State Governmental and Environmental Affairs Mgr

American Electric Power • Lansing, MI • 2d ago

Job Posting End Date

06-30-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

The State Governmental and Environmental Affairs Manager leads activities on Indiana Michigan Power's legislative, regulatory and major policy issues, provides effective representation of the company's positions on environmental issues, and builds a positive awareness of the company's environmental performance through effective communications. This employee develops, organizes and implements corporate policy and strategy in the state capital as well as demonstrates the ability to educate the state, legislative and government on the goals and objectives of the corporation.

Job Description

What you'll do:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Lead legislative environmental and other policy initiatives.

Provide effective representation of the company's position on legislative, regulatory, environmental and major policy issues.

Establish and maintain key stakeholder legislative, government, regulatory and industry and public advocacy group relationships at every level.

Influence the development of Indiana Michigan Power's environmental regulations working in partnership with environmental services.

Support corporate grassroots and political action committee activities.

Represent Indiana Michigan Power within industry trade associations and other industry organizations.

What we're looking for:

Minimum Requirements:

Education requirements are listed below:

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, public policy, political science or related discipline.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

Five (5) years of experience in public policy work with demonstrated leadership skills and thorough understanding of state regulatory and legislative processes.

Other Requirements:

Travel requirements are expected 10-25% of the time

Experience with respective state legislative or regulatory processes is preferred when working in the operating company.

Ability to build relationships, interface, collaborate and achieve objectives through collaboration with multiple groups of stakeholders government officials, business leaders, customers, and AEP employees at all levels.

Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively negotiate and achieve goals that support customers and our business.

Willingness to work evenings or weekends to attend key business functions.

What you'll get:

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-010

Compensation Range:

$136,539.00 - $177,503.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

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