Manager, Government and Public Affairs

HF Sinclair's Manager, Government and Public Affairs works closely with Government Affairs leadership and refinery management to develop and execute government and public affairs strategies to further advance HF Sinclair’s business objectives across Wyoming, Kansas, Oklahoma, and other assigned jurisdictions. Leads strategic stakeholder engagement efforts, rulemakings, crisis/incident response and development of applicable messaging to local communities, government officials and key stakeholders. 

• Develops and grow relationships with lawmakers and agency staff in Oklahoma, Wyoming and Kansas


• Supports facility operations by developing and maintaining relationships with local government officials, Tribal Governments, community organizations, and other key external stakeholders.


• Identifies, monitors, and engages on legislative issues that impact the liquid fuels and manufacturing in Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Kansas and other markets as needed


• Participates in regional and statewide trade associations and chambers of commerce


• Develops stakeholder engagement strategies to support major capital investments, permitting efforts, and operational initiatives.


• Meets with lawmakers at State Capitol’s and articulate HF Sinclair’s public policy positions


• Testifies in front of relevant legislative bodies and participate in interim committee hearings


• Supports Vice President of Government Affairs with federal and state advocacy as needed


• Manages government affairs contract staff in Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Kansas


• Supports local charitable and community engagement efforts


• Supports corporate and site communications team as needed


• Serves on the refinery leadership teams
  

   

  
  

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their superior, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline, Government, Public Policy, Law, Communications, or a related field, is required. 

Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills; basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; strong legislative competency as well as strong negotiating and influencing skills. Analytically strong with attention to details. In depth knowledge of legislative data requirements, programs and policies. Thorough understanding of the legislative process, including an understanding of the roles and decision points in Congress and Federal regulatory agencies. Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication. Advanced reading and writing skills, with the ability to perform complex mathematical calculations. Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes. Possess strong relationships with key stakeholders (oil and gas industry, NGOs, government).

• Medical Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Paid Time-Off


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match


• Educational Reimbursement


• Parental Bonding Time


• Employee Discounts