Associate Director, State Government and External Affairs (Minnesota)

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Job Description

About the Role 

The Associate Director, State Government and External Affairs (SGEA) is responsible for maintaining and enhancing positive relations with external and internal audiences, including elected officials, stakeholders, and government entities. This role focuses on influencing public opinion, government policy, and legislative direction to improve the organization's regulatory and economic environments. The position is based in Minnesota which will be the primary state of focus. 

How You Will Contribute

• Develop and implement communication strategies to influence public opinion and government policy 

• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials and community leaders 

• Lead advocacy efforts to promote the organization's interests in legislative and regulatory matters 

• Provide strategic guidance and coaching to team members on public policy and advocacy initiatives 

• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments that impact the organization 

• Represent the organization in public forums, community events, and government meetings 

• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to various external audiences 

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications 

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree required  

• 5+ years of government affairs and/or legislative experience 

• Strong understanding of public affairs, public administration, political engagement, and advocacy 

• Recognized as an experienced lobbyist able to influence complex government decisions 

• Expert in public affairs with knowledge in public administration, political engagement, and advocacy 

• Ability to navigate through complex public policy environments 

• Ability to effectively influence across various scenarios 

• Strong communication skills and professional presence to support effective engagement with stakeholders, including the ability to engage and advance sensitive topics 

• Engages independently with political science concepts in complex scenarios 

• Demonstrates strong self-motivation skills, navigating through complex challenges independently 

Preferred: 

• Legislative experience 

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