Marathon Petroleum

State Government Affairs Manager - Texas & Oklahoma

LocationHouston, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.


POSITION SUMMARY:

Advocates for Marathon Petroleum in Texas and Oklahoma through coordinated stakeholder outreach and the development of strong relationships with state and local government officials. This position, based in Houston, TX, serves as the primary interface with various state, county, and local government entities and regulatory agencies, and acts as a liaison to key trade associations, business groups, and community stakeholders.

The preferred location for this role is MPC’s Houston office, but other MPC locations may be considered.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as the primary liaison with state and local governments across Texas and Oklahoma, representing all Marathon Petroleum operations, including refining, logistics, and the company’s significant and rapidly growing natural gas midstream gathering assets in the Permian Basin.
Manages state public policy issues, legislation and regulations. Represents Company interests through interaction with key elected officials and local agencies and associations.
Develops and implements public policy strategies supporting business goals and promoting positive reputational image within the region
Coordinates and ensures active participation in business trade organizations that enhance public policy interests at the state and local level.
Provides communication support on public policy issues. Acts as liaison between local operational entities and leadership team relative to local public policy issues.
Establishes and implements an approach to aid grassroots constituency-building efforts.
Coordinates with the Community Relations Specialist to support the development and implementation of a consistent approach and strategic priorities for community outreach.
Advises management and business leadership of government, community, and media issues. Serves as a advisor to Refinery Leadership Team
Prepares government affairs reports to executive management team.
Coordinates establishment of key policy positions and manages communication to appropriate elected and regulatory officials.
Serves as a member of business trade associations to enhance public policy for the business community.
Keeps abreast of governmental and regulatory issues which may impact business.
Advises management on key legislative and regulatory issues.
Works with stakeholders to find mutually agreeable options for regulations and ordinances that impact our business.
Assists with securing necessary permit and licenses for the businesses
Credible and sought-after thought leader on issues that matter to government and Marathon.
Engages with peers, NGO's, and other relevant stakeholders to address issues of mutual interest
Serves as the Liaison Officer within the Incident Command System (ICS) for emergency response coordination


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Bachelor's degree in public relations, communication, journalism, public policy, engineering or related discipline required.
Minimum 8 years of government, community or public affairs experience required
Experience within refining, marketing, and logistics industry preferred


SKILLS:

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple competing issues concurrently
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Advanced interpersonal skills and proven track record of building strong relationships with individuals across the political and advocacy spectrum
Firm understanding of regulatory and governmental processes
Strong personal integrity and the ability to think strategically
Demonstrated ability to work across business boundaries


TRAVEL EXPECTED: Up to 25%

LOCATION: The preferred location for this role is MPC’s Houston office, but other MPC locations may be considered.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.


Location:


Houston, Texas


Additional locations:


Job Requisition ID:


00016862


Location Address:


500 Dallas St Ste 2900


Education:


Bachelors (Required)


Employee Group:


Full time


Employee Subgroup:


Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant,


click here

.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at


talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com

. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at


https://mympcbenefits.com

.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

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