Manager, Government and Public Affairs

HF Sinclair•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

HF Sinclair's Manager, Government and Public Affairs works closely with Government Affairs leadership and refinery management to develop and execute government and public affairs strategies that advance business objectives across Wyoming, Kansas, Oklahoma, and other assigned jurisdictions. The role leads strategic stakeholder engagement, rulemaking efforts, crisis and incident response, and the development of messaging for local communities, government officials, and key stakeholders. The position supports facility operations, capital investments, permitting, and operational initiatives, and serves on refinery leadership teams.

Requirements

A minimum of eight years of industry and specialty-related experience, including experience developing policy analysis and strategy.
A bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline, Government, Public Policy, Law, Communications, or a related field.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills.
Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Strong legislative competency, negotiating skills, and influencing skills.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
In-depth knowledge of legislative data requirements, programs, and policies.
Thorough understanding of the legislative process, including the roles and decision points in Congress and federal regulatory agencies.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.
Advanced reading and writing skills and ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.
Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
Strong relationships with key stakeholders in the oil and gas industry, NGOs, and government.

Nice To Haves

Experience in downstream refining.

Responsibilities

Develop and grow relationships with lawmakers and agency staff in Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Kansas.
Support facility operations by developing and maintaining relationships with local government officials, Tribal Governments, community organizations, and other key external stakeholders.
Identify, monitor, and engage on legislative issues affecting liquid fuels and manufacturing in Oklahoma, Wyoming, Kansas, and other markets as needed.
Participate in regional and statewide trade associations and chambers of commerce.
Develop stakeholder engagement strategies to support major capital investments, permitting efforts, and operational initiatives.
Meet with lawmakers at state capitols and articulate HF Sinclair's public policy positions.
Testify before relevant legislative bodies and participate in interim committee hearings.
Support the Vice President of Government Affairs with federal and state advocacy as needed.
Manage government affairs contract staff in Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Kansas.
Support local charitable and community engagement efforts.
Support corporate and site communications teams as needed.
Serve on refinery leadership teams.
Complete special assignments or tasks assigned by a superior.