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Public Policy Advisor II

Minnesota Power
Duluth, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/22/2026
Employment Type

ALLETE - Non-Union

FLSA Status

Exempt

Public Policy Advisor II

$67,000 - $84,000 | Hybrid with in person reporting to Duluth, MN

Help shape the future of our industry by analyzing public policy issues and advocating for positions that support our business and customers. In this role, you'll monitor emerging legislation and regulations, engage with stakeholders, and represent the Company in regulatory processes while delivering clear, strategic insights to decision-makers.

What You'll Do

  • Under moderate guidance, provide analysis in the development and communication of Company positions on public policy issues.
  • Maintain broad knowledge of legislative, economic, and environmental regulatory processes and stakeholder positions and identifies how issues impact the Company.
  • Assess the impact of emerging and proposed regulation and legislation, develop communications for governmental and regulatory bodies, help with the organization and implementation of stakeholder engagement processes, represent the Company in state regulatory processes, and provide
  • Analyze possible solutions using standard procedures and solves a range of moderately complex problems.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Four years or more experience in state or federal government, or a similar level of experience working with the state or federal governmental process.
    • A graduate-level degree in one of the following fields may be considered for up to one year of work experience: political science, public policy, or business management.
  • A valid driver’s license and the responsibility to maintain it.
  • Willingness to travel to attend stakeholder meetings, regulatory or legislative proceedings or other events.
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills to build and maintain positive working relationships and the ability to work with a wide variety of people.
How To Stand Out

  • Have a degree in political science, public policy, business management, or a related field.

About Us

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, delivers safe, reliable energy to homes, communities, and major industries across northeastern Minnesota while advancing a long term commitment to sustainability. As a key contributor to ALLETE’s clean energy strategy, the organization is grounded in shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet, creating meaningful opportunities for professionals at every stage of their career.

Benefits

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $67,000 - $84,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Additionally, this position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • 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.

This position is posted externally as an Public Policy Advisor II and is internally classified as a Public Policy Advisor II. This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

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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Salary : $67,000 - $84,000

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