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Sr Extern Affairs Specialist - BGE Permitting

Exelon

BALTIMORE, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Business Support, Communication Skills, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Compensation and Benefits, Construction Projects, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Easements, Electricity, Emergency Response, Government, Leadership, Legal, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Organizational Skills, Policy Development, Political Science, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Process Management, Project/Program Management, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Quantitative Analysis, Real Estate, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Risk Analysis, Team Building, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
BALTIMORE, MD
POSTED
30+ days ago
Who We Are


We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.


Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.


We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).


We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive.


In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.


Are you in?

Primary Purpose


This role involves managing the processes for acquiring, tracking, and reporting on permits, railroad permissions, easements, and real estate needed for the execution of construction projects and programs. It includes providing process improvement analysis and collaborating to develop efficiencies and risk assessments from a permitting perspective. The role acts as the primary interface with municipal, county, and state permitting agencies, executing communications and outreach activities to improve permit approval timeliness and resolve obstacles through strategic relationship building. These efforts aim to proactively coordinate with jurisdictions to successfully obtain permits and execute processes in collaboration with internal partners such as Projects and Contracts, Real Estate, External Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Legal.


Additionally, this position will collaborate with the Senior Business Analyst supporting permitting data tracking to assist with information that will inform the development of the permitting tracking tool. The role is also responsible for documenting proficiencies that will improve the process for acquiring permits.


This position requires may require extended hours during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.


Primary Duties


+ Manage Processes: Oversee the acquisition, tracking, and reporting of permits, railroad permissions, easements, and real estate for construction projects and programs. (15%)

+ Process Improvement: Provide analysis and collaborate to develop efficiencies and risk assessments from a permitting perspective. (15%)

+ Primary Interface: Act as the main point of contact with municipal, county, and state permitting agencies. (10%)

+ Communications and Outreach: Execute communications and outreach activities to improve permit approval timeliness and resolve obstacles through strategic relationship building. (10%)

+ Coordination with Jurisdictions: Proactively coordinate with jurisdictions to successfully obtain permits. (10%)

+ Collaboration with Internal Partners: Work with internal partners such as Projects and Contracts, Real Estate, External Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Legal to execute processes. (10%)

+ Data Tracking Support: Collaborate with the Senior Business Analyst to support permitting data tracking and inform the development of the permitting tracking tool. (10%)

+ Documentation: Document proficiencies to improve the process for acquiring permits. (10%)

+ Emergency Response: Be prepared to work extended hours during storms or other emergencies. (10%)


Job Scope


Requires detailed knowledge of Company’s service territory, external political and government structures, BGE’s electric and gas operations and customer service policies. Requires development of effective relationships across all business units of company and with decision makers in the governmental, business and community sectors. Position utilizes communication, organization, and facilitation skills. High degree of confidentiality is associated with the position. Work involves a moderate degree of independent decision-making, creativity, flexibility and ability to respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis, as needed, and to attend to off-hour meetings/events. Much of the work is high-pressured with time constraints.


Minimum Qualifications


+ Bachelor’s degree in political science, communications, business administration, and/or public relations AND 4-7 years related experience in governmental affairs, customer service, communications, or relevant utility experience OR, in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 6-9 years relevant experience is required.

+ Proven ability to work in cross-functional teams, with experience in project management. Requires strong organizational skills.

+ Strong communications skills – both written and oral.

+ Demonstrated skills in Microsoft products including Excel and PowerPoint


Preferred Qualifications


+ Knowledge and experience with permitting processes and procedures.

+ Leadership skills proven in the area of team building, issues management and process improvements.

+ Proven ability to write detailed reports, letters and analyze quantitative data.

+ Advanced Excel and PowerPoint Skills


Benefits


+ Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $82,400.00/Yr. – $113,300.00/Yr.

+ Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%

+ 401(k) match and annual company contribution

+ Medical, dental and vision insurance

+ Life and disability insurance

+ Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave

+ Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support

+ Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement

+ Referral bonus program

+ And much more


Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.
Exelon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at DandI@exeloncorp.com.

About the Company

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Exelon

At Exelon Generation, we've got a place for you!  Join the nation's leading competitive energy provider, with one of the largest electricity generation portfolios and retail customer bases in the country. You will be part of a family of companies that strives for the highest standards of power generation, competitive energy sales, and energy delivery. Our team of outstanding professionals is focused on performance, thought leadership, innovation, and the power of ideas that come from a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Exelon will provide you the tools and resources you need to design, build and enhance a successful career. We are also dedicated to motivating the success of our employees through competitive base salary, incentives, and health and retirement benefits.  Join Exelon and share your passion at a forward-thinking Fortune 100 company. Establish yourself in a place where you can truly shine and create a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow.   Energize your career at Exelon Generation. We have exciting opportunities in IL, NY, PA and MD.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
WEBSITE
https://www.exeloncorp.com/

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