Public Affairs Specialist

Overview: The Public Affairs Specialist will be an integral member of the Public Affairs team, responsible for supporting state and local government relations, political advocacy, stakeholder outreach and public affairs efforts for existing Kinder Morgan assets as well as expansion and maintenance projects nationwide. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Overview:

The Public Affairs Specialist will be an integral member of the Public Affairs team, responsible for supporting state and local government relations, political advocacy, stakeholder outreach and public affairs efforts for existing Kinder Morgan assets as well as expansion and maintenance projects nationwide.

 

Responsibilities:

• Supporting comprehensive public affairs outreach programs on expansion and maintenance projects
• Corresponding with federal, state and local units of government, NGO’s and stakeholder organizations
• Analyzing state legislation and administrative rules and drafting internal briefing documents
• Monitoring and analyzing state political developments
• Applying research techniques and analytical methods to formulate background reports and memoranda on issues, policies and units of government from rough drafts or general instruction
• Serving as a public affairs department representative during regular project calls and meetings
• Representing Kinder Morgan at trade and industry organization meetings and calls
• Coordinating meeting logistics with third parties and drafting briefing materials
• Developing, writing and updating public corporate materials including fact sheets, brochures, PowerPoint presentations and social media posts

Interacting with external stakeholders

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Relations, Communications, Business, and/or other related field

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• 3-5 years experience preferred in Public Affairs, Government Relations, sales/customer service, or in the office of an elected official.

Certifications. Licenses, Registrations:

• Possess and maintain a valid state driver's license

Competencies, Skilla and Abilities:

• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills with a solid orientation to fine details
• Be a self-starter with strong time management skills and ability to effectively multi-task
• Familiarity and experience with U.S. politics and structures of government (state and federal)
• Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office; PowerPoint, Word and Excel

Physical Demands:

• N/A

Working Conditions:

• Position is based in Kinder Morgan’s Houston headquarters and may require occasional travel

Supervisory Responisibility:

• N/A

Why Join Kinder Morgan:

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

 

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

 

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.