JOB SUMMARY
The Sr Dir, Government Affairs is responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing government affairs strategies and activities that advance the company’s interests before the state legislature and regulatory agencies. The job may include representing the company before state and local governments and administrative/regulatory agencies, procurement, external affairs, and community engagement, as well as strategically planning, managing and executing other activities and events that advance the company’s overall objectives. The job requires significant legislative and regulatory experience and an extensive background in public policy and advocacy, and will have a senior level management role.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience

Develop, build and expand relationships with public officials and other influential policy makers at the federal, state and local level

Manage the collaboration of the government affairs team and outside consultants to develop and grow grass roots and third-party support for the benefit of the company and its interests

Develop strategies and effectively plan and execute initiatives to grow the company’s image within the communities managed

Assist in the development and management of the company’s political contribution strategies, to the extent and as permitted under applicable law

Represent the company before external constituencies, including elected officials and other state and local government agencies, commissions and authorities and organize and represent the company at community events and other external functions

Draft, analyze, and/or present legislation, amendments, testimony, memoranda and other collateral material as necessary to perform legislative and regulatory advocacy

Serve as a principle liaison between Charter and the corresponding State Cable and Telecommunications Association and represent the company at industry forums

Manage outside counsel, consultants and lobbyists as necessary

Manage team’s response to and company resolution of escalated complaints from government authorities as may be necessary

Manage the identification of government-related state procurement and business opportunities and facilitate discussions with business and assist them in developing responses

Develop approaches to support company’s business objectives and to manage outreach and interactions with government constituencies related to our business and services

Perform other duties as requested

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and straightforward manner
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks
Ability to make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure
Ability to analyze and interpret legislation, regulation, contracts, and legal documents
Ability to use personal computer and software applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, presentations, etc.).
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance and operate with integrity and within company values; maintain high standards for ethical practice
Ability to work independently, but also to collaborate effectively with colleagues, peers and other internal and external constituencies
Knowledge of cable, telecommunications and broadband products and services, and experience working with regulated industries
Advocacy, lobbying and negotiation skills
Political/government relations background
Understanding of state and local government

Required Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years
Experience in the cable or other regulated industry, government, public policy or legislative arenas - 10+
Background in law, government or public policy



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

Preferred Education
Advanced degree in public administration, law or similar field



WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office conditions
Frequent travel required
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance
Able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary
Vision ability, close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus

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