Senior Manager, Government Relations – State & Local

Role Overview

• Represent and advance The Home Depot's government relations agenda before elected officials, government decision-makers, and internal and external strategic partners across the state.
• Manage a multifaceted strategic plan to accomplish key government relations objectives and priorities aligned with core values that will protect, defend and advance The Home Depot's business.
• Maintain frequent speaking engagements internally and externally to senior management, large groups and in legislative testimony.
• Write updates on activities in state for weekly newsletters, position papers, grassroots alerts, and issue summaries for internal and external audiences.
• Organize store walks and engage in community events with elected officials.
• Develop, implement and manage government relations strategy and legislative agenda, including tracking legislation and direct lobbying.
• Direct and manage trade associations and external lobbyists while following all lobbying and ethics laws.
• Engage with state-based staff for the federal delegation and engage on federal issues as needed. Provide rapid response to fast-moving legislative priorities including the development of talking points and grassroots campaigns and support for issues in state.
• Serve as the company's primary point of contact for local and state elected officials including the Governor's administration and relevant state agencies.
• Connect existing company and Foundation programs and relationships to favorably impact public policy issues and enhance reputation with policy makers and government stakeholders.
• Recommend and oversee political contributions to candidates and associations aligned with business interests.
• Work with internal business partners to develop positions, provide legislative testimony and other subject matter expertise directly to state and local officials.

Requirements

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to negotiate, handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances with both internal and external customers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum Education: The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
• Preferred Education: No additional education

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• Professional development budget
• Home office setup allowance
• Global team events