<h2>More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</h2>Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.This experienced individual provides integrated external and internal communications and public affairs support for key company initiatives that advance and promote Duke Energy’s position as the nation’s largest regulated grid operator and one of the nation’s largest energy providers, with an eye toward constructive federal policies that support our customers, communities and business. Leveraging their familiarity with and expertise from the public and private sector, the successful candidate must be experienced in providing strategic recommendations and guidance to senior executives. This individual will provide direct communications counsel and public affairs support to the senior vice president who oversees federal government affairs, philanthropy, federal policy and sustainability and is based in Washington, D.C.<h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Enhances the company’s reputation and builds understanding and advocacy for the company’s top federal priorities through effective public affairs and communications. In partnership with internal partners, this individual will lead the development and execution of integrated communications and public affairs strategies to drive successful outcomes for those top priorities.</li><li>Manages two direct reports based in Charlotte, NC and Washington, D.C., in addition to managing relevant external consultants and partners.  </li><li>Leveraging the tools of advocacy, engagement, and communications, including media relations and public affairs, works effectively with internal and external stakeholders to further federal policy positions, which serve our customers, communities and business.</li><li>Identifies and generates media opportunities for specific company initiatives through pitching story ideas, conducting media interviews and participating in external events.</li><li>Based upon knowledge of the business and Washington, D.C. community, develops executive positioning strategies and actions, identifying unique opportunities to further distinguish our corporate brand with key influencers and decisionmakers.</li><li>Develops integrated public affairs and communications plans for complex issues and events, providing rapid response and supporting internal and/or external alignment as needed.</li><li>Develops relationships with key media members, thought leaders and influencers in Washington, D.C.</li><li>Manages the sponsorship and advertising plan for Washington D.C. initiatives to ensure our clean energy corporate strategy is appropriately visible and understood.</li><li>Oversees communications and strategic support for Duke PAC.</li><li>Assists federal affairs team to prepare speeches, presentations, talking points, briefing documents and other communication materials for key external and internal meetings.</li><li>Provides communication counsel to senior leaders on specific issues and develops prep materials.</li><li>Collaborates with peers at other organizations, companies and trade associations.</li><li>Serves as part of Duke Energy’s crisis communications team and participates in storm/emergency response.</li><li>Works well independently and in a highly matrixed environment with minimal guidance.</li></ul><h2>Required/Basic Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Four-year college degree in communications, journalism, public relations, political science or related field.</li><li>In addition to a degree, seven (7) years of work-related experience.</li><li>In lieu of a degree, fifteen (15) years of work experience.</li></ul><h2>Desired Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Highly motivated and strategic individual who can generate measurable results and work with minimal direction or supervision. Excellent manager and people-leader who can lead diverse, cross-functional teams.</li><li>10 years+ related experience.</li><li>Experience in the energy sector and public affairs, government affairs or public policy matters. Prior corporate experience preferred.</li><li>Strong experience working with the media, including on-the-record and on-camera, developing news releases and media messages, developing and maintaining relationships with reporters and conducting interviews with the media or preparing subject matter experts for media interviews.</li><li>Demonstrated success in consensus building and problem solving.</li><li>Strong writer (knowledge of AP style preferred) and verbal communicator, including experience preparing executive speeches, presentations, talking points, briefing documents and other communication materials for key external and internal meetings. Writing samples may be requested.</li><li>Accreditation in Public Relations.</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions</h2><ul><li>On Site – Work will be performed in the Duke Energy Washington, D.C. office. Flexibility is given to work remotely on occasion, but this position will be expected to mirror the in-office schedule of the Federal Affairs, Sustainability &amp; Philanthropy team in Washington, D.C.</li></ul>Base Salary:$179 - $190.5kSalary is determined on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: responsibilities of role, years of related experience, and internal equity. Base salary amount may come in at any point of the range listed. Total compensation, including additional bonuses, will vary based on bonus eligibility and company benefits.Travel Requirements<h3>Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</h3>No<h3>Represented/Union Position</h3>No<h3>Visa Sponsored Position</h3>NoPosting Expiration DateWednesday, August 13, 2025All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.<h3>Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</h3><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/privacy">Privacy</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/ccpa-opt-out-request-form">Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/terms-of-use">Terms of Use</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/customer-service/accessibility">Accessibility</a>

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<div id="ember59" class="ember-view organization-about-module__content-consistant-cards-description">Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America&rsquo;s largest energy holding companies. The company&rsquo;s electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. Duke Energy is executing an ambitious clean energy transition, keeping reliability, affordability and accessibility at the forefront as the company works toward net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including expanded energy storage, renewables, natural gas and nuclear. Our team is available Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST. If you suspect an emergency, please call 911.</div>
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Director Public Affairs and Federal Communications

<h2>More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</h2>Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.This experienced individual provides integrated external and internal communications and public affairs support for key company initiatives that advance and promote Duke Energy’s position as the nation’s largest regulated grid operator and one of the nation’s largest energy providers, with an eye toward constructive federal policies that support our customers, communities and business. Leveraging their familiarity with and expertise from the public and private sector, the successful candidate must be experienced in providing strategic recommendations and guidance to senior executives. This individual will provide direct communications counsel and public affairs support to the senior vice president who oversees federal government affairs, philanthropy, federal policy and sustainability and is based in Washington, D.C.<h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Enhances the company’s reputation and builds understanding and advocacy for the company’s top federal priorities through effective public affairs and communications. In partnership with internal partners, this individual will lead the development and execution of integrated communications and public affairs strategies to drive successful outcomes for those top priorities.</li><li>Manages two direct reports based in Charlotte, NC and Washington, D.C., in addition to managing relevant external consultants and partners. &nbsp;</li><li>Leveraging the tools of advocacy, engagement, and communications, including media relations and public affairs, works effectively with internal and external stakeholders to further federal policy positions, which serve our customers, communities and business.</li><li>Identifies and generates media opportunities for specific company initiatives through pitching story ideas, conducting media interviews and participating in external events.</li><li>Based upon knowledge of the business and Washington, D.C. community, develops executive positioning strategies and actions, identifying unique opportunities to further distinguish our corporate brand with key influencers and decisionmakers.</li><li>Develops integrated public affairs and communications plans for complex issues and events, providing rapid response and supporting internal and/or external alignment as needed.</li><li>Develops relationships with key media members, thought leaders and influencers in Washington, D.C.</li><li>Manages the sponsorship and advertising plan for Washington D.C. initiatives to ensure our clean energy corporate strategy is appropriately visible and understood.</li><li>Oversees communications and strategic support for Duke PAC.</li><li>Assists federal affairs team to prepare speeches, presentations, talking points, briefing documents and other communication materials for key external and internal meetings.</li><li>Provides communication counsel to senior leaders on specific issues and develops prep materials.</li><li>Collaborates with peers at other organizations, companies and trade associations.</li><li>Serves as part of Duke Energy’s crisis communications team and participates in storm/emergency response.</li><li>Works well independently and in a highly matrixed environment with minimal guidance.</li></ul><h2>Required/Basic Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Four-year college degree in communications, journalism, public relations, political science or related field.</li><li>In addition to a degree, seven (7) years of work-related experience.</li><li>In lieu of a degree, fifteen (15) years of work experience.</li></ul><h2>Desired Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Highly motivated and strategic individual who can generate measurable results and work with minimal direction or supervision. Excellent manager and people-leader who can lead diverse, cross-functional teams.</li><li>10 years+ related experience.</li><li>Experience in the energy sector and public affairs, government affairs or public policy matters. Prior corporate experience preferred.</li><li>Strong experience working with the media, including on-the-record and on-camera, developing news releases and media messages, developing and maintaining relationships with reporters and conducting interviews with the media or preparing subject matter experts for media interviews.</li><li>Demonstrated success in consensus building and problem solving.</li><li>Strong writer (knowledge of AP style preferred) and verbal communicator, including experience preparing executive speeches, presentations, talking points, briefing documents and other communication materials for key external and internal meetings.&nbsp;Writing samples may be requested.</li><li>Accreditation in Public Relations.</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions</h2><ul><li>On Site – Work will be performed in the Duke Energy Washington, D.C. office. Flexibility is given to work remotely on occasion, but this position will be expected to mirror the in-office schedule of the Federal Affairs, Sustainability &amp; Philanthropy team in Washington, D.C.</li></ul>Base Salary:$179 - $190.5kSalary is determined on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: responsibilities of role, years of related experience, and internal equity. Base salary amount may come in at any point of the range listed. Total compensation, including additional bonuses, will vary based on bonus eligibility and company benefits.Travel Requirements<h3>Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</h3>No<h3>Represented/Union Position</h3>No<h3>Visa Sponsored Position</h3>NoPosting Expiration DateWednesday, August 13, 2025All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.<h3>Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</h3><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/privacy">Privacy</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/ccpa-opt-out-request-form">Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/terms-of-use">Terms of Use</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/customer-service/accessibility">Accessibility</a>

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