BHE Pipeline Group has an exciting career opportunity available. Take the next step in your career and apply now!
BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through our liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations we support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and focus on providing a safe and inclusive work environment.
Associate External Affairs Rep:
Three years of related experience in a public policy, legislative or lobbying capacity is preferred.
External Affairs Rep:
Five years of related experience in a public policy, legislative or lobbying capacity is preferred.
Sr External Affairs Rep:
Seven years of related experience in a public policy, legislative or lobbying capacity is preferred.
All Levels:
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Business, Communications or a related field; (Typically four years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a Bachelor''s degree).
Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to establish trust, maintain confidence, understand and influence behavior in diverse social and business situations, negotiate acceptable solutions, provide leadership for Company positions, and influence outcomes through relationships.
Demonstrated oral presentation, listening, and communication skills.
Knowledge of external business environment, laws, political climate, the Company's strategies, policies, practices, and procedures, and the social climates where the Company operates.
Knowledge of Company policy, procedures, practices, and in depth familiarity with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Travel is required.
Promotes Company goals and objectives by developing effective working relationships with customers, federal, state, and local government officials, interest groups, and government affairs opinion leaders.
Develops and implements strategies for promoting Company positions before governmental agencies.
Represents the Company at legislative hearings, state agency hearings and other public meetings as requested.
Act as the official Company representative at legislative hearings, government ceremonies, political fundraisers and various community events.
Oversee and implement multifaceted public relations strategies for new programs, products and projects.
Develop and communicate the company's response to legislative, media, and public issues.
Promote company goals and objectives by developing effective working relationships with customers, federal, state, and local officials, interest groups, and government affairs opinion leaders.
Develop and implement strategies for promoting company positions before governmental agencies.
Develop drafts of media releases and position papers.
Monitor activity and prepare reviews for internal company subject matter experts and managers on proposed legislative changes and the status of pending legislation that may have an impact on company operations.
Develop issue and tactical strategies with internal colleagues, lobby team and external associations and coalitions.
Influence public opinion and the relationship between the company and government officials or interest groups.
Develop and present information for internal groups such as the political action committee.
Act as the subject matter discipline and provide guidance to associate and career level public affairs representatives.
Promotes Company goals and objectives by developing effective working relationships with customers, federal, state, and local government officials, interest groups, and government affairs opinion leaders.
Develops and implements strategies for promoting Company positions before governmental agencies.
Represents the Company at legislative hearings, state agency hearings and other public meetings as requested.
Act as the official Company representative at legislative hearings, government ceremonies, political fundraisers and various community events.
Oversee and implement multifaceted public relations strategies for new programs, products and projects.
Develop and communicate the company's response to legislative, media, and public issues.
Promote company goals and objectives by developing effective working relationships with customers, federal, state, and local officials, interest groups, and government affairs opinion leaders.
Develop and implement strategies for promoting company positions before governmental agencies.
Develop drafts of media releases and position papers.
Monitor activity and prepare reviews for internal company subject matter experts and managers on proposed legislative changes and the status of pending legislation that may have an impact on company operations.
Develop issue and tactical strategies with internal colleagues, lobby team and external associations and coalitions.
Influence public opinion and the relationship between the company and government officials or interest groups.
Develop and present information for internal groups such as the political action committee.
Act as the subject matter discipline and provide guidance to associate and career level public affairs representatives.