Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.Reporting to the Senior Director, Northern Florida/Alabama, Government & Community Affairs (“GCA”), District 2, this role has responsibility for local governmental policy and advocacy matters for Northern Alabama. This person will assist in developing and implementing city legislative strategies, monitors ordinances, and assists in facilitation of state and local government-facing business initiatives. This role will coordinate with the state lead on state and local membership organizations. Assists with corporate initiatives and works with state GCA to coordinate community affairs activities.
CORE RESPONSIBLITIES:
Assistin developingand implementingcitygovernment advocacystrategies,monitoringordinances, andlocal government affairsactivities
Assistin buildingstrategies and tactics toeffectivelyadvocate company prioritiesatall levels of local government.
Develop andmaintainrelationships with government representatives and regulators at the local level. Travel to attend meetings, hearings, or other events torepresentthe company.
Negotiate franchise agreements and rights of way agreements with local government municipalities as well as solving challenges related to franchise andpermittingissues.
Monitorlocallegislativeactivity affecting ComcastNBCUniversalbusinessinterests.Work closely with the HQ SharedServicesPolicy team toreview ordinances and receive policy direction from subject matter experts.Execute advocacy strategies and tactics based on the company’s policy guidance.
Assistin facilitation of state and local government-facing business initiatives
Provide guidance and support at all management levels to ensure consistent and soundlocalgovernment policy and enhance communication withlocalofficialsatall levels ofgovernment.
Assistin coordinationwiththeSenior Directoron all franchisingactivities across the state.
Assistwith the resolution ofcomplex and/or difficult franchise renewals, franchise transfers,and franchise non-compliance issues.
Assistwithcorporate initiatives and work withstateGCA to coordinate community affairs activities.
Develop relationships onbehalf ofComcastwithlocalandregionalpowerproviders
Develop relationshipson behalf of Comcastwithcoalition and industry trade associationsandregional andlocalChambersofCommerce
Other duties as assigned.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiaritywithkeyareas oftechnology and/ortelecommunications policy
Progressively responsible experience ingovernment affairsrelated disciplines working withcity councils, mayors,legislators, government agencies, political campaigns, orassociations with recent experience
Strong teamplayer and willingnesstoassistdepartment in various tasks.
Ability tomanagemultipledeadlines andpriorities andpossessgoodorganizationskills.
Ability tomaintainconfidentiality and represent Comcast in a positive, professional manner.
Ability to build relationshipsas well aswork collaboratively to build consensus and positive buy-insupport for initiatives.
Strong presentation and communication skills, able to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization both in written and oral form.
Proven project management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Exceptional time management and strong eye for detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Travel required:25-30%
EDUCATION LEVEL:Bachelor’s degree
YEARS EXPERIENCE:5+ years related experience.
Employees at all levels are expected to:
Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Skills
Communication, Government Affairs, Government Relations, Prioritization, Relationship Building, Work Collaboratively
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Education
Bachelor's DegreeWhile possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
Certifications (if applicable)
Relevant Work Experience
7-10 YearsComcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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