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External Affairs Representative III

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Date: Jun 30, 2026

Location: RICHMOND, VA, US, 23294

Company: Dominion Energy

 

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.

 

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. 

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance. 

 

Job Summary

  • Collaborate with government affairs, communications, and business teams to ensure consistent messaging and coordinated outreach.
  • Manage stakeholder engagement efforts involving community leaders, elected officials, business organizations, and advocacy groups.
  • Monitor political, legislative, and regulatory developments that may impact company priorities.
  • Manage relationships with external consultants and advocacy partners to ensure alignment in strategy.
  • Support consistent and effective communication channels with municipal officials, community leaders, and grasstops organizations.
  • Ensure prompt and appropriate company responses to questions/complaints/problems.
  • Support local affairs representatives in securing necessary permits.
  • Assists during any major storm event. May provide leadership to less experienced staff.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

5-6+ years of related experience and demonstrated knowledge of government, public policy, economic development, and communications.

Specific knowledge, skills, abilities and experience include:

  • Excellent writing and public speaking skills.
  • Ability to multi-task, synthesize ideas, and plan strategically.
  • Ability to coordinate work among variety of skill sets.
  • Ability to work well in a grassroots environment.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:  Bachelor

 

Preferred Disciplines:  Political & Public Affairs, Political Science, Mass Communication

 

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above

 

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

 

Export Control


Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law.  Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

 

What You'll Get

 

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

 

$81900 - $106400

 

The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.

 

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance.   To learn more about our benefits, click here:    dombenefits.com.

 

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability. 

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