Supervisory External Affairs Specialist

This position is part of the Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs, Department of Energy. As a Supervisory External Affairs Specialist, you will work with federally recognized Indian tribes to maximize the development and deployment of energy solutions for the benefit of American Indians and Alaska Natives on tribal lands. The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs office works to "Provide, direct, foster, coordinate, and implement energy planning, education, management, conservation, and delivery programs that - (1) Promote Indian Tribal energy development, efficiency, and use. (2) Reduce or stabilize energy costs. (3) Enhance and strengthen Tribal energy and economic infrastructure; and (4) Electrify Indian lands and homes." We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a Supervisory External Affairs Specialist, you will: Serve as the External Affairs team supervisor and senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) with primary responsibility of providing technical and administrative supervision to team members and responding to inquiries from Tribal elected leaders and/or their delegates such as leadership of Tribal governments, institutions, legislators, regulators and the general public. Organize meetings, briefings, supplementary materials to prepare for senior Indian Energy officials' presence at conferences, working groups, roundtables, legislative and regulatory meetings. Provide strategic advice to the Director and Deputy Director of Indian Energy and staff on outreach and communication strategy involving a wide range of written materials for journals and various media, the program website, and other on-line communication tools as well as event planning and coordination. Oversee the coordination and interaction with Program Offices, DOE Staff Offices and other Federal agencies at senior and leadership levels as well as tribal, state local, local government and other stakeholders in implementing Indian Energy initiatives. Lead teams to support quick turnaround presentation to audiences. Assess the need for new communication approaches to ensure accurate information is relayed regarding Indian Energy programs.