Senior Manager, Government Relations – State & Local
United States
Full Time
1 week ago
H1B Sponsor
Key skills
Communication
About this role
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.