Strategic State Government Affairs Lead

Dow Inc.; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow in Austin, TX, is seeking a State Government Affairs Director to lead integrated state government affairs, advocacy, and stakeholder strategies.

You will develop and execute strategies to advance Dow's business objectives, protect its license to operate, and influence policymakers with clear, credible messaging.

This role requires building senior‑level coalitions, managing risk, and guiding policy initiatives across state lines to support manufacturing growth and economic development.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.
• A minimum of 10years of public policy and/or government advocacy experience.
• A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute state government affairs strategies aligned with Dow's business priorities and advocacy objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with governors, legislators, economic development officials, and other stakeholders to advance Dow's interests.
• Represent Dow before state legislative bodies, executive branch agencies, regulatory authorities, and other governmental entities.
• Draft, review, and support proposed legislative amendments, regulatory language, and official comments during rulemaking and legislative processes.
• Coordinate advocacy efforts across Dow manufacturing sites, business leaders, trade associations, NGOs, and external consultants to ensure a unified approach.
• Advance policies that promote manufacturing competitiveness, energy affordability, infrastructure investment, workforce development, innovation, and economic growth.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Analytical Thinking

Issues Advocacy

Public Policies

Education

Bachelor's degree / military experience (US E5 / Canadian PO2nd Class or Sergeant)

Job description

Dow in Austin, TX, is seeking a State Government Affairs Director to lead integrated state government affairs, advocacy, and stakeholder strategies.

You will develop and execute strategies to advance Dow's business objectives, protect its license to operate, and influence policymakers with clear, credible messaging.

This role requires building senior‑level coalitions, managing risk, and guiding policy initiatives across state lines to support manufacturing growth and economic development.