WGL - Manager Advocacy

Job Description WGL - Manager Advocacy

Washington Gas has an immediate opening for a Manager of Advocacy to drive advocacy campaigns, conduct policy analysis, engage stakeholders, foster internal collaboration, and manage communications to advance Washington Gas' interests in a rapidly changing energy sector.

You Will:

- Advocacy Campaign Management:

- Develop and execute advocacy campaigns to promote Washington Gas' positions on natural gas and renewable energy.

- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective campaign implementation and alignment with company goals.

- Policy Analysis & Development:

- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to natural gas and renewable energy in Washington, DC and surrounding states.

- Conduct policy analysis to inform Washington Gas' advocacy positions and contribute to strategic decision-making.

- Stakeholder Engagement:

- Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, and advocacy groups.

- Represent Washington Gas in industry forums, meetings, and public hearings.

- Internal Collaboration and Communications:

- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a unified approach to advocacy and effective communication of advocacy initiatives.

- Develop internal communication strategies to keep employees informed about advocacy efforts and industry developments.

- Political Landscape Management:

- Stay informed about the political climate surrounding natural gas and renewable energy in Washington, DC.

- Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership on navigating political challenges and opportunities.

You Must Have:

- Bachelor's Degree Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, or a related field preferred

- Master's Degree preferred

- 8+ Years experience in advocacy, public affairs, or related roles in the utilities or energy sector required - 2+ Years supervisory experience required

- Experience leading, developing and mentoring employees.

- Proven success in managing advocacy campaigns and achieving policy objectives.

- In-depth knowledge of the political landscape related to natural gas and renewable energy in Washington, DC and surrounding states.

We offer a competitive salary range of $122,000 to $177,500 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply

Why work at AltaGas? AltaGas

is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.

We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.

To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL For Canadian hires

: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires

: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.