CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.
Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Job Summary
Manages the development and implementation of regulatory strategy to support CenterPoint Energy’s (CNP) strategy, goals and objectives. Maintains positive relationships with regulatory bodies on a regional basis.
Essential Functions
•Manages the development and execution of regulatory and legislative strategies and policies that support CNP’s corporate strategy, goals and objectives with the participation of the appropriate CNP groups or departments.
•Represents CNP’s position in proceedings before regulatory bodies with jurisdiction over Company rates, tariffs, terms and conditions of service.
•Maintains positive relations with regulatory bodies.
•Acts as a liaison with regulatory bodies and their staffs, other industry stakeholders, and counterparts at other jurisdictional utilities.
•Represents CNP’s interests in dealings with trade, industry and professional organizations.
•Manages the planning and implementation of state legislative relations strategies. Assists with the legislative policy development, bill drafting and lobbying of state public officials on behalf of CenterPoint Energy.
•Assists in developing and implementing grass roots projects to leverage employees’ involvement in the political process.
•Supports maintaining compliance with laws and regulations applicable to government relations activities, including lobbying and political contributions.
•Maintains positive relationships with public officials, staff and key policy stakeholders.
•Provides advice, counsel and consultation on key rate and regulatory matters to regional management that directly or indirectly impact CNP or its business environment.
•Acts as a spokesperson for CNP on rate and regulatory issues before regulatory bodies and legislatures, and others when necessary or appropriate.
•Directs, develops and supports assigned employees in the performance of their essential duties and responsibilities.
Education Description
•Bachelor's degree required from an accredited college or university; post-graduate degree (e.g., MBA or JD) from an accredited college or university is preferred
Experience
•Requires a minimum of eight (8) years experience working for a regulated utility in the energy industry.
•Requires a minimum of four (4) years experience leading project teams.
•Requires a minimum of four (4) years experience in at least two of the following:
•Creating and maintaining relationships with regulatory bodies
•Legal, rates, operations, sales and/or accounting experience in the energy industry
•Rate and/or regulatory submissions
•Direct interaction with regulatory authorities
We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.
What We Bring To You
•Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
•Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
•Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
•Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
•401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 03/05/2025
Posting End Date: 03/19/2025
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR
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•60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
Houston, TX
Full-time
