GVP, State Gov Affairs

JOB SUMMARY The Group Vice President, Midwest Region will report to the company’s Senior Vice President for State Government Affairs and is responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing government affairs strategies and activities that advance the company’s interests across eight Midwestern states: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsyvlania, Ohio, West Virgina and Wisconsin.The job may include representing the company before state and local governments and administrative agencies, franchising and procurement activities, the execution of community investment and political contribution programs, as well as strategically planning, managing and executing other activities and events that advance the company’s overall objectives. The Group Vice President will interact with senior level regional employees for the company in their management area and interface with public officials at all levels of government.The following offers more detailed descriptions of the kinds of responsibilities associated with the position.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage a team of approximately 20 government affairs professionals and develop, contribute to and support Charter’s government affairs and public policy strategies and tactics in the Midwest Region.Develop, build and expand relationships with public officials at the federal, state and local level and with third parties, and direct a team of government affairs professionals in these endeavors.Develop and manage a mulit-million dollar budget, effectively plan and execute regional objectives, and administer the departmental needs to maximize output and meet the company’s needs.Manage and direct a team of outside consultants to affect public policy and to develop and grow grass roots and third-party support for the benefit of the company and its interests.Develop and manage the company’s political contribution strategies, where 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 written documents used for legislative or regulatory advocacy, prepare memoranda, testimony and other written material.Serve as company’s principle liaison between various state cable associations.Manage approaches and support team’s interactions with local governments, including on permitting, right-of-way and other local concerns.Manage and oversee local franchising and franchise compliance within the region.Manage the identification of government-related business opportunities and facilitate discussions with government to support public procurement. Develop approaches to support company’s business objectives and to manage outreach and interactions with government constituencies related to our business and services. Manage competitive issues and serve as principle architect of state and local broadband subsidy engagement through ARPA, BEAD and other similar programs.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Skills/Abilities and KnowledgeAbility to:Read, write, speak and understand English.Communicate orally and in writing in a clear and straightforward manner.Handle multiple projects and tasks.Make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure.Analyze and interpret legislation, regulation, contracts, franchises and legal documents.Use personal computer and software applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, presentations, etc.).Work independently, but also to collaborate effectively with colleagues, peers and other internal and external constituencies.Exercise independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance and operate with integrity and within company values; maintain high standards for ethical practice.Have knowledge of cable, telecommunications and broadband products, services and regulation preferred.Manage people and act in a supervisory capacity.At times there may extensive driving required.Education Bachelor’s Degree or EquivalentBackground in law, government or public policy required.Related Work ExperienceAdvocacy, lobbying and negotiation skills.Political/government relations background. Understanding of state and local government.Generally 15+ years of related experience in the cable industry, government, public policy or legislative arenas.WORKING CONDITIONSNormal 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.CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSESValid driver’s license. XGA405 2023-26357 2023 Here, employees don’t just have jobs, they build careers. That’s why we believe in offering a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supports all aspects of their well-being, and delivers real value at every stage of life.A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.Get to Know Us Charter Communications is known in the United States by our Spectrum brands, including: Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice, Spectrum Networks, Spectrum Enterprise and Spectrum Reach. When you join us, you’re joining a strong community of more than 100,000 individuals working together to serve more than 32 million customers in 41 states and keep them connected to what matters most. Watch this video to learn more.Who You Are Matters Here We’re committed to growing a workforce that reflects our communities, and providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement. EOE, including disability/vets. 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