Senior Government Affairs & Policy Leader

Starkey Hearing; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 148,610 - 198,975; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Hearing aid benefits

Job summary

Starkey Hearing is seeking a Government Affairs Director at our Eden Prairie, MN headquarters to lead government relations, advocate for policy favorable to Starkey, and secure government contracts. The role requires strategic planning, relationship management with state and federal officials, community engagement, and cross‑functional collaboration to advance Starkey’s business objectives.

This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities to influence public policy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, Public Administration, Law, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in government relations, lobbying, or a closely related field.
• Proven track record of successfully securing government contracts and influencing public policy.
• Strong understanding of legislative processes and government operations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholder groups and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• The ability to travel as needed to meet with government officials, attend legislative sessions, and participate in community events.
• A typical office environment with some remote work possible depending on company policy.

Responsibilities

• Legislative Advocacy: Represent the company before government bodies and officials, advocating for legislation and policies that favor our business interests. Develop and execute advocacy strategies that align with our company's objectives.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials, community leaders, and in-state lobbyists to promote the company’s interests and secure support for various initiatives.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive government relations strategies that integrate with the company's overall business goals. Monitor political and legislative environments to anticipate changes that could impact the company.
• Community Engagement: Enhance the company's community relations by participating in community events, public meetings, and other venues to boost corporate visibility and public goodwill.
• Reporting and Compliance: Ensure all lobbying activities are reported in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Maintain transparency in all dealings and ensure ethical conduct in all activities.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional departments to coordinate efforts and share insights that inform broader business strategies.
• Perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Public policy knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science, Public Administration, Law, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Starkey Hearing is seeking a Government Affairs Director at our Eden Prairie, MN headquarters to lead government relations, advocate for policy favorable to Starkey, and secure government contracts. The role requires strategic planning, relationship management with state and federal officials, community engagement, and cross‑functional collaboration to advance Starkey’s business objectives.

This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities to influence public policy and