POSITION PURPOSE
This position manages natural resource policy issues of interest to PGE at the state and federal level. It also works directly with the Director of Government Affairs to manage PGE's relationships with the local and DC offices of federal elected officials and certain regulatory agencies as assigned. Works cooperatively to develop policy positions and to develop and execute strategies. Represents the company to external audiences. Builds trust with a broad array of stakeholders engaged in federal advocacy to improve and protect the Company's operating environment.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Policy Matters
- Manage natural resource policy issues of interest to PGE at the state and federal level, such as the Forest Service's Northwest Forest Plan Amendment, forestry issues related to utility rights of way and wildfire mitigation, as well as water and hydropower matters, and other issues as assigned.
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Monitor, identify and analyze federal legislative and regulatory policy matters of concern to the company.
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Work with the Director and other internal and external stakeholders, including company management and other employees, to formulate and execute company positions and strategies related to such matters.
Manage Relationships
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Establish and maintain favorable strategic relationships with Members of Congress and their staffs, committee staff, agency personnel, other utilities, customer representatives, industry organizations and interest groups.
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Broker resolution of conflicts and issues with government, business, and community leaders.
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Develop and implement outreach strategies related to PGE projects and initiatives.
Testimony and Support
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Prepare, or assure preparation of, necessary testimony, letters, reports, requests and filings to help formulate and promote PGE's interests and/or minimize adverse impacts.
Federal PAC Management
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Serves as federal PAC manager. Work with the Director and the PAC steering committee to develop and execute federal political engagement and contribution strategies, and prepare appropriate federal lobbyist and campaign contribution reports.
Portland General Electric Company
121 SW Salmon St
Portland
Oregon United States
www.portlandgeneral.com
