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*There are two available Local Government Affairs positions. One will align to Washington County and the other to Clackamas County*

Job Function Summary

Develops and maintains relationships with local governments to ensure the organization's interests are represented. Educates the business about laws and regulations impacting the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Collaboration and Relationship Building Develops overall relationship strategy to further PGE’s interests with local and regional governments. Builds and maintains relationships with local government, business and community leaders. Participates in and represents PGE in committees, boards and commissions and attends community events.

Policy and Lobbying Proactively analyzes and reviews regional or local utility-related issues and develops and implements strategies to minimize risks. Develops, recommends and implements options for solving problems and advancing PGE’s interests. Negotiates franchise renewals. Collaborates with others to ensure right-of-way access. Represents PGE’s interests to local and regional government officials to influence policies, taxes and fees. Collaborates with others on team to ensure cohesive approach to regional and local matters.

Consultation and Support Designs, implements and maintains departmental procedures to ensure timely, accurate and information support to management on public policy issues. Supports and advises other departments on sponsorships and contributions.

Other Recruits, trains and coordinates employees to engage in community or governmental organizations. Promotes and facilitates adoption of PGE products and services. Serves as a subject matter expert to other departments and executives on local or regional candidates or measures. Serves as a resource and subject matter expert to other employees.

Education/Experience/Certifications

Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in political science, environmental science, business or other related field (depending on area of specialization) or equivalent experience.

Experience Typically eight or more years in public policy, lobbying or related field in area(s) of specialty. Work experience in a local government environment a plus.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

Functional Competencies

Advanced knowledge of local and regional government structure and law-making processes

Advanced knowledge of regional utility-related issues and topics

Advanced knowledge of utility system regulations

Intermediate knowledge of PGE’s policies, procedures and plans

Advanced knowledge of industry best practices

Advanced skills in project management

Advanced skills in facilitation and presentations

Advanced skills in relationship building and collaboration

Advanced skills in advocacy, negotiation and influence without authority

Intermediate skills in strategy setting

Expert conflict management skills

General Competencies

Intermediate skills in customer focus

Advanced skills in change leadership

Advanced skills in analytical thinking

Advanced skills in problem solving

Intermediate skills in risk management

Expert skills in oral and written communication

Advanced interpersonal skills

Intermediate skills in decision making

Advanced skills in organization and prioritization

Advanced business acumen

Physical and Cognitive Demands

Cognitive Level

Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).

Cognitive

Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks

Ability to follow accuracy standards

Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks

Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment

Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress

Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change

Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback

Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement

Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks

Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization Demonstrates sound memory

Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks

Schedule/Attendance

Ability to work long hours

Ability to work a variable schedule

Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather

Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance [for part-time positions, change to part-time attendance]

Ability to work shift schedule

Ability to work on-call schedule

Physical Capabilities

Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)

Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)

Environment - Indoor

Office - Hybrid - 3 days per week in office

Compensation Range:

$104,325.00 - $173,875.00

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) .

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PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at dei@pgn.com .

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