Director External Affairs

Ft. Wayne, IN

Full Time

Posted October 19, 2026

$137k - $209k

Application opens on company website

Source: Workday View original listing
Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 20, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Utilities
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

10-27-2026

Lead the development of company strategies and policies necessary to build effective community relations, influence public policy, create effective internal and external communications, and participate in the development and delivery of economic development strategies, new technology and energy efficiency programs while achieving excellent customer satisfaction.
Direct/guide staff and consultants to strategically build, maintain and manage key legislative, environmental, regulatory, economic development, community and customer contacts and relationships.
Manage the effective investment of the company's political and community contribution resources.
Manage, coordinate, and facilitate solutions to emerging strategic community and business development issues, such as franchises, service quality, right of way, ordinances, taxes, facility siting, commission complaints, customer complaints, and other environmental and regulatory issues.
Participate and serve in state and community organizations where key leaders are engaged.
Administer and advocate for company's safety programs and initiatives.
Perform other job responsibilities when requested by company leadership.

Demonstrated ability to successfully build strategic internal and external relationships, political acumen, and display strong initiative to direct and manage resources, projects and challenges across business units, committees and task forces (both internal and external to the company).
Demonstrated and successful leadership.
Exceptional oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Travel to various locations required with participation in evening business and community functions (~25%).