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Public Policy Advisor I

ALLETE Inc
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Public Policy Advisor I
Job ID: 5751
Company: Minnesota Power
Location: Duluth, MN
Application Close Date: 3/5/2026
Link: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg04/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ALLETE&cws=43&rid=5751

 

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, is an electric utility headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota. We provide electricity in a 26,000-square-mile service area in northeastern Minnesota to 150,000 customers, including 14 municipal systems and some of the nation’s largest industrial customers. Minnesota Power is committed to a sustainable future for the climate, our customers and our communities while delivering safe and reliable energy. We play a unique and significant role in ALLETE’s sustainability-in-action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

If you’re passionate about understanding how government, regulation, and public policy shape the world around us, this is an incredible opportunity to launch your career. As a Public Policy Advisor I, you’ll be at the heart of meaningful policy work—analyzing emerging issues, helping craft clear and compelling Company positions, and supporting our engagement with regulatory and governmental stakeholders. You’ll grow your expertise quickly by diving into new topics, tackling deadline‑driven projects, and developing communications that help influence and inform key decision‑makers. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on learning, enjoys writing with impact, and is energized by the fast‑paced intersection of business, regulation, and public policy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide analysis in the development and communication of Company positions on public policy issues under close guidance.
  • Conduct policy research to develop written briefs and filings for regulatory bodies.
  • Maintain general knowledge of legislative, economic, and environmental regulatory processes and stakeholder positions, and identify how issues impact the Company.
  • Assess the impact of emerging and proposed regulation and legislation, develop communications for governmental and regulatory bodies, coordinate stakeholder engagement processes, support the Company’s participation in state regulatory processes, and provide information for internal and external stakeholders about policy-related issues.
  • Analyze possible solutions using standard procedures and solve a range of straightforward problems.
  • Manage multiple projects and deliverables with firm deadlines.
  • Demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to build and maintain positive working relationships.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s degree required. 
    • Preferably in political science, public policy, business management, or another relevant academic discipline.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

  • No experience required.
    • Preferred qualifications include experience in state or federal government, or comparable experience working with governmental processes or public policy development. Other relevant professional experience demonstrating proficiency in the duties of this role may be substituted


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • This position may be considered for a hybrid work arrangement based on ALLETE’s needs. A Hybrid work arrangement means the employee's position will be a blend of work performed both in-person and at an offsite location such as an employee's home office. This position will report to Duluth, MN.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
  • Must be willing to travel to attend stakeholder meetings, regulatory or legislative proceedings or other events. Locations could be within the Company’s service territory, where Company assets are located or where government agencies are located.
  • Requires excellent oral and written communications skills to build and maintain positive working relationships and the ability to work with a wide variety of people.
  • This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

  • The expected annual compensation range for this position is $54,000 - $67,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.
  • Compensation Incentive Program
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Opportunities 
  • Community Engagement, and more.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.  

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-3921.

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