Manager, Legislative Affairs

WHO WE ARE

The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 220 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States. In addition to our U.S. members, EEI has more than 65 international electric companies, with operations in more than 90 countries, as International Members, and hundreds of industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE MANAGER, LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS

EEI is looking to add a bright, resourceful, and organized Manager, Legislative Affairs, to our External & Government Affairs team. In this role, the individual will be responsible for working with the Government Affairs team to ensure proper coverage and analysis of legislation, hearings, and issues of importance to the electric power industry. Additionally, they will support EEI lobbyists with fly-ins, briefings, and other congressional outreach activities.

Other important responsibilities of the Manager, Legislative Affairs, include:

+ Assist EEI Government Affairs team with analysis on priority issues and in preparing background materials for use on the Hill. + Work with Communications to ensure that the Government Affairs team has the advocacy materials they need for Hill outreach. + Work with General Counsel/Policy staff to review and analyze legislation and amendments. + Ensure that congressional hearings and briefings relevant to the electric power industry are covered and summarized for the benefit of EEI’s member companies. + Track and report on relevant legislation introduced. + Ensure that key bills are analyzed and flagged for EEI staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in political science, public administration public policy/legislative affairs or a related field.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should apply online through EEI’s career site. EEI uses Clear Company as our applicant tracking system. An application is considered when all required fields are completed.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this role is $80,000-$125,000. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. EEI also offers an annual performance incentive which is prorated for mid-year start dates. This incentive is typically up to 10% of the base salary. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness incentives and programs, transportation subsidy, and professional development opportunities.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EEI is committed to providing a productive and safe environment. To achieve that goal, we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Equal Opportunity Employment M/D/F/V.