Legislative Affairs Director

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.