Senior Policy Analyst-Government Affairs
Senior Policy Analyst-Government Affairs
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$ 103168 - 180523
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Job Description
Closing Date to Apply: June 11th 2025
Salary: $103168.00 $180523.20
Typically selected candidates are hired at a salary rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUDs benefit that may be available if hired different employee types are eligible for different benefits.
Grant PUD Unified Insurance Program ()
Position Summary
Under minimal supervision the Senior Policy Analyst conducts technical research analysis and recommendations on current and emerging legislative and regulatory issues that may impact Grant PUD. The position provides subject matter expertise fosters effective policy relationships and develops both technical and nontechnical discussion
papers and correspondence to support Grant PUDs policy work. Additionally the position contributes to advancing the goals in the Operating Units business plan and aligning with Grant PUDs overall strategic vision.
Essential Functions
Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Provides program support research and analysis regarding local state and federal legislation; works with other business units to identify plan prioritize and integrate legislative and regulatory issues that will impact Grant PUDs strategic plan; research alternatives and preferred outcomes; attend agency meetings and assist Grant PUD staff with rulemakings and communications; monitor local state and federal regulatory issues to evaluate impact of agency rulemakings.
- Serves as a liaison with various external entities including local governments trade organizations and utilities; monitors the State Legislative process; leads bill review and tracking; coordinates with internal and external subject matter experts to determine impact and obtain technical input on
complex legislation; facilitates relationships between utilities industry associations and other lobbyists to analyze and prioritize bills. - Delivers accurate and detailed analysis on large and complex legislative and regulatory issues including energy industry concerns labor law cyber security telecom concerns tax and finance considerations carbon policies natural resources water rights and other related emerging policy issues; provides expertise and counsel on strategic planning; and fosters effective relationships to enhance Grant PUDs regulatory alignment and policy engagement.
- Conducts analysis and research to assess issues identify and evaluate risk determine policy options and analyze potential and preferred outcomes; evaluate limits of local state and federal authority; draft and document summary of findings including recommendations for policy changes; and develops federal and state priority documents and related position papers and summarized briefing materials used for internal and external audiences.
- May operate a district vehicle.
- Occasional travel to other Grant PUD locations and businessrelated travel is required.
- Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUDs mission vision values strategic plan and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
- Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws regulations security guidelines Grant PUD policies & procedures.
- Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program including but not limited to:
o Following all safety policies and procedures;
o Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions;
o Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor; and
o Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.
Required Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications):
- Bachelors degree in Business Economics Public Policy Communications Law or other related field or 2 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
- Five (5) years of experience in developing government policy and/or strategy or related field.
- A valid drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications):
- 7 years of experience in the electric utility industry government public or private sector affairs or comparable experience.
- Advanced Knowledge of:
- Current local state and federal laws regulations and utility policies
- Federal and state legislative and rulemaking processes
- Legislative and regulatory analysis
- Governmental affairs strategy and planning
Other Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Public speaking; experienced in delivering inperson presentations using slide decks to convey key points and support decisions.
- Strong conflict resolution and Interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
- Skilled in producing clear concise written reports that communicate complex information effectively.
- Skill in research and analysis; strategy development and implementation; leading meetings and providing feedback.
Physical Requirements
- Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: Yes No
- Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.
- Will perform work onsite at the locations of the assigned Business Units
- Typical shift of employees in this position: 8 hours 9 hours 10 hours 12 hours
*For a full list of requirements the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE). The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an allinclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
