Job Number:
HC-05218
Date Posted:
April 17, 2026
Position Title:
WGL – Public Affairs Lead (MD)
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
AltaGas
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$137,000 to $199,475 per year
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Represents the interests of Washington Gas before state and local governments in assigned jurisdictions and key local and regional business and trade organizations.Conducts legislative and policy analysis to determine impact on the company and develops public policy strategies.Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Business Administration, or related field required
Responsibilities:
• Conducts legislative and policy analysis to determine impact on the company and develops public policy strategies.
• Coordinates the day-to-day execution of approved advocacy strategies before local legislative and executive branch audiences and MD to influence desired business outcomes.
• Establishes and maintains key state and local public policy and business relationships for the Company.
• Develops strategies which may lead to new business opportunities for Washington Gas business units.
• Networks with pertinent business organizations and industry advocates to anticipate and advise on emerging public policy issues and trends that may impact Washington Gas at the state and local government levels.
• Keeps abreast of and disseminates information concerning state and local public policy and business initiatives affecting the Company.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Business Administration, or related field required
• Master’s Degree preferred
• 7+ years’ experience in state and community relations required
• Demonstrated working knowledge of federal, state, and local legislative processes
• Proven ability to use computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office, to share, retrieve, research, and present business information
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate successfully with state and community leaders to achieve desired business outcomes
Instructions:
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AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide affordable energy to our customers.
