Posted: 1/15/2025
Location: St. Helens, OR

Job Summary

Working independently and collaboratively with others, this position plays an integral role in executing CRPUD’s mission, philosophy, and commitment to providing safe, reliable power to our community and exceptional service to our internal and external customers.

Monitor and coordinate community and government affairs for CRPUD. Develop, coordinate, and manage the implementation of projects and initiatives that advance CRPUD’s regulatory compliance objectives and goals.  

How to Apply

You may visit our office in Deer Island to pick up an application packet, call us at (503) 397-1844 to have an application packet mailed to you, or download a complete application packet on our website at www.crpud.net/jobs.

Complete and submit a CRPUD Employment Application, the Supplemental Questions for the Regional Affairs/Project Support Specialist position, and Veteran’s Preference (as applicable) to:

Human Resources Department
Columbia River PUD
PO Box 1193
St. Helens, OR 97051
Fax: (503) 366-6501
Email: jobs@crpud.org

Incomplete and/or late applications will not be considered.

If you require accommodation to participate in our application process, please contact Human Resources at (503) 397-1844. Columbia River PUD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, age, uniformed/military service or veterans’ status, marital status, use of the workers’ compensation system, expunged juvenile records, or any other protected status or activity in accordance with applicable law. Veteran’s preference is available by completing the Veteran’s Preference Form and providing the required supporting documentation.

Education and Experience –

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in any area of Business or Public Administration and a minimum of five years’ experience in government affairs; or an equivalent of relevant, progressive, and professional experience and education may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• At least two years’ experience in project management.
• At least two years’ experience in giving presentations and participating in community and public relations events.
• Demonstrated competency with personal computers in MS Office and in using available technology to perform assigned job duties.
• Valid driver’s license. Other driving-related requirements may apply depending on the nature and scope of responsibilities associated with driving on behalf of CRPUD.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or Business Management and five years’ combined experience in government affairs.
• At least four years’ experience in project management.
• At least four years’ experience in giving presentations and participating in community and public relations events.
• At least two years’ working knowledge of the utility industry.

Salary Range

$39.56 - $56.42 per hour depending on qualifications

Closing

Thursday, February 13, 2025, by 5:00 p.m.