Strategic Partnerships Representative, Senior

Date: Jan 5, 2026

Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85004-3903

Company: APS

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

Summary

Strategic Partnerships Representative, Senior

At APS, we’re committed to building strong connections that make a difference in Arizona communities. As a Strategic Partnerships Representative, Senior, you’ll lead initiatives that strengthen relationships, create meaningful programs, and ensure our partnerships deliver real impact. This role is central to advancing APS’s mission of safety, reliability, and affordability while fostering trust and collaboration with key stakeholders .

What your day would be like:

You are responsible for:

- Lead the execution and measurement of community programs, events, and partnerships that align with APS’s strategic goals.

- Engage and mobilize internal teams and external stakeholders to maximize positive impact.

- Support the Manager of Strategic Partnerships in driving the vision for APS Community Affairs.

- Assess current partnerships to ensure they achieve desired social and business outcomes.

- Collaborate across departments to maintain alignment with company objectives and community needs.

Who we’re looking for:

- Experienced Connector: Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with stakeholders.

- Strategic Thinker: Skilled in planning and executing programs that deliver measurable results.

- Analytical Mindset: Comfortable assessing partnerships and using data to guide decisions.

- Strong Communicator: Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills to influence and inspire.

- Community Advocate: Passion for creating positive change and representing APS’s values in the community.

Minimum Requirements

Strategic Partnerships Representative, Senior

- Bachelors degree in Business, Communications, Non-Profit Management or related fields

- PLUS five (5) years related experience in community development, community relations and/or corporate philanthropy;

- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of employees in the organization and external stakeholders.

- Ability to influence and coordinate the efforts of other team members in support of events.

- Solid business acumen, management, and problem-solving skills.

- Effective time management, organizational, planning and project management skills.

- Demonstrated ability for accuracy and thoroughness.

- Position involves regular evening and weekend work as well as statewide travel.

- Understanding of Arizonas rural communities is a plus.

Major Accountabilities

1) Serve as project lead and drive results by implementing community outreach strategies in partnership with external organizations and internal departments. Manage APS sponsored events that provide distinct exposure, enhance reputation and provide social value.

2) Plan and organize numerous events and/or meetings for APS, as well as developing materials and post-event activities.

Work closely with internal and external event committees to ensure event goals and objectives are accomplished. Utilize social media to promote events and programs sponsored by APS.

3) Conduct public presentations and briefings to educate community stakeholders on important business initiatives.

4) Maintain a calendar of events and implement a system that enables and anticipates planning and effective management of meetings and events. Establish protocols and procedures with planning committees, subcontractors and program staff.

5) Communicate important business initiatives, solicit input and share information on APSs efforts in the community. Maintain a comprehensive database of community leaders and stakeholders to facilitate this communication and outreach process.

6) Collaborate in the evaluation of existing partnerships and helps develop a framework that measures partnership outcomes, impacts and process.

7) Collaborate in the evaluation and development of new strategic community partnerships while upholding high standards in accordance with company policies and procedures. Participates in due-diligence, market research as well as feasibility and cost-benefit analysis.

8) Represent the company at public functions related to community-based activities, community forums, and charitable activities.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.

Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).

In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

- Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).

- Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.

- Role types are subject to change based on business need.

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