Director, Public Affairs

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Delta Utilities is seeking a Director of Public Affairs to manage the company's political advocacy efforts and strengthen its relationships with local communities. This position will also oversee the company’s ESG strategy and manage its philanthropic foundation. This is a full-time position based in New Orleans, Louisiana.

This role is responsible for overseeing PAC operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and engaging with political stakeholders to promote the company’s interests. Additionally, this role will lead community engagement initiatives, fostering strong relationships with local organizations, civic groups, and community leaders. The ideal candidate possesses experience in advocacy, community relations, and understanding of regulatory environments.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the development and execution of Delta Utilities’ ESG strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, industry trends, and stakeholder expectations; compliance with reporting frameworks regulatory requirements; and the preparation and submission of ESG reports

• Build relationships with local communities and lead initiatives that enhance Delta Utilities’ reputation as a responsible corporate citizen

• Serve as the primary point of contact for ESG-related inquiries from investors, rating agencies, regulators, and other stakeholders

• Implement company-wide initiatives focused on reducing environmental impact, enhancing social responsibility, and improving governance practices

• Assist in leading the strategic direction of Delta Utilities' political action committee, ensuring alignment with the company’s legislative priorities and business objectives

• Manage the solicitation of voluntary contributions from eligible employees and stakeholders to support the PAC; develop fundraising campaigns and engagement strategies to grow PAC membership

• Ensure the PAC complies with all federal, state, and local campaign finance laws, including timely filing of reports and maintaining records of contributions and expenditures

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, sustainability, business administration, public affairs, or a related field

Minimum experience required of the position

• Minimum of five to seven years of experience in ESG, corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainability, or foundation management

• Minimum of three or more years of experience in political advocacy, PAC management, government affairs, or community relations

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position

• Experience working within the utilities, energy, or regulatory industries

• Experience working with nonprofit organizations

• Familiarity with Louisiana or regional political and community landscapes

• Established relationships with local political leaders, community organizations, and civic groups

• Professional and organizational skills to engage executive leadership and governmental organizations

• Comfortability with public speaking

• Experience with community outreach or customer service; appreciation for community resources

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

• None

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a leading natural gas utility with a focus on safe, dependable service to customers. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, the utility will serve nearly

600,000 customers and become one of the leading natural gas providers in Louisiana and Mississippi and among the top 40 providers in the United States.

In 2023, Entergy announced that it had entered into an agreement with Delta Utilities to sell its Louisiana gas distribution business. The natural gas utility currently serves more than 200,000 customers across East Baton Rouge and Orleans parishes. In February 2024, Delta Utilities entered into an agreement with CenterPoint Energy to acquire its Louisiana and Mississippi natural gas businesses, which currently serve approximately 381,000 customers. Once the transactions are complete, Entergy's Louisiana natural gas operations and CenterPoint Energy's Louisiana and Mississippi natural gas systems will be operated by Delta Utilities. Learn more: https://deltautilities.com/

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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