Director, Government Relations & Advocacy

Arizona G&T Cooperatives•Tempe, AZ

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. (GCSECA) is seeking a mission-focused, dynamic, innovative, and self-motivated Director of Government Relations and Advocacy. This role will lead the organization's legislative and advocacy initiatives, and community outreach efforts that support electric cooperatives and the rural communities they serve. The position strengthens relationships with member cooperatives, state policymakers, state regulatory agencies, and community partners while advancing cooperative priorities such as reliability, affordability, rural economic development, and local governance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
5+ years in government relations, public affairs, or advocacy
Knowledge of electric cooperatives, rural energy issues, and state legislative processes
Strong communication, relationship building, and public speaking skills
Experience with community outreach or public education initiatives

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in public policy, political science, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Lead state-level government relations and advocacy efforts on issues impacting electric cooperatives.
Build strong relationships with legislators, regulators, and stakeholders statewide.
Monitor legislative and regulatory activity; prepare policy briefs, testimony, and updates.
Develop and execute public education campaigns about the electric industry and the value of the not-for-profit cooperative business model.
Serve as spokesperson on policy issues and support crisis communications.
Coordinate grassroots/grasstops engagement and community outreach across member cooperatives.
Support member cooperatives with advocacy resources, messaging, and outreach tools.
Serve as a liaison to GCSECA's PAC and Legislative and Government Relations Committee.