WM

Senior Area Manager – Public and Government Affairs

WM

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Denver • Colorado • United States

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Salary

💰 $137,000 - $200,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Responsible for the research, development, planning and implementation of the strategies and programs that will enhance WM's relations with the community, the public, governmental and regulatory authorities, shareholders and employees
  • Coordinate with Public Sector and Sales and determine action steps that eliminate overlap and identified opportunities
  • Manages government and regulatory affairs, including lobbying before state legislatures and elected officials
  • Analyzes and implements strategic plans to impact proposed legislation, regulations, or local ordinances in favor of WM
  • Directs lobbyists and PR personnel on strategy to convey the Company’s position
  • Develops communication materials and resources including media and outreach materials, advertising, writing/editing newsletters, speeches, and presentations to promote greater awareness and understanding of WM business and operations
  • Works with marketing and advertising personnel to identify opportunities to increase company visibility
  • Develops contacts and relationships with media representatives to create opportunities for keeping the company in front of public and the trade
  • Creates and coordinates execution of district community relations plans including grassroots initiatives, charitable donations, local government affairs, media relations and communications to support expansions and project development
  • Directs WM response to business issues or events that will impact the public
  • Works with district/business unit managers to develop and promote community relations programs including business and education programs
  • Manages communication costs

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Public Affairs/Relations, Business Administration or similar area of study
  • Twelve or more years previous government affairs and public relations experience
Benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company match on 401K
  • Paid Vacation
  • Holidays
  • Personal Days

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
strategic planninggovernment affairspublic relationslobbyingcommunication materials developmentmedia relationscommunity relationscharitable donations managementproject developmentbusiness education program promotion
Soft skills
relationship buildingcoordinationanalytical skillsleadershipcommunicationpublic speakingwritingeditingstrategic thinkingproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in Public Affairs/RelationsBachelor's Degree in Business Administration