Overview

When you join Suburban Propane, you become a part of a dynamic company that has been serving its employees and customers for nearly 100 years. We have an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Manager, Government Affairs to be located at our Whippany, NJ headquarters.

 

As the Sr. Manager, Government Affairs you will plan, direct, and execute the Company’s government affairs work and lead the Company’s advocacy strategies. You will also serve as an advisor to internal and external stakeholders, and provide strategic political, government affairs, and advocacy analysis to the Executive Management Team.

 

If you have a talent for navigating legislative and regulatory landscapes while driving impactful advocacy strategies, then we invite you to apply and lead the government affairs and advocacy efforts for Suburban Propane.

Responsibilities

• Lead the government affairs and advocacy efforts across the Company’s operational footprint by monitoring legislative and regulatory activities and their potential impact on the Company
• Develop and maintain key relationships with state and local policymakers and influencers which includes representing the Company’s commitment to the highest possible integrity and ethical practices and lobbying for advancements that align with the Company’s long-term growth strategy
• Partner with other internal departments to identify potential legislative or regulatory issues impacting the Company, leverage resources in policy engagements to maximize the impact of state advocacy efforts and advance Company government affairs and public relations objectives
• Understand and communicate key industry issues and trends, and recommend strategies to ensure that the Company’s public policy objectives and messaging have the greatest possible impact
• Support the development of strategic government affairs communications for the Company; including the advancement of consistent messages across Company platforms.

Why join the Suburban Propane team? Because we care about the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our employees and provide them with competitive pay plus incentive potential and an outstanding benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment)
• Paid time off that increases with tenure
• A 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• A new employee training program and many opportunities for continued learning and career development
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee recognition program
• Generous tuition assistance program
• Propane discounts, and more!

For eligibility and a full list of our benefit offerings please visit: https://jobs.suburbanpropane.com/benefits/ .

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Government or Political Science, or JD degree from an ABA accredited law school preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in government, politics, government relations, and/or public affairs

 

As part of our pre-employment hiring process, background checks and drug screens are performed.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

 

Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. ("Suburban Propane") is a publicly traded master limited partnership listed on the New York Stock Exchange.  Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban Propane has been in the customer service business since 1928 and is a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas ("RNG"), fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and producer of and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, servicing the energy needs of approximately 1 million residential, commercial, governmental, industrial and agricultural customers through approximately 700 locations across 42 states.  Suburban Propane is supported by three core pillars: (1) Suburban Commitment – showcasing Suburban Propane's nearly 100-year legacy, and ongoing commitment to the highest standards for dependability, flexibility, and reliability that underscores Suburban Propane's commitment to excellence in customer service; (2) SuburbanCares – highlighting continued dedication to giving back to local communities across Suburban Propane's national footprint; and (3) Go Green with Suburban Propane – promoting the clean burning and versatile nature of propane and renewable propane as a bridge to a green energy future and investing in the next generation of innovative, renewable energy alternatives.  For additional information on Suburban Propane, please visit www.suburbanpropane.com.

 

It’s an amazing time to become a part of our team as we expand our national footprint and make strides toward a sustainable, clean energy future!

 

 

At Suburban Propane, we know that our strength comes from our diverse and inclusive team of employees who make a difference in the communities we serve across the country every day. All applicants for employment shall be considered without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

 

For more information about our hiring process, please visit: https://jobs.suburbanpropane.com/our-hiring-process/