Director, State Govt Affairs - California/West

Constellation • Sacramento, CA • 7h ago

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $209,700 to $233,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Primary Purpose of Position

The Director State Governmental Affairs position is responsible for developing and implementing policy and legislative positions on state and local issues impacting Constellation's business units and business plans within an assigned region. The position leads internal and external lobbying resources to identify and advocate for political and legislative positions and policies that benefit Constellation, our employees and the communities we serve. The position ensures coordination and communication with Constellation's business unit interests to align on advocacy positions that are grounded in political and legislative strategies designed to achieve the company's business needs and drive value for its asset and operations. The position also will lead local government affairs activities in areas where Constellation has assets or a business presence. The position will manage resources that include contract and in-house support as appropriate for the work.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

Prepare written material including whitepapers, talking points, and presentations.

Maintain and leverage relationships with key external policymakers, stakeholders and decision makers in order to support Constellation Generation initiatives.

Develop and implement policy and legislative positions at the state and local level.

Serve as the primary company interface with state legislators and policymakers.

Lead internal and external lobbying resources to identify and advocate for political and legislative positions and policies.

Review and analyze state legislative and policy initiatives for impact on Constellation positions and recommend actions to senior leadership and communicate and translate state policy positions, key initiatives and implications of legislative and political positions to management.

Lead local government affairs activities in areas where Constellation has assets or a business presence.

In coordination with the Constellation Communications and Advocacy teams, attain leadership positions in professional organizations and industry groups.

Organize and manage a team of external lobbyists and local affairs representatives to advance legislative and regulatory positions and policies, relationship management, and site support activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 12-years' experience

12-years professional experience with management and leadership responsibilities in the electric and gas industry, with at least 7 years focused in government affairs or external affairs activities

Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills

An understanding of, and experience in, electric and gas utility operations, and the regulatory, political and legislative process that govern utilities

Conversant with trends and policy implications of current financial, energy, legal and labor issues associated with this industry

Strong consultative and interpersonal skills to work with diverse groups of individuals inside and outside large companies including Company CEOs, presidents and their staffs, lobbyists, state and local elected and appointed officials and regulators, trade and business associations, foundations, political organizations, and public interest groups

Experience interfacing with Regional Transmission Organizations or Independent System Operators

Experience with State Public Utility Commissions

Preferred Qualifications

A wide network of contacts within the business community, federal government, elected officials, and public interest groups

Leadership positions in external trade associations, coalitions or industry organizations.

Law degree or masters degree in business, engineering, political science, public policy or related field

Constellation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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