Director, State Government Affairs

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Maryland

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USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

GE Appliances is seeking a seasoned government affairs leader to shape and execute a nationwide state policy strategy aligned with business priorities. You will translate complex legislation into actionable plans, and represent the company before governors’ offices, legislatures, agencies, and coalitions.

You will build strategic relationships with policymakers and external stakeholders, and partner across Legal, Compliance, Product, Manufacturing, and Communications to develop informed

Qualifications

10+ years of progressively responsible government affairs experience.
Strong knowledge of state legislative and regulatory processes across multiple states.
Ability to analyze complex legislation and communicate with senior executives and non-policy audiences.
Authorization to work in the U.S. (required).

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a nationwide state government affairs strategy aligned with business priorities.
Monitor, analyze, and prioritize state legislative activity and translate policy developments into business implications and action plans.
Represent GE Appliances before governors’ offices, state legislatures, agencies, staff, trade associations, coalitions, and policy organizations.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with elected officials, policymakers, industry partners, and external stakeholders.
Partner across Legal, Compliance, Product, Technology, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Commercial, Communications, and other functions to develop positions and advocacy strategies.
Lead or coordinate responses to priority legislation, including testimony, comments, amendments, briefing materials, and advocacy communications.
Manage external government affairs consultants and contract lobbyists when needed.
Prepare executives for government engagement and highlight GE Appliances’ manufacturing footprint, innovation, workforce, investments, and economic impact.
Ensure lobbying, ethics, disclosure, political activity, and reporting compliance with Legal and Compliance.
Track priorities, advocacy activities, outcomes, metrics, resources, and budget to demonstrate business impact.

Skills

Legislative Analysis

Advocacy Strategy

Relationship Building

Multi-State Portfolio

Executive Presence

Education

Advanced degree

Tools

PAC Knowledge

Legislative Tracking Tools

Job description

Develop and execute a nationwide state government affairs strategy aligned with GE Appliances’ business priorities
Monitor, analyze, and prioritize state legislative activity, translating policy developments into business implications and action plans
Represent GE Appliances before governors’ offices, state legislatures, agencies, legislative staff, trade associations, coalitions, and policy organizations
Build and maintain strategic relationships with elected officials, policymakers, industry partners, and external stakeholders
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Product, Technology, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Commercial, Communications, and other functions to develop company positions and advocacy strategies
Lead or coordinate company responses to priority legislation, including testimony, comments, amendments, briefing materials, and advocacy communications
Manage external government affairs consultants and contract lobbyists when needed
Prepare executives for government engagement and identify opportunities to showcase GE Appliances’ manufacturing footprint, innovation, workforce, investments, and economic impact
Ensure lobbying, ethics, disclosure, political activity, and reporting compliance with Legal and Compliance
Track legislative priorities, advocacy activities, outcomes, metrics, resources, and budget to demonstrate business impact

Requirements

10+ years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative affairs, government relations, or a related field, including significant government experience
Strong knowledge of state legislative and regulatory processes across multiple states
Ability to analyze complex legislation, develop advocacy strategies, influence outcomes, and communicate clearly with senior executives and non-policy audiences
Knowledge of the legal and operational construct of PACs
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with policymakers, legislative staff, trade associations, industry partners, and other stakeholders
Ability to work independently and collaborate across a matrixed organization
Ability to travel as needed
Advanced degree in law, public policy, government, business, or a related discipline (preferred)
Experience within a staff position or closely working with House and Senate committees (preferred)
Experience leading state government affairs for a national company, trade association, or complex organization (preferred)
Experience managing a multi-state legislative portfolio and issues affecting manufacturing, consumer products, energy, environment, product regulation, technology, privacy, labor, tax, transportation, or related areas (preferred)
Established relationships with state policymakers, national organizations of state officials, business organizations, and government affairs professionals (preferred)
Experience directing outside lobbyists, consultants, trade associations, and coalitions (preferred)
Strong political judgment, executive presence, business acumen, and ability to advise senior leaders on political and legislative risk (preferred)
Authorization to work in the U.S., verified through E-Verify and Form I-9

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in government affairs and public policy, with a strong ability to analyze legislation, develop advocacy strategies, and build relationships with key stakeholders. Proven experience in managing multi-state legislative portfolios and ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.

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