Government & Community Relations Manager II

Duke Energy Corporation

. Build and manage relationships with state and local elected and appointed officials .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeFayetteville • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing governmental and community relationships, with strong political acumen and the ability to navigate complex issues within the utility industry. Proficient in negotiation, issue resolution, and developing strategic community relations programs.

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Government Relations ManagementCommunity Relations StrategyPolitical AcumenNegotiation SkillsFinancial Acumen

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Hard Skills

Bachelor’s DegreeRelevant Professional ExperienceLocal Government ExperienceUtility Industry KnowledgeIssue Resolution

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationJudgmentRelationship Management

Industry Keywords

Natural Gas SystemsFranchise AgreementsPublic Policy MonitoringStakeholder CommunicationPhilanthropic Strategies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and manage relationships with state and local elected and appointed officials
Manage governmental, business, and community relationships across Piedmont Natural Gas Company's service territory
Represent the Company in industry, association, and chamber organizations
Monitor political climate and public policy issues affecting the Company
Evaluate proposed ordinances, legislation, taxes, fees, service charges, and other governmental actions
Manage franchise agreements for municipalities served by the Company
Facilitate business planning with targeted municipalities and counties
Identify, develop plans for, and resolve complex or sensitive issues affecting Piedmont
Serve as lead negotiator and decision-maker on state and local issues
Serve as a media spokesperson on community issues
Develop local philanthropic strategies, budgets, and community relations programs
Develop external education and advocacy strategies supporting Company positions
Maintain working knowledge of natural gas systems, customer facilities, equipment, and gas needs
Establish communication and education channels with customers and stakeholders
Prepare and present information about emerging issues to customers and associations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Communication, Finance or other related degree and minimum seven (7) years relevant professional experience
In lieu of degree: High School/GED and 10 years relevant professional experience
Minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience, including at least one year of direct experience in local government and community relations within the utility industry
Demonstrated experience building and managing relationships with government, business, community, or other external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex issues, exercise sound judgment, and work effectively across organizational functions
Strong political acumen and ability to navigate dynamic state and local political environments to advance Company business objectives
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, negotiation, and issue-resolution skills
Strong financial and business acumen
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Must live within a reasonable commute to a designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way
Must report to the assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Competitive pay and benefits
Hybrid work arrangement
Duke Energy Foundation, community development and business enhancement funds for community programs
5–15% travel requirements
Relocation assistance not provided