Director of External Affairs

Overview Philadelphia Gas Works Looking for a challenge and ready to power up your career? Free Health Insurance Optionsu2013 Free Dental Insurance u2013 Flex Spending - Commuter Benefits - Pension Plan u2013 Free Parking u2013 Wellness Programs u2013 Onsite Gyms u2013 Tuition Assistance- PSLF Eligible Employer- Parental Leave - Hybrid Work Environment The Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is the largest municipally owned gas utility in the nation, supplying gas service in the City of Philadelphia to over 500,000 customers. From its humble beginnings in 1836, PGW has grown into the large, modern facility that exists today. As one of the nation's leading natural gas providers, PGW prides itself on stability and continual growth. PGW is dedicated to becoming the Greenest Natural Gas Delivery Company in the region. Become part of the PGW Team Director, External Affairs The Director is responsible for the development, management, and oversight of Philadelphia Gas Works (PGWu2019s) involvement in state and federal governmental relations, including legislatures and regulatory agencies, providing overall strategic governmental relations support for its operations and objectives while building and maintaining close business alliances with internal business owners, elected officials, government staff, business leaders, activist groups, regulators, consumers, and other interested parties. This role also leads and informs the company's planning, communications, and management of external stakeholder relations and its interconnection to community, customer initiatives, and identified objectives. This position is accountable for the management and oversight of community and educational programs between PGW and responsible community individuals representing business, governmental, education and religious groups and other non-profit service oriented organizations. Incumbent is also responsible for measurement and impact of external relationships to PGW's image and trust throughout PGW's service territory. Responsibilities Advocate on behalf of the company through strong relationships with elected officials in the state legislative and executive branches Analyze, draft, and respond to legislation and coordinate with internal stakeholders to address problematic provisions Manage staff performance in the development of action plans, communication activities and legislative solutions for issues impacting company projects Proactively develop action plans and legislative solutions for issues impacting company projects Coordinate and manage third-party consultants and lobbyists Develop strong relationships with state and local government officials, state agencies, and relevant legislative and agency staff Build industry coalitions in support of priorities, work constructively with trade organizations and peer companies Maintain communication with Philadelphia City Council members and staffs and respond to inquiries demonstrating an understanding of political environment and issues of public importance while clearly communicating PGWu2019s points of view and strategic vision. Represent PGW in trade association and standards board matters. Represent PGW in chambers of commerce matters. Participate in assignments related to PGWu2019s tariffs and rates. Monitor, analyze, evaluate, and track federal and state laws, agency proceedings, regulations, and policies relevant to PGW and the energy industry as directed. Other functions may include preparing impact assessments, developing policy recommendations, preparing testimony, administrating databases, and preparing discovery responses. Participate in the project management of regulatory proceedings (e.g., rate case proceedings). Coordinate efforts with other PGW departments and develop and provide general and specific internal communications regarding governmental or community relations. Provide direction in special projects related to regulatory compliance and ensuring alignment with PGWu2019s goals and objectives. Direct PGWu2019s Construction Notification process as part of PGWu2019s Corporate Citizenship efforts jointly with Operations. Develop and coordinate PGWu2019s community relations efforts within the framework of the JD Power Corporate Image Assessment and PGWu2019s on-going customer satisfaction initiative. Support projects/activities involving educational, recreational, cultural, and other community programs conducted both on and off PGWu2019s premises to enhance PGWu2019s image and promote company sponsored programs throughout Philadelphia. Develop metrics /standards and evaluation tools by which PGWu2019s efforts in the community will be measured and provide feedback to PGW Leadership team. Qualifications Bacheloru2019s Degree in Government Affairs, or other related field of study. Juris Doctor (JD) preferred 7 to 10 yearsu2019 experience within the utility or public service sector preferred 7- 10 years of advocacy or other relevant experience (e.g. state legislative or executive branch staff member) PGW is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/VAAP/EEO. Location: Philadelphia, PA 19122 While we appreciate all responses, only those who are uniquely qualified will be contacted. ID _2026-1945_ Employment Status _Regular/Full Time_ Category _Public Relations_ Job Locations _US-PA-Philadelphia_ ADP Department # _Corp Comm & External Affairs [03]_

Created: 2026-02-09