Director, Local Government Relations - Multi-State Impact

Ziply Fiber; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Flexible spending account

Paid sick leave and PTO

Parental leave

Quarterly performance bonus

Training and education reimbursement

Job summary

Ziply Fiber seeks a Director of Local Government Relations to lead a multi‑state team and drive strategic policy advocacy for fiber market expansion. The role partners with operations, legal, regulatory, and communications to align municipal and regulatory goals with Ziply Fiber’s growth plans.

The candidate will provide local intelligence on regulations, maintain strong relationships with municipal authorities, and guide cross‑functional teams to achieve timely issue resolution and positive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in local government relations, government affairs, or telecommunications.
• Minimum of seven years of progressive experience in local government relations, including permitting, right‑of‑way, and franchise matters.
• Five years of people leadership directing multi‑state or multi‑jurisdiction teams.
• Knowledge of state and local broadband and telecommunications policy and regulatory issues.
• Experience in public policy and compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the multi‑year local government relations strategy across multiple states.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to proposed local ordinances, fees, and regulations.
• Direct and scale a multi‑state team of Local Government Relations Managers and specialists.
• Oversee negotiation, renewal, and compliance tracking for franchise, right‑of‑way, and permitting agreements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Executive communication

Policy analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Public administration knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, business, communications, law, or related field

Job description

Ziply Fiber seeks a Director of Local Government Relations to lead a multi‑state team and drive strategic policy advocacy for fiber market expansion. The role partners with operations, legal, regulatory, and communications to align municipal and regulatory goals with Ziply Fiber’s growth plans.

The candidate will provide local intelligence on regulations, maintain strong relationships with municipal authorities, and guide cross‑functional teams to achieve timely issue resolution and positive