Strategic Local Government Relations Lead

Ziply Fiber; Kirkland (WA); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

FSA

PTO

Parental leave

Bonus program

Training opportunities

Education reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Ziply Fiber is seeking a Local Government Relations Manager in Kirkland, WA to expand our fiber network by building strong relationships with local governments, utilities, and community leaders. You will navigate permitting, right-of-way, and construction coordination while delivering timely project execution.

The role requires a proactive communicator with policy knowledge and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in a customer support centric environment.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with local governments, public works departments, utilities, and/or agencies involved in right‑of‑way, permitting, construction oversight, or municipal coordination.
• Experience navigating governmental processes, municipal codes, public works standards, and utility coordination requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Public policy/compliance implementation experience.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Applications.
• Ability to lead and manage projects and tasks while effectively representing Ziply Fiber is essential.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and satisfactory driving record.

Responsabilités

• Cultivating and maintaining strategic relationships with key community, public and government officials.
• Meeting regularly with mayors, city council members, county commissioners, administrators, and staff of key cities and counties to articulate the Company’s vision and plans and to obtain support for Ziply Fiber’s initiatives.
• Act as principal contact for Ziply Fiber’s Network Operations team on local government issues and resolution of constituent inquiries.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with local chambers of commerce, economic development councils, and local community groups.
• Works with residents and businesses to resolve issues related to all construction efforts and to create a win‑win solution for the resident, business, and the company.
• Work with city/county and community for active build areas ensuring we are attending to all issues as they arise.

Connaissances

Communication

Multitasking

Project leadership

Customer service

Analytical ability

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Description du poste

Ziply Fiber is seeking a Local Government Relations Manager in Kirkland, WA to expand our fiber network by building strong relationships with local governments, utilities, and community leaders. You will navigate permitting, right-of-way, and construction coordination while delivering timely project execution.

The role requires a proactive communicator with policy knowledge and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams.