Individual shall identify and allocate resources and actively execute a strategy to stop negative, and to pass positive legislation and regulations. The position reports to the VP Government Relations, but the individual will be working closely with corporate and regional facility management, business development and environmental divisions to clarify issues and develop strategies to help increase corporate revenues.
Daily responsibilities will include identifying and analyzing proposed legislation or regulations, preparing position papers, testimony and correspondence to promote Covanta's positions on proposed policies. The individual will be directing the activities of state contract lobbyists, representing the company in meetings before legislators, regulators, trade associations, legislative organization (e.g. NCSL and others), building and maintaining a network of legislative support for the industry, and testifying before various state committees. The individual will attend conferences, fundraisers and other events around the country.
The qualified candidate must have a minimum of 7 to 10 years experience in the area of state government relations, and have strong analytical, written and oral communications skills. The position requires an individual capable of working in a fast paced and diverse environment. The individual must be able to travel extensively and maintain a flexible schedule. Additional qualifications include a strong ability to interpret information, make decisions and follow through on ideas; to multi-task and work independently; and a high degree of self-motivation and initiative.
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 06/08/09
