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We’re seeking a visionary Manager, Government Relations to lead this transformation and own outcomes across our Company’s business portfolio. This role reports to the Vice President, Government Relations. The Manager of Government Relations plays a key role in developing and implementing government relations strategies to achieve company objectives.
Job Responsibility:
Assist the Government Relations department with overall management of the government affairs activities of the Company
Coordinates efforts of outside lobbyists and consultants
Maintain strong working relationships with grassroots community organizations and industry trade associations
Identify, analyze, and communicate how potential changes in the legislative, regulatory, policy, and political environments could affect business
Operate at a high level of transparency and deliver on key performance indicators
Identify and provide appropriate influence in the development of legislation and policies
Partner with internal legal department on various matters
Ensure that the Company is compliant with all federal, state and local registration and lobbying disclosure laws
Develop a deep understanding of Verra Mobility’s business lines and the impact of legislation
Monitor federal, state, and regional legislative activity
Serve as a subject matter expert on government/legislative matters within the Company
Requirements:
Candidate should reside in the DC National Capital Region (NCR)
A Bachelor’s degree is required
Significant level of interpersonal and communication skills
An energetic, very hands-on, self-motivated and self-managed person with a high degree of honesty, integrity and judgment
Extremely good judgment and integrity
A minimum of 5-8 years of government, legislative affairs, and/or campaign experience with advancing levels of responsibilities and duties
Experience interacting with lobbyists and elected officials is required
High-level ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
A thorough knowledge of public policy, political campaigns, public affairs and community outreach, as well extensive knowledge and experience in Government Relations, the legislative and regulatory process at the federal, state, and local levels
Ability to develop and implement successful political strategies
Ability to establish and work towards the bigger picture while still grasping the details
Strong PC skills especially Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Outstanding English, writing, presentation, and public speaking and communication skills, including at the executive level
Cyclical travel up to 50 percent depending on legislative calendars