CAPPS, Inc.
PUC, External Affairs Chief (Deputy Director III)
CAPPS, Inc., Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Description
The Public Utility Commission of Texas: Your Gateway to a Fulfilling Career!
The Public Utility Commission regulates the state's electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implementing respective legislation and offering customer assistance in resolving customer complaints.
Join a Team Dedicated to Public Service
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of Texans? We are committed to building a diverse and highly skilled workforce. Our team boasts a wide range of expertise, from legal and engineering professionals to dedicated administrative staff. What unites us is our dedication to serving the public and our commitment to protecting customers, fostering competition, and promoting high quality utility infrastructure
Make a Difference with Us
We recognize the importance of motivated and knowledgeable staff to accomplish our critical mission. If you're eager to contribute to ensuring compliance within the electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities, we want to hear from you! A career at the PUC will not only expand your professional horizons but also make you part of a highly motivated, technically skilled, and supportive team environment.
Competitive Benefits Package
In addition to a positive and family-friendly work culture, the PUC offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees.
For a detailed overview, please visit https://www.puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Benefits.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!
DIVISION
- EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
POSITION TYPE
-
This is a hybrid position and is eligible for telecommuting up to four (4) days a week
The Executive Director's division is comprised of the Executive Director's Office, Deputy Executive Director's Office and External Affairs.
External Affairs is seeking an
External Affairs Chief
who has a desire to work in the utility regulatory industry, with a strong initiative, and would like to expand their knowledge, skills and experience performing highly advanced public relations, communications, and external affairs strategy development, coordination, and managerial work.Work involves specialized knowledge of government relations and communications, state government, strategic planning, and state agency administration.Work closely with the executive director on the day-to-day operations of the external-facing divisions of the agency.Work includes organizing, planning, and coordinating division operations and external communications to achieve maximum efficiency in the operations of the Commission.Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have the following required minimum qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university, with an emphasis in business, public administration, communications, public relations, or related field, or graduate degree in business, law, communications, public relations, or related field;Seven (7) years' experience in communications, government relations, public relations, external affairs, or related field; andSeven (7) years' experience in a position responsible for managing or supervising the work of others.Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in strategic planning, rapid response communications, and process improvement.Experience in in communications, government relations, public relations, and external affairs.VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) or additional duties that fall in the fields listed in the below link who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply.
The MOS codes applicable to this position can be accessed at:
Military Crosswalk for External Affairs Chief
If you qualify for a Veteran Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation with your State of Texas Application. Documentation must be provided before a Veteran Preference can be granted. Required documentation is as follows: Veteran - DD Form 214; Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300; Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty - Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300.
A detailed job description can be viewed on our website:
https://puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Jobs
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
The salary of an ERS Retiree or non-contributing member may be 6% less than the recommended salary.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
Applications must contain complete job histories, which includes:
Job titleDates of employmentName of employer
Supervisor's name and phone numberDescription of duties performed that demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position applying forNote: Resumes do not take the place of this required information and applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
The experience (jobs and dates of employment) on the resume and CAPPS State of Texas Application must match, otherwise, the application will be considered incomplete.
The Division is requesting the following documents be submitted with the State of Texas CAPPS Application:
ResumeWhen submitting your documents, make sure to mark them as
"relevant."
Incomplete applications will not be considered
.
As part of the PUC's recruiting process, reference checks with previous employers will be conducted for any candidate being considered for employment. All applicants must complete and attach the PUC Authorization for Prior Employer to Release Information form with their application. The form can be found on: ApplicantReleaseFormWebsiteLink
WORK IN TEXAS APPLICANTS
To apply for the position, it is best to go to the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System to submit your application by going to https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl and select our agency, Public Utility Commission of Texas, from the "Company/Agency" list.
If applying through Work In Texas (WIT) you will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting. An automated email from the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System will be sent to your email on file in WIT with additional instructions.
REMARKS
All information provided in connection with an application for employment must be true and complete, and any misstatement, falsification, or omission of information may be grounds for refusal to hire or, if hired, termination.If required for position, licensure as a Professional Engineer or to practice law in Texas will be verified on the selected candidate through either the Professional Board of Engineers or the State Bar of Texas.A satisfactory driving record is required for driving a state or personal vehicle to conduct agency business. Selected candidates will have their driving record evaluated in accordance with the Commission's Traffic Safety policy.For males born on or after January 1, 1960, the PUC will verify proof of Selective Service registration through the online Selective Service System. Any males born after January 1, 1960 who are not registered will need to provide proof of exemption from the Selective Service registration requirement.The Public Utility Commission participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.The Public Utility Regulatory Act imposes certain restrictions on PUC employees' investments, professional activities, and relationships with regard to "public utilities," as defined by Texas Utilities Code § 11.004. Most PUC employees cannot be an officer, employee, or consultant of a "trade association," and may not be married to an officer, manager, or paid consultant of a "trade association." (See Tex. Util. Code § 12.153.) The trade associations to which this restriction apply are defined in Texas Utilities Code § 11.003(21), and are limited to electric or telecommunications industry-related associations. (The trade association restrictions do not apply to employees who are eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act.)PUC employees are prohibited from having a pecuniary interest in a public utility, a public utility affiliate, or "a person a significant portion of whose business consists of furnishing goods or services to public utilities or affiliates." (Tex. Util. Code § 12.154(a)(1).) A pecuniary interest is a financial interest and includes investments, such as ownership or stock holdings, or interest as an officer, director, partner, employee, attorney, or consultant. However, it does not include interests "held indirectly by ownership of an interest in a retirement system, institution, or fund that in the normal course of business invests in diverse securities independently" of your control. (Tex. Util. Code § 12.154(g).)The PUC has a Post-Employment Restriction - details furnished upon request.The PUC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and recruits, hires, trains, and promotes into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or participation in protected activity. Female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
The Public Utility Commission of Texas: Your Gateway to a Fulfilling Career!
The Public Utility Commission regulates the state's electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implementing respective legislation and offering customer assistance in resolving customer complaints.
Join a Team Dedicated to Public Service
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of Texans? We are committed to building a diverse and highly skilled workforce. Our team boasts a wide range of expertise, from legal and engineering professionals to dedicated administrative staff. What unites us is our dedication to serving the public and our commitment to protecting customers, fostering competition, and promoting high quality utility infrastructure
Make a Difference with Us
We recognize the importance of motivated and knowledgeable staff to accomplish our critical mission. If you're eager to contribute to ensuring compliance within the electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities, we want to hear from you! A career at the PUC will not only expand your professional horizons but also make you part of a highly motivated, technically skilled, and supportive team environment.
Competitive Benefits Package
In addition to a positive and family-friendly work culture, the PUC offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees.
For a detailed overview, please visit https://www.puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Benefits.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!
DIVISION
- EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
POSITION TYPE
-
This is a hybrid position and is eligible for telecommuting up to four (4) days a week
The Executive Director's division is comprised of the Executive Director's Office, Deputy Executive Director's Office and External Affairs.
External Affairs is seeking an
External Affairs Chief
who has a desire to work in the utility regulatory industry, with a strong initiative, and would like to expand their knowledge, skills and experience performing highly advanced public relations, communications, and external affairs strategy development, coordination, and managerial work.Work involves specialized knowledge of government relations and communications, state government, strategic planning, and state agency administration.Work closely with the executive director on the day-to-day operations of the external-facing divisions of the agency.Work includes organizing, planning, and coordinating division operations and external communications to achieve maximum efficiency in the operations of the Commission.Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have the following required minimum qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university, with an emphasis in business, public administration, communications, public relations, or related field, or graduate degree in business, law, communications, public relations, or related field;Seven (7) years' experience in communications, government relations, public relations, external affairs, or related field; andSeven (7) years' experience in a position responsible for managing or supervising the work of others.Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in strategic planning, rapid response communications, and process improvement.Experience in in communications, government relations, public relations, and external affairs.VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) or additional duties that fall in the fields listed in the below link who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply.
The MOS codes applicable to this position can be accessed at:
Military Crosswalk for External Affairs Chief
If you qualify for a Veteran Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation with your State of Texas Application. Documentation must be provided before a Veteran Preference can be granted. Required documentation is as follows: Veteran - DD Form 214; Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300; Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty - Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300.
A detailed job description can be viewed on our website:
https://puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Jobs
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
The salary of an ERS Retiree or non-contributing member may be 6% less than the recommended salary.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
Applications must contain complete job histories, which includes:
Job titleDates of employmentName of employer
Supervisor's name and phone numberDescription of duties performed that demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position applying forNote: Resumes do not take the place of this required information and applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
The experience (jobs and dates of employment) on the resume and CAPPS State of Texas Application must match, otherwise, the application will be considered incomplete.
The Division is requesting the following documents be submitted with the State of Texas CAPPS Application:
ResumeWhen submitting your documents, make sure to mark them as
"relevant."
Incomplete applications will not be considered
.
As part of the PUC's recruiting process, reference checks with previous employers will be conducted for any candidate being considered for employment. All applicants must complete and attach the PUC Authorization for Prior Employer to Release Information form with their application. The form can be found on: ApplicantReleaseFormWebsiteLink
WORK IN TEXAS APPLICANTS
To apply for the position, it is best to go to the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System to submit your application by going to https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl and select our agency, Public Utility Commission of Texas, from the "Company/Agency" list.
If applying through Work In Texas (WIT) you will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting. An automated email from the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System will be sent to your email on file in WIT with additional instructions.
REMARKS
All information provided in connection with an application for employment must be true and complete, and any misstatement, falsification, or omission of information may be grounds for refusal to hire or, if hired, termination.If required for position, licensure as a Professional Engineer or to practice law in Texas will be verified on the selected candidate through either the Professional Board of Engineers or the State Bar of Texas.A satisfactory driving record is required for driving a state or personal vehicle to conduct agency business. Selected candidates will have their driving record evaluated in accordance with the Commission's Traffic Safety policy.For males born on or after January 1, 1960, the PUC will verify proof of Selective Service registration through the online Selective Service System. Any males born after January 1, 1960 who are not registered will need to provide proof of exemption from the Selective Service registration requirement.The Public Utility Commission participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.The Public Utility Regulatory Act imposes certain restrictions on PUC employees' investments, professional activities, and relationships with regard to "public utilities," as defined by Texas Utilities Code § 11.004. Most PUC employees cannot be an officer, employee, or consultant of a "trade association," and may not be married to an officer, manager, or paid consultant of a "trade association." (See Tex. Util. Code § 12.153.) The trade associations to which this restriction apply are defined in Texas Utilities Code § 11.003(21), and are limited to electric or telecommunications industry-related associations. (The trade association restrictions do not apply to employees who are eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act.)PUC employees are prohibited from having a pecuniary interest in a public utility, a public utility affiliate, or "a person a significant portion of whose business consists of furnishing goods or services to public utilities or affiliates." (Tex. Util. Code § 12.154(a)(1).) A pecuniary interest is a financial interest and includes investments, such as ownership or stock holdings, or interest as an officer, director, partner, employee, attorney, or consultant. However, it does not include interests "held indirectly by ownership of an interest in a retirement system, institution, or fund that in the normal course of business invests in diverse securities independently" of your control. (Tex. Util. Code § 12.154(g).)The PUC has a Post-Employment Restriction - details furnished upon request.The PUC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and recruits, hires, trains, and promotes into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or participation in protected activity. Female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.