Strategic Government Relations Director – Hybrid

Stinson Leonard Street LLP; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 149,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Stinson Leonard Street LLP in Minneapolis seeks a Director of Government Relations to navigate the state and local government landscape, monitor legislation, and provide briefings and client communications. You will coordinate meetings with government officials and clients, and prepare legislative summaries and alerts.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of government relations experience, with strong verbal and written skills, organizational excellence, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Government Affairs, Public Policy, Law or related field.
• 5+ years of government relations experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication plans.
• Draft and submit timely client updates, legislative summaries, fact sheets, newsletters and alerts.
• Monitor and report on legislative committee activities and hearings; organize lobbying activities.
• Establish relationships with legislators, staff and coalition partners; represent clients in meetings.
• Analyze and interpret legislation affecting clients; coordinate client communications efforts.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Government Affairs, Public Policy, Law or related field

Job description

Stinson Leonard Street LLP in Minneapolis seeks a Director of Government Relations to navigate the state and local government landscape, monitor legislation, and provide briefings and client communications. You will coordinate meetings with government officials and clients, and prepare legislative summaries and alerts.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of government relations experience, with strong verbal and written skills, organizational excellence, and the ability to