Sr Manager, Government Relations

Position Overview:

The Sr. Manager, Government Relations leads the organization’s efforts to build, manage, and advance relationships with local, state, and federal government stakeholders. This role develops and executes advocacy strategies that support the nonprofit’s mission, policy priorities, and funding goals. The ideal candidate is a strategic communicator, policy-savvy, and deeply committed to advancing social impact through public policy and public-sector partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute government relations and advocacy strategies aligned with organizational priorities
• Monitor legislative, regulatory, and budget developments affecting the organization’s mission
• Analyze policy proposals and prepare briefings, position statements, and testimony
• Represent the organization in meetings, hearings, coalitions, and other governmental forums
• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, agencies, and key government staff
• Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and government partners
• Coordinate policymaker engagement activities, including site visits, briefings, and events
• Identify and pursue public funding opportunities such as grants, contracts, and appropriations
• Collaborate with internal teams on government funding strategies and compliance requirements
• Participate in and coordinate cross‑sector coalitions and stakeholder advocacy efforts
• Engage board members, leadership, and community stakeholders in advocacy initiatives
• Advise leadership on political and regulatory risks, and prepare internal and external policy communications
• Perform other duties that are reasonably related to the position’s key responsibilities and are consistent with the employee’s job classification, skills, and training

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree
• Experience in government relations, public policy, advocacy, or a related role
• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, or a related field

Key Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships across political and ideological lines
• Effective collaborator with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret data and identify trends

Working Conditions:

• Travel: Up to 30%

Shift Type: Full Time, Exempt, Hybrid (4 days onsite)

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement plan and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Personal Health Advocate
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Commuter pre-tax benefit
• Discounted childcare
• Access to the Calm app
• Tickets at Work employee discounts

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.