Tech Policy & Government Affairs Associate

Metrc; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrc is seeking a Government Affairs Associate in the United States to engage with state legislators, regulators, and other stakeholders, introducing our regulatory solution and supporting a broad government affairs strategy.

The role requires deep knowledge of policy-making, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional coordination across teams to advance Metrc’s business interests. Frequent travel (≈30%) and flexible hours are expected to meet regulatory timelines.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, management, or a related field.
• Minimum two years of government affairs experience, preferably across multiple states and on technology issues (or in another regulated industry).
• Experience working in state government or a state legislature a plus.
• Ability to work independently yet collaboratively with internal and external peers, elected officials, regulators, and constituencies; exercise judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Demonstrated understanding of policy-making process; ability to read, analyze, and interpret legislation and regulations.
• Familiarity with Quorum or other legislative tracking software, Salesforce or other CRM software, and MS Office.
• Travel required; must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Embodies Metrc’s Leadership Principles
• Supports the design and implementation of state government affairs strategies in the assigned territory to advance the company’s business interests.
• Oversees state government affairs consultants and lobbyists in your territory and builds relationships with state stakeholder groups.
• Monitor state regulator or commission meetings and track legislative developments using tracking software.
• Collaborate with Metrc Marketing, Communications, and consultant teams on government communications, events, and campaigns.
• Build relationships with government officials and policymakers; report on key metrics using CRM software.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree (political science/public administration/related)

Tools

Quorum

Salesforce

MS Office

Job description

Metrc is seeking a Government Affairs Associate in the United States to engage with state legislators, regulators, and other stakeholders, introducing our regulatory solution and supporting a broad government affairs strategy.

The role requires deep knowledge of policy-making, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional coordination across teams to advance Metrc’s business interests. Frequent travel (≈30%) and flexible hours are expected to meet regulatory timelines.