Community Relations Specialist I/II/III

We are searching for a West Virginia based Community Relations Specialist who will primarily be responsible for serving as an EQT local representative to build and maintain relationships with community leaders, local officials, nonprofit partners, and industry organizations. This role will contribute to EQT’s community engagement efforts across the region, identifying and managing partnerships that align with our philanthropic priorities, employee volunteer programs, and operational footprint. The specialist will also represent EQT at events and meetings, provide local support for government and stakeholder relations, and help strengthen EQT’s reputation as a responsible, engaged neighbor in the communities where we live and work.

The Community Relations Specialist I/II/III responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as EQT’s primary liaison to communities, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and industry associations across West Virginia.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local officials, emergency responders, landowners, and other stakeholders to foster trust and transparency.
• Represent EQT at community meetings, events, and industry functions, communicating the company’s mission, values, and operational priorities.
• Identify and address community concerns proactively; provide timely and accurate information about EQT’s operations and initiatives.
• Monitor local issues, media, and policy developments that could affect EQT’s reputation or operations and coordinate internally to address them.
• Identify, vet, and recommend strategic community partnerships and philanthropic opportunities that align with EQT’s corporate and Foundation priorities.
• Support EQT Foundation grantmaking in West Virginia by sourcing local opportunities, strengthening nonprofit relationships, and assessing community impact.
• Work closely with business units to ensure that operational issues are promptly and appropriately handled.
• Collaborate with Communications, Legal, Land, and Operations teams to ensure local outreach aligns with corporate messaging and brand standards.
  Participate in and lead the development of open houses, tours, and educational awareness opportunities.
• Provide strategic insights from the field to help shape EQT’s regional outreach and community investment strategy.

Required Experience and Skills:

• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public relations, business management, or related field, required.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• 7+ years of experience in public sector preferred.
• Lobbying experience preferred.

Work Location:

• While this position will work remotely, the selected incumbent must reside within the state of West Virginia.