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Community & Project Outreach Specialist V - Northwest

Williams

The Role

Overview

Lead community outreach and stakeholder engagement for Williams projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • risk mitigation
  • outsourcing management
  • stakeholder communication
  • outreach analysis
  • ferc deliverables
  • strategic planning

Tasks

-Identifies emerging issues and develops risk mitigation strategies -Identifies outsourcing or consulting needs; handles third party firms that are hired to assist in local outreach or engagement activities -Works with others to ensure project statuses are communicated to business partners; cultivates relationships with key business partners -Analyzes the efficiency and effectiveness of outreach activities and interventions, and provides recommendations for improvement -Assists with the generation of FERC regulatory deliverables; acquires knowledge of FERC pre-filing and filing requirements for outreach -Reviews public landscape including market statistics, key civil and political players, and communications trends -Supports business leaders in preparation to represent the company at public and trade association meetings; prepares and researches for presentations to local municipalities, non-governmental organizations, and special interest groups -Provides strategic direction for outreach and engagement activities; develops strategic plans to build and enhance our credibility and trust with local public officials and communities

Requirements

  • regulatory knowledge
  • bachelor's degree
  • microsoft
  • energy knowledge
  • safety focus
  • 8+ years

What You Bring

-Proficient knowledge of state and federal regulatory regulations and requirements groups -Ability to learn quickly and balance multiple projects -Preferred: Settles differences with minimal disruption and can compromise without damaging relationships -Preferred: Ability to describe sophisticated concepts in non-technical terms -Required: Bachelor's degree in Public Affairs, Communications, or Political Science; a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Government Affairs, Project Management -Preferred: Master's degree in Public Relations; a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Government Affairs, Project Management -Preferred: Solid understanding of energy industry -Demonstrates excellent interpersonal/organizational skills and safety as the utmost priority -Proficiency in Microsoft Applications and PC skills -Travel up to 50%

The Company

About Williams

-The company specializes in designing, building, and maintaining energy systems critical for today's world. -Its expertise spans pipelines, storage systems, and other large-scale energy infrastructure projects. -Notable projects include extensive work on natural gas pipelines, renewable energy facilities, and utility management systems. -The company operates across North America and has a legacy of innovation and safety in energy infrastructure. -Recognized for its unique ability to integrate technology and sustainability in energy solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Infrastructure