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Senior Director, Government Affairs

2 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States Optimum Full time $161,186 - $230,265

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today 

We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore – it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.

If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you

We are Optimum

Job Summary

The Senior Director, Government Affairs is a senior leader responsible for overseeing legislative and regulatory affairs and engagement with government officials for Optimum in New York State. In coordination with the New York Government Affairs team, the Senior Director develops and executes comprehensive political, legislative, and regulatory strategies that support and advance the company's business objectives, including high-impact community affairs initiatives. The Senior Director is also accountable for cultivating and strengthening relationships with key federal, state, and local officials.

Responsibilities

  • Government Affairs Leadership

    Build and lead strategic relationships with federal, state, and local government officials, including elected representatives and regulatory agencies. Represent the company at political functions, public hearings, and community events to advance its interests and visibility.

  • Legislative & Regulatory Strategy

    Direct the company's legislative, regulatory, and compliance advocacy in New York State. Lead strategic planning and daily engagement in legislative and regulatory proceedings. Monitor and assess developments that may impact the company, identify key issues, and develop strategic responses. Manage external consultants supporting these efforts.

  • Business Development Support

    Support the development and execution of government strategies that enable and accelerate business initiatives, including permitting for network expansion and upgrades, public-private partnerships, and programming negotiations.

  • Franchise Management

    Oversee franchise negotiations and compliance in New York City. Lead renewal negotiations to secure favorable terms aligned with long-term business goals and city priorities.

  • Community Affairs Strategy

    Implement strategic community affairs initiatives that enhance the company's public image and strengthen relationships with public officials and community leaders. Execute initiatives aligned with political and business objectives.

Qualifications
  • 12+ years experience in  government, government affairs/relations or other advocacy roles 
  • College degree or equivalent experience is required, graduate level degree is preferred
  • Excellent relationship skills, written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Track record of developing and executing strategic advocacy campaigns and driving support for policy outcomes at state or local level
  • Team building skills, including ability to work effectively with colleagues within the advocacy team and with cross-functional business teams.
  • Leadership skills, including ability to advance company interests in venues that require consensus building
  • Flexibility and creativity in problem solving, particularly in negotiations with government officials and agencies
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with federal, state and local government officials
  • Ability to analyze and understand business impact of proposed legislation and regulations at federal, state and local level
  • Working knowledge of NYS regulatory, legislative and municipal processes
  • Ability to plan and execute public affairs activities including events involving public officials

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity. 

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company's discretion based on business necessity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Company collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.

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Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $161, $230,265.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.  Please note that at this time, we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.