Alliant Energy (NYSE: LNT) is a Fortune 1000 mid-cap electric and gas utility with an excellent reputation, a track record of success and a solid foundation for aggressive, intelligent short and long-term growth plans.

Alliant Energy has an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Public Affairs Manager to be located at our corporate headquarters located in Madison, Wisconsin.  This dynamic position will be responsible for employee public affairs involvement, communication and advocacy on public policy matters within the company and with external organizations.  The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4-5 years of experience in professional advocacy and communications experience  It is also preferred that this candidate has experience working with the Wisconsin legislature or state agencies.  If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online at www.alliantenergy.com/careers by May 8th, 2010.

Position Summary/Accountabilities:

Develops and maintains strategic grassroots and political action/involvement programs for Alliant Energy to encourage employee, retiree and shareowner awareness and involvement in the political and governmental process.  Develops the lobbying and legislative strategy communications materials on issues that cross state and federal jurisdictions and develops tools to improve internal communication on legislative issues. 

Job Functions:

Works with state and federal lobbyists to coordinate the development of lobbying, communications and legislative strategy materials such that Alliant Energy¿s position and strategy are clear and a consistent position on key issues is conveyed in each jurisdiction

Represents the Company to the state government on proposed legislation that is of vital concern to Alliant Energy and its customers

Develops and maintains credible and professional relationships with legislatures

Develops and maintains policies and procedures to ensure the Company¿s awareness of federal, state and local legislation and its impact on Alliant Energy

Manages the development of public/government affairs activities and their integration into overall departmental programs to develop effective employee, customer, public and shareowner relations

Develops an employee and retiree education plan to stimulate political understanding and interest through the political involvement program (EPAN).  Arranges for internal and external meetings to promote and encourage EPAN membership

Arranges, advertises and coordinates brown bag lunches and other group activities with employees, retirees or shareowners to educate them on current legislative initiatives affecting Alliant Energy.

During election years creates promotional communications, delivered through a variety of media, to increase voter awareness/registration and to encourage employees to vote.

All other duties as assigned

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

Physical requirements include sitting for great periods of time, talking in front of groups, finger dexterity, hearing and seeing. Environmental requirements include working indoors.

Technical/Job Skill Qualifications:

The candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications, and have demonstrated the following technical or job skills:

Education or experience equivalent to a four year degree from an accredited college or university

A minimum of five years technical and/or professional experience

Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management) preferred

Ability to work in a diverse work environment

Must have the ability to travel including possible out of town and overnight travel by air or land.

Possession of a valid driver's license. 

Disclaimer:  The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.  The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation.  To apply for this challenging opportunity, please complete the online application, including resume and salary requirements at www.alliantenergy.com/careers no later than May 8^th, 2010.

A core corporate value of Alliant Energy is to be a responsible corporate citizen, caring for the environment and the communities where we do business and encouraging diversity in our employee and supplier ranks, we recognize, respect and appreciate the valuable and different perspectives that each of us bring to the work environment, our company and our customers.

All job seekers must apply on-line at www.alliantenergy.com/careers in order to be considered for any employment opportunity at Alliant Energy. If you need assistance completing this application because of a medical condition that may qualify as a disability under the American Disabilities Act, please contact 608.458.8458 to request a reasonable accommodation.  You may be asked to provide documentation to support your request.  Thank you for your interest in career opportunities at Alliant Energy Corporation.