Manager, External Affairs, West Region

What

The Role

Is At Clearway we care deeply about our relationships with the states and communities that host our plants. We’re seeking an External Affairs Manager to build local relationships and support our government affairs work in California and other Western states. The successful candidate will have the ability to foster positive relationships with a wide range of individuals and organizations an understanding of the cultural and political landscape of the Western U.S. and excellent organizational communication and writing skills. Reporting to the head of Clearway’s External Affairs function in the West the candidate will work closely with the project development and operations teams to support a large portfolio of projects in operations and development. If you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications but see yourself contributing please submit your resume

What You'll Be Doing

Be an ambassador for Clearway in diverse communities across California. Build and maintain strong relationships with local government officials tribal governments labor unions business organizations advocacy organizations and other project stakeholders. Participate in outreach and advocacy efforts in support of Clearway’s public policy priorities including the State Legislature Governor’s Office and state agencies. Cultivate community partnerships in support of Clearway’s development projects in collaboration with local site teams and project developers. Organize open houses tours and other events to build goodwill and share information with the community. Represent Clearway at relevant local events and activities. Maintain strong relationships within the company including with plant managers and technicians construction managers and project developers as well as with key project stakeholders such as landowners. Craft effective messaging and develop communications materials. Respond to inquiries from community members and other interested parties when needed.

What You'll Bring

A successful candidate must be a self-starter responsible and communicative an active listener and a problem-solver with great interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a team. You must have the ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive or controversial subjects with tact kindness and professionalism. 4+ years of work experience in government affairs state or local government public relations community organizing campaigns or a related field. Bachelor’s degree in government public policy communications journalism or a related field OR an additional 2+ years of relevant experience. Strong connections and a solid understanding of state and local politics in California. Proven success in engaging with elected officials policymakers the media the public and residents. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Teams). Valid driver’s license transportation and willingness to travel frequently across the region. What Would Be Nice Experience in the energy industry and familiarity with clean energy policies regulations and permitting processes. Experience with customer relationship management tools such as Borealis or Salesforce. No visa sponsorship or any kind of sponsorship for employment authorization is available for this role now or in the future. LI-Hybrid The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location skills relevant and demonstrated experience education training and certifications and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus subject to personal and company performance goals. Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations $125000 $160000 USD Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy Inc. our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states including 9.1 GW of wind solar and battery energy storage assets and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver Houston Phoenix Princeton and San Diego. For more information visit clearwayenergygroup.com. Our Commitment to Diversity Equity & Inclusion Clearway Energy Group’s vision is a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy Inc. our portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states including 9.1 GW of wind solar and battery energy storage assets and over 2.8 GW of flexible dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver Houston Phoenix Princeton and San Diego. For more information visit clearwayenergygroup.com. Working at Clearway Hybrid Together Here at Clearway we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing corporate new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco San Diego Scottsdale Houston Denver & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn build community get to know one another & enjoy company-provided meals & events. Our site-based employees collaborate in-person daily to keep our locations operating safely and efficiently while fostering strong relationships within their local communities. Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent knowledge experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities women individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans. What We Provide Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits generous PTO medical dental & vision care HSAs with company contributions health FSAs dependent daycare FSAs commuter benefits relocation & a 401(k) plan with employer match a variety of life & accident insurances fertility programs adoption assistance generous parental leave tuition reimbursement & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits visit our

Benefits

Website Notice to Applicants Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process please send an e-mail to recruiting@clearwayenergy.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. All official communication regarding this position will come only from an email address ending with @clearwayenergy.com. If you receive outreach from any other email address claiming to represent Clearway Energy please do not respond as it is fraudulent. Notice to California Applicants Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees.