Remote Government Affairs Manager

Ryder System, Inc.; Orlando (FL); Remote; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manager Government Relations will support Ryder's government relations efforts with a focus on state and local issues, project management, and internal policy development while contributing to select federal initiatives. This position reports to the Senior Director of Corporate Affairs and collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop policy strategies and initiatives.

The role involves educating and advocating on key public policy issues, coordinating internal programs, monitoring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Economics, Public Policy/Public Administration or related field.
• 5+ years of professional work experience in government relations or a related field.
• 3+ years navigating state/federal legislative, regulatory, and executive processes.
• 3+ years managing cross-functional projects or teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal government relations programs with project management support.
• Monitor and analyze federal, state, and local regulations and measure advocacy outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather content and integrate government relations strategies.
• Develop analyses, talking points, and materials to support Ryder’s objectives and coordinate contributors.
• Liaison and manage relationships with internal/external stakeholders including government entities, trade associations, and customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Cross-functional teamwork

Policy analysis

Transportation policy

Public policy processes

MS Office

Research skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science / Economics / Public Policy

Tools

Microsoft 365

Adobe

Job description

The Manager Government Relations will support Ryder's government relations efforts with a focus on state and local issues, project management, and internal policy development while contributing to select federal initiatives. This position reports to the Senior Director of Corporate Affairs and collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop policy strategies and initiatives.

The role involves educating and advocating on key public policy issues, coordinating internal programs, monitoring