Federal Government Affairs Director

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Position Summary

The Federal Government Affairs Director provides leadership on federal policy advocacy, government relations and strategic planning on issues important to Duke Energy, its customers and its businesses. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with members of Congress, congressional committees and staff, the Administration, and federal departments and regulatory agencies, including but not limited to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Commerce, Department of Labor (DOL), and other federal entities with jurisdiction over issues affecting the company.

Collaborates with Duke Energy management and various business unit personnel (e.g., energy policy, regulated utilities, generation, nuclear, gas operations, renewables, energy delivery, economic development, compliance, corporate communications and legal) to identify and prioritize federal legislative, regulatory and policy issues to the company and to formulate consistent enterprise positions and advocacy strategies.

Communicates and advocates Duke Energy’s positions before Congress, congressional committees, the Administration, federal agencies and other federal policymakers. Serves as a senior liaison and point of contact with federal policymakers and represents Duke Energy on a broad range of legislative, regulatory and administrative matters.

Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains strong, effective and positive working relationships with Congress, the Administration and federal agencies:

• Serves as a key point of contact with members of Congress, congressional committees and staff, Administration officials, federal departments and regulatory agencies, including but not limited to FERC, DOE, Commerce and DOL.
• Develops and maintains relationships with congressional committees with jurisdiction over energy, infrastructure, commerce, environment, and other matters affecting Duke Energy and its customers.
• Engages Duke Energy management and subject matter experts, as appropriate, with federal policymakers to advance company goals and priorities.
• Appropriately communicates Duke Energy’s positions, policies and related information to members of Congress, congressional staff, Administration officials and federal agencies.
• Represents Duke Energy in meetings, briefings, hearings and other engagements with federal policymakers and stakeholders.

Coordinates with internal Duke Energy stakeholders to develop, plan and implement federal policy and advocacy strategies that are favorable to our customers and company:

• Coordinates with internal departments and businesses to review and formulate positions on proposed federal legislation, regulations, administrative actions and other federal policy matters.
• Develops and executes advocacy strategies before Congress, congressional committees, the Administration and relevant federal agencies.
• Assists in the development and prioritization of business plans and policy strategies in light of current and anticipated federal legislative, regulatory and political developments.
• Develops and maintains close working relationships internally with various departments and businesses to provide feedback and insight into federal policy priorities, risks and opportunities.
• Supports federal permits, approvals, funding opportunities and other federal actions necessary to advance critical infrastructure and business priorities.
• Coordinates the company's engagement across multiple federal agencies when an issue or project involves overlapping or complementary federal jurisdictions.

Monitors and communicates federal legislative, regulatory and policy developments:

• Remains well informed of significant congressional, Administration and federal regulatory developments affecting Duke Energy, its customers and the energy industry.
• Evaluates the potential business and customer implications of proposed legislation, regulations and other federal actions and works with internal stakeholders to develop appropriate advocacy responses.
• Provides management with timely insight regarding the federal legislative, regulatory and political environment; provides advance notice of significant developments; seeks management input on key issues; and keeps management informed regarding advocacy strategy and progress.
• Identifies emerging federal policy issues and opportunities and helps position Duke Energy for effective engagement before issues mature into legislation, regulation or administrative action.

Enhances Duke Energy’s visibility and leadership with policymakers, industry trade associations and coalitions:

• Maintains strong relationships with industry trade associations, business organizations, coalitions and other external stakeholders to ensure the flow of timely and accurate policy and industry information.
• Represents Duke Energy in relevant industry coalitions and working groups and works to ensure company priorities are appropriately reflected in coalition positions and advocacy efforts.
• Ensures Duke Energy’s policies and positions are effectively communicated directly and through trade associations and industry coalitions to Congress, the Administration and federal agencies.
• Identifies opportunities for Duke Energy executives and subject matter experts to engage strategically with federal policymakers and other influential stakeholders.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, economics, business, finance or other applicable field.
• 10 years of directly related government affairs, public policy, legislative, regulatory or energy industry experience, with at least five years of experience working for Congress, a congressional committee, the Administration, a federal agency, or in a role involving significant engagement with federal policymakers.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public policy, economics or a related field; MBA; or Juris Doctor.
• 10+ years of federal legislative, regulatory, government affairs and/or policymaking experience.
• Significant experience working with Congress, including members, congressional leadership, committees and professional staff.
• Significant experience engaging with federal departments and regulatory agencies, including FERC and other agencies with jurisdiction over energy, infrastructure, economic development, trade, environmental and related policy matters.
• Strong understanding of congressional, legislative, regulatory and administrative processes and the ability to develop advocacy strategies across multiple branches and agencies of the federal government.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute comprehensive federal advocacy plans, including congressional and Administration strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to work and collaborate in cross-functional team settings and coordinate subject matter experts across multiple business units.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex energy, regulatory, legislative and business issues to governmental, business and general audiences.
• Demonstrated judgment and ability to manage multiple high-priority issues simultaneously in a rapidly changing political and policy environment.
• Existing relationships with congressional offices, committees, Administration officials, federal agencies, trade associations and other Washington stakeholders are strongly preferred.
• Energy or utility industry experience preferred.

Onsite Mobility Classification

• Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility. On-site employees are also required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location, not greater than 50 miles one way.

Base Salary:

• $190,000 - $220,000 - Salary is determined on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: responsibilities of role, years of related experience, and internal equity. Base salary amount may come in at any point of the range listed. Total compensation, including additional bonuses, will vary based on bonus eligibility and company benefits. 

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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