science, Public Administration or related field and at least 2 years of experience in public policy, government relations or combination of education and experience.

• Broad-based business knowledge including public policy, research, and report preparation.

• Experience working with public officials and external stakeholders.

Level II

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications of level I plus:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Political Science, Public Administration or comparable area of study.

• Minimum of 3 years of government relations experience.

• Ability to manage small projects or phases of larger projects with some supervision.

• Broad-based business and public policy knowledge including analysis, research, strategic response and report preparation.

• Strong ability to work within public setting and travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of public policy, research, and report preparation.

• Experience working with public officials and external stakeholders.

Senior Level

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications of level II plus:

• Minimum of 5 years of government relations experience.

• Demonstrate proficiency managing medium and/or large projects with minimal supervision.

• Ability to recognize strategic policy opportunities related to the industry.

• Applies extensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures to handle complex tasks and provides guidance to others.

• Applies understanding of stakeholder interests and relevant information to navigate communications and meetings with poise and diplomacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business, Communications, Political Science or related field.

• Expert knowledge of public policy, research and report preparation.

• Extensive experience working with public officials and external stakeholders.

• Exceptional analysis and innovation skills.

Pay Rate: Salary determined based on candidate's experience & qualifications.

All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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