Sunflower, a generation and transmission utility serving central and western Kansas, is currently looking to hire a Legislative Affairs Director in the Topeka, KS area. We’re looking for a driven and strategic individual to represent and advocate for the interests of Sunflower and our Member cooperatives before state and federal legislative bodies.
Opportunities:
- Attend and participate in legislative activities while developing relationships with policymakers, industry partners, and stakeholders.
- Represent Sunflower and our Member cooperatives in industry organizations, coalitions, and working groups.
- Design and lead initiatives to support beneficial legislation and advance strategic interests through targeted advocacy.
- Receive our outstanding benefits, including a company-funded pension and low health insurance premiums!
- Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, law, business administration, communications or related field and seven years’ experience in state and/or federal lobbying, government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, or regulatory advocacy; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must currently be or become a Registered Kansas Lobbyist within the first six months.
Please see the Responsibility Outline for a full list of responsibilities and Mental and Physical Requirements: Legislative Affairs Director
Sunflower Electric Power Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disabled persons.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, law, business administration, communications or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) with seven years' experience in lobbying, government relations, legislative affairs, public policy, or regulatory advocacy.
- Must currently be or become a Registered Kansas Lobbyist within the first six months.
What We Do
Sunflower is a renewable energy company specializing in the development, financing, construction, and operation of renewable energy and energy storage projects. They provide comprehensive generation systems, including solar and wind power installations for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, as well as global green energy and photovoltaic solar services designed to optimize energy availability and management.
