State Government Affairs Manager - Northern Great Plains

Marathon Petroleum • Saint Paul, MN

243d • $137,900 - $237,900

About The Position

An exciting career awaits you at MPC, where we're committed to being a great place to work - one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment. The State Government Affairs Manager will advocate for Marathon Petroleum in the Northern Great Plains region through coordinated stakeholder outreach and the development of strong relationships with state and local government officials. This position, based in St. Paul Park/Minneapolis, serves as the primary interface with various state, county, and local government entities and regulatory agencies, and acts as a liaison to key trade associations, business groups, and community stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in public relations, communication, journalism, public policy, engineering or related discipline required.
• Minimum 8 years of government, community or public affairs experience required
• Experience within refining, marketing, and logistics industry preferred

Nice To Haves

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple competing issues concurrently
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Advanced interpersonal skills and proven track record of building strong relationships with individuals across the political and advocacy spectrum
• Firm understanding of regulatory and governmental processes
• Strong personal integrity and the ability to think strategically
• Demonstrated ability to work across business boundaries

Responsibilities

• Acts as primary liaison with state and local governments, representing all Marathon Petroleum businesses operating in the Northern Great Plains (refining, logistics, retail and renewables)
• Manages state public policy issues, legislation and regulations. Represents Company interests through interaction with key elected officials and local agencies and associations.
• Develops and implements public policy strategies supporting business goals and promoting positive reputational image within the region
• Coordinates and ensures active participation in business trade organizations that enhance public policy interests at the state and local level.
• Provides communication support on public policy issues. Acts as liaison between local operational entities and leadership team relative to local public policy issues.
• Establishes and implements an approach to aid grassroots constituency-building efforts.
• Coordinates with the Community Relations Specialist to support the development and implementation of a consistent approach and strategic priorities for community outreach.
• Advises management and business leadership of government, community, and media issues. Serves as a advisor to Refinery Leadership Team
• Prepares government affairs reports to executive management team.
• Coordinates establishment of key policy positions and manages communication to appropriate elected and regulatory officials.
• Serves as a member of business trade associations to enhance public policy for the business community.
• Keeps abreast of governmental and regulatory issues which may impact business.
• Advises management on key legislative and regulatory issues.
• Works with stakeholders to find mutually agreeable options for regulations and ordinances that impact our business.
• Assists with securing necessary permit and licenses for the businesses
• Credible and sought-after thought leader on issues that matter to government and Marathon.
• Engages with peers, NGO's, and other relevant stakeholders to address issues of mutual interest
• Serves as the Liaison Officer within the Incident Command System (ICS) for emergency response coordination

Benefits

• Access to health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k matching program
• Paid parental leave
• Educational reimbursement
• Discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree