What are the responsibilities and job description for the Government Relations Manager II position at Duke Energy?
Responsibilities
Relationship Management
Develops and manages relationships with local government officials and key community stakeholders in Duke Energy’s service area in Alachua, Citrus, Hernando, Levy, Marion, and Sumter counties.
Partners with strategic community-based organizations to enhance the company’s reputation and educate key community stakeholders on Duke Energy’s business initiatives.
Identifies opportunities to leverage relationships to further company goals.
Responds to requests for assistance from local government officials and key community stakeholders related to Duke Energy’s business activities.
Serves as the company’s primary point-of-contact with local Emergency Management officials in Alachua, Citrus, Hernando, Levy, Marion, and Sumter counties during natural disasters and other emergencies.
Local Government Advocacy
Contacts and confers with local government officials to influence the passage, defeat, or amendment to local ordinances or legislation that impacts Duke Energy’s business objectives in Alachua, Citrus, Hernando, Levy, Marion, and Sumter counties.
Represents Duke Energy before local governing bodies and serves as primary company point of contact for local elected officials and city / county staff..
Studies and evaluates proposed local ordinances and legislation to determine impact on the company’s business objectives.
Develops and maintains knowledge of Duke Energy’s public policy, regulatory, and business positions.
Project and Issues Management
Leverages relationships with local government officials and key community stakeholders in Alachua, Citrus, Hernando, Levy, Marion, and Sumter counties and knowledge of the company’s operational needs and business goals to diagnose operational issues, identify pathways to resolution, and create or protect value for the company.
Develops and maintains wide-ranging knowledge of electric utility industry and Duke Energy operational processes to engage internal partners in the resolution of escalated issues.
Assists Duke Energy business units in the siting and construction of company infrastructure projects.
Leads Duke Energy’s Liaison organization in Alachua, Citrus, Hernando, Levy, Marion, and Sumter counties during natural disasters to respond to critical infrastructure outages, provide update on power restoration activities, and resolve escalated issues.
Philanthropy
Develops and implements a local giving strategy to strategically deploy company philanthropic funds to support nonprofit organizations and community needs in Alachua, Citrus, Hernando, Levy, Marion, and Sumter counties.
Organizes and participates in Duke Energy employee volunteer events.
Basic / Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Communications, Business Administration or other related field
In addition to required education, minimum seven (7) years of relevant work experience
In lieu of required degree, High School / GED and minimum ten (10) years relevant work experience
Desired Qualifications
Prior public affairs and advocacy experience.
Experience working with local governments.
Experience developing and implementing government relations and public affairs strategies.
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Analytical / problem-solving skills.
Ability to work with minimal daily direction.
Extensive & thorough knowledge of electric distribution and transmission systems & grid operations.
10-plus years’ experience with Duke Energy, or equivalent experience with lead responsibility for managing governmental and / or business and community relations.
Comprehensive financial and business acumen.
Political savvy and thorough understanding of local and state political processes.
Demonstrated conflict resolution and management skills, leadership skills, and facilitation skills.
Working Conditions
Valid driver's license.
2 - 3 days per week in office.
Attendance at occasional early morning, night, and weekend meetings and activities.
Extensive travel throughout the assigned territory and occasionally the state, 40-50%.
Requires availability 24 / 7 for storm response or other issues / emergencies.
Hybrid – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility.
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Travel Requirements
25-50%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
Represented / Union Position
Visa Sponsored Position
Posting Expiration Date
Saturday, March 15, 2025
All job postings expire at 12 : 01 AM on the posting expiration date.
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