Responsibilities

• Government & Municipal Relations
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with municipal leaders, county officials, township representatives, public works departments, and regulatory agencies.
• Serve as Surf Internet's primary point of contact for government-related matters associated with fiber deployment projects.
• Attend municipal meetings, county commissioner meetings, township board meetings, planning commission meetings, and public hearings as required.
• Coordinate communications with local governments regarding construction schedules, restoration efforts, traffic impacts, and project milestones.
• Support the negotiation and execution of right-of-way agreements, market license agreements, and partnership opportunities.
• Assist in resolving government concerns and escalations related to construction activities.
• Support of grant-funded broadband expansion projects.
• Broadband Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement
• Promote Surf Internet's mission of expanding broadband access throughout underserved and unserved communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Communications, Business Administration, Urban Planning, or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in government affairs, community relations, public policy, telecommunications, utilities, construction, or infrastructure-related fields.
• Experience interacting with government officials and public agencies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent public speaking and presentation abilities.
• Strong organizational and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently throughout service territories.

Preferred

• Broadband, telecommunications, utility, or infrastructure experience.
• Knowledge of permitting, right-of-way processes, and municipal government operations.
• Familiarity with state and federal broadband grant programs.
• Experience working in public affairs, economic development, or community engagement roles.