Manager, Political Action Committee at American Electric Power

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Government Affairs, Political ActionIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, communications, or other related disciplines
Minimum 5 years’ experience in PAC management, including PAC operations, compliance, fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and communications
Alternatively, minimum 7 years of related experience in political campaigns, legislative or congressional staff work, trade association advocacy, or public affairs, with demonstrable exposure to PAC operations and campaign finance compliance
Strong understanding of FEC regulations and campaign finance laws
Familiarity with political landscapes and advocacy environments
Excellent organizational and verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and PAC administration tools, including fundraising platforms and compliance software
On-site work in the AEP Washington DC Office

Responsibilities

Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local campaign finance laws and regulations, including FEC filings and audit responses
Coordinate with AEP legal counsel, payroll, HR, and finance teams and external compliance vendor(s) on budgeting, disbursements, reporting, and record keeping
Maintain donor databases and track and regularly report on PAC performance, including fundraising and engagement metrics
In conjunction with Managing Director and external consultants, develop and execute strategies to grow PAC contributions and membership
Organize PAC-related events, donor campaigns, and promotional activities, including guiding and supporting PAC Leadership Committees
Develop messaging to educate employees and stakeholders about the PAC’s mission and impact
Create and manage PAC communications including newsletters, reports, presentations, and digital content and oversee PAC-related websites and platforms
Be responsive to internal AEP requests and maintain strong working relationships with internal colleagues
Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the company’s Corporate Compliance Policy
Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Oversee all aspects of the AEP PAC, including compliance, fundraising, communications, event coordination, and vendor management, ensuring it operates compliantly, ethically, and effectively
Work with AEP Operating Company external affairs teams and AEP PAC Leadership Committees in each state to support and advance AEP PAC’s mission
Work with other AEP departments (including payroll, human resources, finance and legal) and external PAC vendors and consultants to support the effective management of AEP PAC