Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary:
Director of Government Affairs | Ripple Fiber
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Government Affairs Director to join our growing team. The individual must reside in our NC or SC market however this role will require occasional travel to our FL and AR markets.
About Ripple Fiber
At Ripple Fiber, we deliver more than high-speed internet. Were creating a ripple effect by producing opportunities and brighter futures for the residents of the communities we serve. Join Americas most innovative, industry-leading fiber internet company, and help shape the future.
We believe the biggest wave starts as a ripple.
About our culture
We are a dynamic, fast-growing, and innovative company driven by ambitious self-starters with entrepreneurial mindsets. Our fast-paced environment fosters creativity, collaboration, and initiative. We are people-centric, placing strong emphasis on employee experience, career growth, and professional development.
About the role
This position involves working with elected officials, government agencies, regulators, and key stakeholders at both the state and local level to move the companys policy and business goals forward. This position will report to and work closely with our Chief of Government Affairs to assess new market areas and initiate engagement efforts with communities and municipalities to facilitate project activities. This position will primarily cover our North Carolina Markets but will also require covering our South Carolina, Florida, and Arkansas markets.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in the development and implementation of Ripple Fibers overall public policy and government affairs strategy.
- Represent the company before county/municipal governments and planning departments to identify requirements for fiber deployment projects in new market areas and ongoing network management.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local governments, administrators, and elected officials.
- Monitor legislative activity related to Internet Service Providers (ISPs), particularly related to grant programs.
- Work with Director of Broadband Grants & Initiative to identify and assess available federal and state grant programs to support fiber optic infrastructure projects.
- Support grant proposal preparation as needed with a focus on the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.
- Attend relevant industry and state/local chamber events and conferences to maintain a strong understanding of broadband related issues.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of relevant work experience in government affairs or public policy preferably in the Telecommunications industry required.
- Proven background in legislative affairs highly preferred.
- Bachelor's degree highly preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
- Must reside in NC or SC and be able to commute to our local offices.
- Occasional travel required.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) with company match, and a supportive work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. If youre passionate about making a difference and being part of a community-focused company, Ripple Fiber is the place for you.
Ripple Fiber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Ripple Fiber is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.