JOB SUMMARY
The Manager, Government Affairs will support efforts related to government relations, public policy, and regulatory engagement. This position will help monitor legislative and regulatory activities, maintain relationships with municipalities and industry partners, and assist with initiatives that support the company's expansion and business operations.
The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and experience working with local governments, public agencies, or regulatory matters. Experience within telecommunications, infrastructure, utilities, or broadband is preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Support the company's government affairs and public policy initiatives across local and state markets.
• Assist with monitoring legislative, regulatory, and municipal developments impacting telecommunications and broadband operations.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with local government officials, municipalities, and community stakeholders.
• Support franchise, permitting, right-of-way, and municipal coordination efforts as needed.
• Assist in preparing presentations, reports, briefing materials, and communications related to government affairs activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Construction, Engineering, Legal, Operations, and Executive Leadership teams to support company initiatives.
• Represent Ezee Fiber professionally during meetings, public events, and industry functions.
• Track and maintain records related to government affairs activities and projects.
• Support advocacy efforts and community engagement initiatives that align with company goals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience requirements: Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred. Three - Five years of experience in government affairs, public policy, community relations, regulatory affairs, or related experience.
• Telecommunications, broadband, utility, infrastructure, or municipal experience preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related business applications.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver's License
PHYSICAL, FIELD, OR ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the associate is regularly required to analyze and interpret data, communicate effectively, and remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. The associate will frequently access, input, and retrieve information using a computer and other standard office productivity devices.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel is required to support company operations, meetings, training, or field activities. Estimated travel is up to 10-20%, depending on business needs.
TOTAL REWARDS
• Competitive compensation package
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401k match
• Paid time off and other generous benefit programs
• Tuition reimbursement
