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"We care about our customers & our employees, our business & our communities future." Julia — Corporate Support - M&P Manager "We have an opportunity to make an impact at all levels & have fun doing it."
"We care about our customers & our employees, our business & our communities future."
"We have an opportunity to make an impact at all levels & have fun doing it."
Lead our business with your boldest ideas.
At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. In this role, your strategic vision will help advance public policy priorities, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and support initiatives that connect customers and communities through innovative solutions.
Overall Purpose:
This role supports strategic communications and stakeholder engagement efforts to advance the organization’s public policy objectives. The position plays a key role in analyzing policy issues, building external relationships, representing the company in the community, and supporting advocacy initiatives.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Policy Analysis and Legislative Advocacy: Analyze legislation, regulatory developments, and public policy issues affecting the business. Advocate for the company’s policy priorities in public hearings and in meetings with state legislators, regulators, and staff.
Stakeholder and Community Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community organizations, and third-party coalitions. Represent the company on local boards and commissions and serve as a visible ambassador in communities the company serves.
Event Coordination and Community Relations: Plan and manage community events that foster engagement among local stakeholders, elected officials, and community members. Promote company initiatives and help address constituent and community concerns.
Cross-Functional Support and Special Projects: Support activities related to Political Action Committee (PAC) engagement, internal collaboration, strategy development, lobbying efforts, negotiations, grant management, and other public policy or community-focused initiatives as needed.
Other Duties as Assigned: Contribute to additional projects and responsibilities in support of business and organizational priorities.
Job Contribution:
This role is suited for an experienced professional recognized for deep subject matter expertise and the ability to resolve complex issues creatively and strategically. The individual leads significant projects with a high degree of autonomy, influences executive-level decisions, and contributes to long-term plans with meaningful organizational impact. This position also mentors less experienced team members and collaborates frequently with senior leadership.
Supervisor: No
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) preferred
5+ years of related experience required
Relevant certification may be required in certain areas
Our Lead External Affairs earns between $116,700 - $175,100 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training. Must reside in the Portland, OR area.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories,
AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility. Apply today!
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It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
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