State-federal relations deputy director job description
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State-federal relations deputy director requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in state-federal relations deputy director job postings.
Sample state-federal relations deputy director requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in state-federal relations or related field
- Strong knowledge of federal and state legislative processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team
Sample required state-federal relations deputy director soft skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to analyze complex information and develop strategic plans
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and deadlines
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively
State-federal relations deputy director job description example 1
TransUnion state-federal relations deputy director job description
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice
What We'll Bring:
At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver's seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day.
Come be a part of our team - you'll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.
What You'll Bring:
6-8 years of policy or political experience on consumer data technology, privacy or financial services matters.Demonstrable track record of legislative and/or regulatory success with state elected officials and regulators.Deep understanding of state legislative and regulatory procedures and political processes.Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience creating and effectively delivering factual, relevant, and easily understandable talking points and other messaging.Executive presence and superior communication skills.Ability to manage multiple, complex issues in a fast moving environment.High-energy, self-motivated, collaborative and positive attitude.
Impact You'll Make:
In collaboration with Head of US Government Relations, counsel internal business leaders on political dynamics and strategies to advance public policy objectives.Manage external counsel and strategically engage with trade associations and partner coalitions.Develop and maintain constructive relationships with public officials and policy groups across the political spectrum.Design and implement strategies for executing on TransUnion's overarching government relations objectives through direct advocacy. Negotiate directly with elected and appointed officials and their staffs on legislative and regulatory issues impacting TU.Build and maintain relationships with key public officials and serve as a TU ambassador with key external stakeholders.Assess and implement best practices for industry-leading corporate government affairs program.Position TransUnion as a leader in the risk, data, analytics, and information policy discussions through engagement with peers and industry associations.
Main Interfaces Externally:
State legislatures and regulatory bodies Consumer Data Industry Association and other relevant trade associations Broad TU U.S. customer base During the COVID-19 pandemic, TransUnion has several safety protocols in place to protect associates, customers, and visitors. You may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment and/or to participate in certain work-related activities. The exemption is available to qualified candidates as a reasonable accommodation.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
TransUnion's Internal Job Title:
Director, Government Relations
What We'll Bring:
At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver's seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day.
Come be a part of our team - you'll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.
What You'll Bring:
6-8 years of policy or political experience on consumer data technology, privacy or financial services matters.Demonstrable track record of legislative and/or regulatory success with state elected officials and regulators.Deep understanding of state legislative and regulatory procedures and political processes.Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience creating and effectively delivering factual, relevant, and easily understandable talking points and other messaging.Executive presence and superior communication skills.Ability to manage multiple, complex issues in a fast moving environment.High-energy, self-motivated, collaborative and positive attitude.
Impact You'll Make:
In collaboration with Head of US Government Relations, counsel internal business leaders on political dynamics and strategies to advance public policy objectives.Manage external counsel and strategically engage with trade associations and partner coalitions.Develop and maintain constructive relationships with public officials and policy groups across the political spectrum.Design and implement strategies for executing on TransUnion's overarching government relations objectives through direct advocacy. Negotiate directly with elected and appointed officials and their staffs on legislative and regulatory issues impacting TU.Build and maintain relationships with key public officials and serve as a TU ambassador with key external stakeholders.Assess and implement best practices for industry-leading corporate government affairs program.Position TransUnion as a leader in the risk, data, analytics, and information policy discussions through engagement with peers and industry associations.
Main Interfaces Externally:
State legislatures and regulatory bodies Consumer Data Industry Association and other relevant trade associations Broad TU U.S. customer base During the COVID-19 pandemic, TransUnion has several safety protocols in place to protect associates, customers, and visitors. You may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment and/or to participate in certain work-related activities. The exemption is available to qualified candidates as a reasonable accommodation.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
TransUnion's Internal Job Title:
Director, Government Relations
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State-federal relations deputy director job description example 2
Diageo Americas Supply, Inc. state-federal relations deputy director job description
Sacramento based
From Arthur Guinness to Johnnie Walker, our business was founded on people of outstanding character, and in 250 years, nothing has changed. We're the world's leading premium alcohol company! Our brands are industry icons including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness. Our success is thanks to the strength of our people, in every role. It's why we trust them with our legacy and why we reward them with the career-defining opportunities that they deserve. Our ambition is to build the best performing, most trusted and respected Consumer Products Company in the world. To achieve these, we need the very best people!
Diageo North America seeks a State Government Relations lead to develop and deliver government relations policy and advocacy strategy for the west region. This role will involve a keen understanding of multi-state government relations and the requirements of a senior corporate employee. The successful candidate will have high-level, state government relationships and proven corporate savvy. The role will require coordination with and leverage Diageo's corporate relations assets including corporate communications and corporate social responsibility. The Director will form relationships with external partner groups to support advocacy with elected officials. Strong project management, communications and presentation skills are fundamental to the role.
The position reports to the Vice President of Government Relations.
**Responsibilities:**
**Strategy, planning, and implementation** - Develop, maintain and evolve advocacy strategy and policy stance in support of Diageo's government relations efforts. Regularly collaborate with internal partners including the corporate relations team, business units, and key global functions to align on positions and advocacy plans, drive engagement, and develop and communicate policy priorities and positions to key constituencies. Implement, supervise and adapt the plan as needed including clear goals and other metrics.
**Policy, Legislative, and Regulatory analysis** - Keep abreast of current trends and information to anticipate opportunities and risks that emerge. Evaluate pending legislation, policy and regulations on issues such as tax, market access, alcohol delivery, equivalence, and responsible drinking; resolve impact to Diageo and help develop response. Build documents to brief company executives on legislative matters, provide guidance/recommendations and to communicate positions externally. Strong writing skills and PowerPoint proficiency are must haves.
**Relationship Building** - Cultivate and build positive relationships with strategically important government officials, opinion leaders, third-party agencies and other external partners; influence public policy, supervise government initiatives and advocate for specific public policies to advance the company's objectives. Engage policy advocacy associations and trade associations to ensure and promote lobbying and policy positions.
**Management** - Lead outside consultants and other resources that support the legislative and regulatory agenda to drive strategy, and help with messaging, external outreach and the development of relevant communications tools.
**What you'll bring to the team:**
+ Degree in Political Science, Public Policy/Administration, Law, Business Administration, Communications or other related field
+ 10+ years of dynamic experience with state legislation, grassroots advocacy, lobbying, or campaign organizing experience.
+ People and issue management experience with demonstrated skills with risk assessment, setting priorities and negotiating among opposing priorities
+ Validated leadership/management, strategy planning, negotiation, and influence leadership skills
+ Successful multi-tasker experienced working with tight deadlines and contending demands
+ Ability to translate business strategy into product/program strategy
+ Validated business liaison capabilities including effective oral, written, and interpersonal skills; outstanding listening skills; ability to interact successfully with all levels of the organization from senior executives to staff level; strong presentation skills to communicate and influence a wide range of audiences.
Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to Diageo's purpose of "celebrating life every day everywhere". This purpose is, in itself, inclusive in nature, as it values everybody irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality or ethnicity.
We know that for Diageo to succeed and realize its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the 180 countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow and our values, purpose and standards set the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution each person brings.
**Worker Type :**
Regular
**Primary Location:**
Off Site California
**Additional Locations :**
**Job Posting Start Date :**
2022-10-10-07:00
From Arthur Guinness to Johnnie Walker, our business was founded on people of outstanding character, and in 250 years, nothing has changed. We're the world's leading premium alcohol company! Our brands are industry icons including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness. Our success is thanks to the strength of our people, in every role. It's why we trust them with our legacy and why we reward them with the career-defining opportunities that they deserve. Our ambition is to build the best performing, most trusted and respected Consumer Products Company in the world. To achieve these, we need the very best people!
Diageo North America seeks a State Government Relations lead to develop and deliver government relations policy and advocacy strategy for the west region. This role will involve a keen understanding of multi-state government relations and the requirements of a senior corporate employee. The successful candidate will have high-level, state government relationships and proven corporate savvy. The role will require coordination with and leverage Diageo's corporate relations assets including corporate communications and corporate social responsibility. The Director will form relationships with external partner groups to support advocacy with elected officials. Strong project management, communications and presentation skills are fundamental to the role.
The position reports to the Vice President of Government Relations.
**Responsibilities:**
**Strategy, planning, and implementation** - Develop, maintain and evolve advocacy strategy and policy stance in support of Diageo's government relations efforts. Regularly collaborate with internal partners including the corporate relations team, business units, and key global functions to align on positions and advocacy plans, drive engagement, and develop and communicate policy priorities and positions to key constituencies. Implement, supervise and adapt the plan as needed including clear goals and other metrics.
**Policy, Legislative, and Regulatory analysis** - Keep abreast of current trends and information to anticipate opportunities and risks that emerge. Evaluate pending legislation, policy and regulations on issues such as tax, market access, alcohol delivery, equivalence, and responsible drinking; resolve impact to Diageo and help develop response. Build documents to brief company executives on legislative matters, provide guidance/recommendations and to communicate positions externally. Strong writing skills and PowerPoint proficiency are must haves.
**Relationship Building** - Cultivate and build positive relationships with strategically important government officials, opinion leaders, third-party agencies and other external partners; influence public policy, supervise government initiatives and advocate for specific public policies to advance the company's objectives. Engage policy advocacy associations and trade associations to ensure and promote lobbying and policy positions.
**Management** - Lead outside consultants and other resources that support the legislative and regulatory agenda to drive strategy, and help with messaging, external outreach and the development of relevant communications tools.
**What you'll bring to the team:**
+ Degree in Political Science, Public Policy/Administration, Law, Business Administration, Communications or other related field
+ 10+ years of dynamic experience with state legislation, grassroots advocacy, lobbying, or campaign organizing experience.
+ People and issue management experience with demonstrated skills with risk assessment, setting priorities and negotiating among opposing priorities
+ Validated leadership/management, strategy planning, negotiation, and influence leadership skills
+ Successful multi-tasker experienced working with tight deadlines and contending demands
+ Ability to translate business strategy into product/program strategy
+ Validated business liaison capabilities including effective oral, written, and interpersonal skills; outstanding listening skills; ability to interact successfully with all levels of the organization from senior executives to staff level; strong presentation skills to communicate and influence a wide range of audiences.
Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to Diageo's purpose of "celebrating life every day everywhere". This purpose is, in itself, inclusive in nature, as it values everybody irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality or ethnicity.
We know that for Diageo to succeed and realize its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the 180 countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow and our values, purpose and standards set the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution each person brings.
**Worker Type :**
Regular
**Primary Location:**
Off Site California
**Additional Locations :**
**Job Posting Start Date :**
2022-10-10-07:00
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024