Director of Federal & Political Affairs

Vistra Corporate Services Company Job Opportunity

The position is a dual role consisting of 1) managing the federal affairs program and 2) managing and administering administration the political action committees on behalf of Vistra Energy and its operating companies. For Federal Affairs, the individual at the direction of the Sr. VP, will execute the federal agenda, and advocate Vistra's legislative policies in conjunction with the company's lobby team in Washington, DC. The position requires a strong relationship management component with the US Congress, congressional staff and in state district congressional offices and an ability to advance the company's political relationships. For Political Affairs, the individual will recruit, train and lead PAC steering committee leadership, create and mobilize employee grassroots program in support of overall public affairs objectives, direct fundraising strategies, candidate outreach, voter and election activities, and reinforcing Vistra values through employee participation in the political arena.
Key Accountabilities
Communicate with team of federal lobbyists; Collaborate across company divisions including operating units, finance, legal, regulatory and communications
Serve as liaison between Vistra and federal policy-related associations and political organizations; Adhere to and manage federal lobbying activities and reporting
Manage budget and.5 FTE support person
Manage three political action committees
Increase employee involvement and financial commitment
Adhere to compliance requirements at federal/state level including the Texas Election Commission and Federal Elections Commission
Develop the financial budget for the PAC program, monitor and report as necessary to Vistra leadership; Oversee the PAC websites and separate administrative systems
Manage events; Develop network of company PAC executives both within industry and throughout state/communities.
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
10 years of government and/or political affairs experience including but not limited to legislative staff work or serving as an officeholder, government relations management, or public policy
Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Travel requirement of 25% to Washington, DC and across state of Texas
Excellent written and oral communications skills are required.
Fundraising and community relations experience a plus.
Key Metrics
Passage or defeat of key legislative initiatives
Increase in PAC participation: employee count and financial metrics
Adherence to all required ethics and compliance regulations
Advancing political relationships on behalf of Vistra Energy
Supporting key regulatory, legal and financial agendas within a political context
Serving in leadership capacities within various corporate political affairs
Job Family
Public/Gov Rels/Comms