Managing Director, Government Affairs

Job Posting End Date

01-27-2025

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

Job Summary

• Candidates must be based in Washington, DC.
  
  
  
  

The Managing Director of Government Affairs will report to the Senior Vice President, Federal Affairs. They will manage two direct reports as well as external consultants. They will oversee AEP’s relationships with Members of Congress and their staff and advocate for AEP’s policy interests by working with the Director, Public Policy and internal SMEs to proactively promote policies that support AEP and our customers, and defend the company and our customers from negatively impactful legislation. The Managing Director will help develop and guide AEP Political Action Committee’s giving strategy and also attend events associated with AEP PAC. The Managing Director will work closely with senior executives and represent the company at trade associations and other external organizations on behalf of AEP.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Manage lobbying team of two as well as several external consultants.
• Advocate in Congress on behalf of AEP and our customers.
• Participate with trade associations, organizations and public advocacy groups on behalf of AEP as directed.
• Develop and implement AEP PAC strategy.
• Attend AEP PAC related events.
• Be responsive to internal AEP requests and maintain strong working relationships with internal colleagues.
• Work closely with AEP executives and internal subject matter experts.
• Develop and maintain a broad base of knowledge regarding policies that are beneficial to the company.
• Research and monitor federal government activities that could affect AEP’s business and service territory.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the company's Corporate Compliance Policy.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  
  
  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in public policy, public relations, communications or other related disciplines.
  
  
  
  

Work Experience:

• Minimum 10 years' experience in community/government affairs, communications or direct related experience in the industry. Or a minimum 7 years' experience with the state/federal legislature, state/federal government or comparable state/federal work.
  
  
  
  

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of government processes and legislative procedures at local, state, and federal levels.
• Analytical skills to interpret complex policy issues.
• Expertise in public policy research and legislative tracking.
• Political acumen and awareness of current events.
• Must have a valid Driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Physical demand level is Sedentary Hybrid work environment.
  
  
  
  

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-012

Compensation Range:

$183,033.00-237,941.50 USD

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