Assoc External Affairs Rep/External Affairs Rep/Sr External Affairs Rep in Glen Allen, Virginia at BHE GT&S

BHE GT&S
JOB DESCRIPTION

BHE Pipeline Group has an exciting career opportunity available. Take the next step in your career and apply now!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

ABOUT THE TEAM

BHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

JOB INFO

Job Identification 10005317
Job Category Corp Affairs & Public Relations
Posting Date 2026-07-09
Apply Before 2026-07-20T04:00:00+00:00
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 10700 Energy Way, Glen Allen, VA, 23060, US
Travel Requirements Up to 25%
Relocation Assistance Available for this position dependent upon eligibility requirements
Business Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage, Inc.