Government Relations Manager

OverviewHey there sleezeball! No we don’t want you to have an affair with the government! But a liason or coordinator or someone to help us treat the government right and work as easily as possible with them would be helpful. We’re not looking for someone to manage lobbyists and send us updates. We’re looking for someone who builds the machine. We do a LOT of work with lots of different government agencies. We could use some help coordinating with them. Is that something you’d like to do?Wage$180,000/yearBenefits100% employer-paid medical, dental and vision for employeesAnnual review with raise option22 days Paid Time Off accrued annually, and 4 holidaysAfter 3 years, PTO increases to 29 days. Employees transition to flexible time off after 5 years with the company—not accrued, not capped, take time off when you wantThe 4 holidays are: New Year’s Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas DayPaid Parental LeaveUp to 6% company matching 401(k) with no vesting periodQuarterly allowanceUse to make your remote work set up more comfortable, for continuing education classes, a plant for your desk, coffee for your coworker, a massage for yourself... really, whateverOpen concept office with friendly coworkersCreative environment where you can make a differenceNo dumb benefits like free dog walking on the weekends that snobby hipster places have to make you feel cool, but mathematically won't cost the company much money because you won't use itTrail Mix Bar --- oh yeahResponsibilitiesTalk to 300ish government agencies regularlyDirect our lobbyistsCraft our strategy towards working with governments, not against themDo what government affairs and government relations people doStill following along and want to apply?There are a lot of people working in government relations. If you want to stand out, show us how you’ve actually done the things we’re looking for.In your cover letter, tell us how you’ve accomplished the items listed in the Job Requirements section. Real examples beat buzzwords every time.RequirementsProven team builder. Demonstrated experience hiring, leading, and developing an internal government relations function. Experience limited to managing outside lobbying firms alone is not sufficient.Effective advocate and relationship builder. Ability to advance policy objectives assertively while maintaining strong, trusted relationships with legislators, regulators, and legislative staff.Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes. Familiarity with the real mechanics of policy making including committees, amendments, regulatory engagement, coalitions, and legislative timing. Experience with model law ecosystems such as the Uniform Law Commission is a plus.Strategic policy thinker. Demonstrated ability to develop long-term policy strategy, anticipate legislative developments, and execute multi-step advocacy plans.Credible presence with policymakers. Proven ability to represent an organization effectively in meetings with legislators, regulators, and other government stakeholders.Experience leading or coordinating multi-state legislative or regulatory policy campaigns.