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Role Summary

The Director of State Regulatory Affairs is responsible for leading Cox's advocacy efforts before state public utility commissions and other state regulatory agencies, assisting in the development of public policies at the state and federal level, and executing strategies to help ensure regulatory and legislative measures align with company business objectives. The Director supports and advises Senior Vice Presidents/Region Managers, Market Leaders, corporate and field Vice Presidents with economic, operational and political impacts of regulatory decisions and proposed regulations and legislation and supervises the work of a Regulatory Analyst handling compliance filings, reports and complaints. 

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Manage outside attorneys and consultants, and coordinate efforts with internal legal counsel to maximize efficient use of Company resources for involvement in regulatory proceedings.

Supervise the work of a Regulatory Analyst handling compliance filings, reports and complaints filed against the company at the Federal Communications Commission

Support and advise Senior Vice Presidents/Region Managers, Market Leaders, corporate and field Vice Presidents with economic, operational and political impacts of regulatory decisions and proposed regulations and legislation

Work closely with Cox Government Affairs and Public Affairs personnel to ensure consistency with Cox representation at local and state government   

Effectively communicate Cox positions to regulators. Must be comfortable preparing and delivering communications orally and in writing at various levels, including to Commissioners         

Testifies, negotiates, and assists in preparation and presentation of issues before regulatory and legislative bodies. Oversee and ensure timely filing of all required regulatory papers, including tariffs, periodic regulatory reports, responses to interrogatories, and data requests 

Identifies and develops long-range regulatory objectives and strategies aligned with goals of the company

Responsible for assisting with development and implementation of regulatory policies and practices in collaboration with company’s Regulatory Policy and Operations teams

Assist in review of customer contact documents, marketing materials, scripts, etc. subject to applicable state regulations and statutes 

Maintain awareness of activities and dockets at the federal and state regulatory level for all Cox states, as well as other key issues     

Coordinate resolution of informal disputes or process problems with other communications providers and utilities

Operate in a team culture that functions through collaboration and open communication, and is committed to providing support, engagement and respect to each member

Qualifications:

Minimum

BS/BA degree required. Degree in related discipline strongly desired

10 or more years of experience required in related field in communications regulatory affairs, working for a communications company, law firm, public utilities commission or other government agency. 7 or more years of experience if candidate holds a J.D. 

Experience working with all levels of the organization, particularly mid- and senior-level executives

Strong research, written and verbal skills, ability to adapt communication to different target audiences

Excellent interpersonal, leadership, presentation, and collaborative skills to work effectively with leadership and teams across the organization

A high level of discretion and confidentiality and an ability to deal with ambiguity and influencing without direct authority

Experience in strategy, planning and delivery of internal and external campaigns

Strong ability to execute and manage projects and details with minimal oversight

Demonstrates an awareness of business and organization sensitivity and adapts communication accordingly

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and exhibit professionalism under pressure

Strong influencing and problem-solving skills

Excellent proficiency with MS Office (i.e. excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Able to travel in CT, RI, OH, MA and Virginia but also throughout the United States

 Preferred

 J.D., MBA or other relevant advanced degree

5 or more years of experience in a management role or leading cross functional projects

Who We Are

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through broadband applications and services. The largest private telecom company in America, we proudly serve six million homes and businesses across 18 states. We're dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that makes each one unique.

About Cox 

We are the Cox family of businesses. We’ve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us.  Our primary divisions – Cox Communications and Cox Automotive – are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators.  We’re also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation.  We’re looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope you’ll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com. 

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).  For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.  

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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