Goodwin Recruiting
Government Relations Director JN -112025-168019
Goodwin Recruiting, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Government Relations Director
Job ID: 168019
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Responsibilities
Lead federal, state, and local government relations strategy, ensuring agency priorities are proactively advanced and clearly represented.
Advise the Board of Trustees and Executive Director on legislative issues, providing detailed analysis of proposed policies and strategic recommendations.
Oversee all lobbying activities and manage relationships with lobbyists, elected officials, government agencies, and key community partners.
Develop and execute comprehensive government relations plans, including communication strategies aligned with the organization’s goals.
Maintain high visibility with policymakers and regional partners, cultivating strong, trusted relationships across all levels of government.
Manage, mentor, and develop the Government Relations team (two FTEs), ensuring effective coordination and accountability.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field; advanced understanding of public policy preferred.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in government relations, public policy, community affairs, or related fields.
Proven ability to analyze complex legislative issues and deliver clear, strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Demonstrated leadership, including managing staff, supporting high-level initiatives, and driving strategic outcomes.
Exceptional political acumen, relationship‑building skills, and the ability to navigate sensitive issues with diplomacy and tact.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft clear messaging and engage diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits
$135,000 - $190,000 Salary
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
Generous PTO & Sick days
457 Contribution Plan
Generous tuition assistance
Paid parental leave
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
Contact: Wynn Gates
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Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Responsibilities
Lead federal, state, and local government relations strategy, ensuring agency priorities are proactively advanced and clearly represented.
Advise the Board of Trustees and Executive Director on legislative issues, providing detailed analysis of proposed policies and strategic recommendations.
Oversee all lobbying activities and manage relationships with lobbyists, elected officials, government agencies, and key community partners.
Develop and execute comprehensive government relations plans, including communication strategies aligned with the organization’s goals.
Maintain high visibility with policymakers and regional partners, cultivating strong, trusted relationships across all levels of government.
Manage, mentor, and develop the Government Relations team (two FTEs), ensuring effective coordination and accountability.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field; advanced understanding of public policy preferred.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in government relations, public policy, community affairs, or related fields.
Proven ability to analyze complex legislative issues and deliver clear, strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Demonstrated leadership, including managing staff, supporting high-level initiatives, and driving strategic outcomes.
Exceptional political acumen, relationship‑building skills, and the ability to navigate sensitive issues with diplomacy and tact.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft clear messaging and engage diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits
$135,000 - $190,000 Salary
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
Generous PTO & Sick days
457 Contribution Plan
Generous tuition assistance
Paid parental leave
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
Contact: Wynn Gates
#J-18808-Ljbffr