Lead External Affairs

Job Listing ID:

4493274

Job Title:

Lead External Affairs Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Salem

Date Posted:

05/16/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

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Not Provided Duration of Job:

Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

At AT& T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. In this role, your strategic vision will help advance public policy priorities, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and support initiatives that connect customers and communities through innovative solutions.

Overall Purpose:

This role supports strategic communications and stakeholder engagement efforts to advance the organization's public policy objectives. The position plays a key role in analyzing policy issues, building external relationships, representing the company in the community, and supporting advocacy initiatives.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Policy Analysis and Legislative Advocacy:

Analyze legislation, regulatory developments, and public policy issues affecting the business. Advocate for the company's policy priorities in public hearings and in meetings with state legislators, regulators, and staff.

Stakeholder and Community Engagement:

Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community organizations, and third-party coalitions. Represent the company on local boards and commissions and serve as a visible ambassador in communities the company serves.

Event Coordination and Community Relations:

Plan and manage community events that foster engagement among local stakeholders, elected officials, and community members. Promote company initiatives and help address constituent and community concerns.

Cross-Functional Support and Special Projects:

Support activities related to Political Action Committee (PAC) engagement, internal collaboration, strategy development, lobbying efforts, negotiations, grant management, and other public policy or community-focused initiatives as needed. Other Duties as

Assigned:

Contribute to additional projects and responsibilities in support of business and organizational priorities.

Job Contribution:

This role is suited for an experienced professional recognized for deep subject matter expertise and the ability to resolve complex issues creatively and strategically. The individual leads significant projects with a high degree of autonomy, influences executive-level decisions, and contributes to long-term plans with meaningful organizational impact. This position also mentors less experienced team members and collaborates frequently with senior leadership.

Supervisor:

No Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) preferred 5+ years of related experience required Relevant certification may be required in certain areas Our Lead External Affairs earns between?$116,700 - $175,100 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT& T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.? Must reside in the Portland, OR area. Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision coverage? 401(k) plan? Tuition reimbursement program? Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)? Paid Parental Leave? Paid Caregiver Leave? Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected? Adoption Reimbursement? Disability Benefits (short term and long term)? Life and Accid...

Job Classification:

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Salary:

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Experience Required:

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Education Required:

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