Government Relations Analyst, State & Local

Job Description

The Analyst, Government Relations – State & Local will play an important role in advocating for the company's interests at the state and local levels of government and within industry groups. This position requires a strategic thinker with an understanding of regulatory environments and the ability to develop and implement advocacy strategies that protect and promote the company's business interests and growth.

Position Summary

The Analyst, Government Relations – State & Local will play an important role in advocating for the company's interests at the state and local levels of government and within industry groups. This position requires a strategic thinker with an understanding of regulatory environments and the ability to develop and implement advocacy strategies that protect and promote the company's business interests and growth.

Responsibilities

Advocacy and Representation:

• Support the company in interactions with government officials, regulatory agencies, and industry groups.
• Support relationships with key stakeholders to influence state-level public policy and regulatory decisions.
• Support advocacy for the company on state legislative and regulatory issues.

Regulatory Analysis And Strategy

• Monitor and analyze regulatory changes in key states, including Ohio, where the company operates.
• Assess the impact of regulatory developments on the company's operations and business strategy.
• Help implement advocacy strategies to address regulatory challenges and opportunities.

Collaboration And Communication

• Communicate regulatory and legislative developments to internal stakeholders.
• Prepare briefing materials, reports, and presentations on government relations activities.
• Support the government relations team on other specified projects as needed.

Industry Engagement

Participate in industry associations and coalitions to advance the company's interests.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of regulatory processes and government structures.
• Proactive, decisive and able to work independently on a broad variety of subjects.
• Experience engaging with state government stakeholders
• Strong detailed orientation and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, which includes ability to remain objective and use discretion in all situations.
• Highly collaborative and team oriented, able to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Resourceful, with a problem-solving aptitude, and ability to manage and resolve complex and sensitive situations while managing confidential information appropriately and professionally.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred 2+ years of related work experience.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree required (preferably in the fields of Political Science, Public Policy, or Law)

Physical Requirements

No Special Physical Requirements

Travel Time Required

Occasional travel