Director, Government Affairs, West

Invenergy•Denver, CO

11d•$160,000 - $210,000

About The Position

As a Director , Government Affairs – W est , you will focus on Invenergy's government affairs activities, primarily in the legislative and executive branch, across western states (WECC and CASISO), and manage one direct report. This position will provide leadership for state g overnment a ffairs initiatives and report to the Vice President of Government Affairs . This role is ideal for a well-established professional with energy expertise who thrives in cross-functional environments, excels at team leadership, and brings a strategic mindset. You will work collaboratively with members of all departments within the company.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant government affairs experience with 7+ years of legislative or energy related experience ( i.e. utility, trade org, ISO, agency, etc.)
Bachelor’s degree
Ability to travel 50% of the time during legislative time periods and 25% of the time during non-legislative time periods or as needed.
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to effectively engage technical experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and other stakeholders.
Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and solve problems.
Experience managing external consultants and lobbyists, including performance management and contract oversight.
Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information.
Strong project management capabilities, including the ability to prioritize competing demands and deliver results under tight timelines.
Proven track record of securing meaningful legislative and regulatory outcomes
Ability to work both independently and within a team context.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with firm deadlines

Responsibilities

Drive advocacy efforts across the region by understanding and developing relationships with necessary stakeholders and decisionmakers
Proactively develop action plans and legislative solutions for issues impacting company pr iorities, and navigating ambiguity to address any risk and maximize opportunities
Build industry coalitions in support of priorities, work constructively with trade organizations and peer companies , and provide leadership within industry.
Serve as the company voice in key states, as a direct lobbyist or in coordination with contract lobbyists, drafting and providing testimony where needed and overseeing policy positions.
Identify potential legislative threats to the company, management, and cross-functional teams.
Provide leadership to relevant trade organizations.
Review statutory and regulatory requirements and develop comprehensive background reports on priority issues across key states.
Oversee budgeting for the region, including political contribution planning.