Manager Of State Government Affairs national

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Manager of State Government Affairs (National)

Duties: Assume lead management of advocacy efforts in all 50 states and is responsible for identifying, monitoring and influencing government legislation and public policy at the state level with the intent to optimize the business environment and preserve educational opportunities for adults seeking to advance their career. Reports to the Director of Government Affairs and requires 30-40% business travel. Political Development – Educate policy decision makers unique strengths and maintain authentic relationships with key state legislators, governors, and state executive branch appointed and elected officials, and their staffs. Secure, execute and manage preparation for senior executive meetings with key state officials. Policy Analysis – Provide insightful analysis of proposed state administrative and legislative actions and their impact. Consider alternative policy prescriptions and their impacts on other stakeholders. In close working partnership with academic and business teams, develop policy positions and messaging tailored to target audiences. Advocacy – Communicate directly with government officials and staff, in the advancement of public policy priorities. Demonstrate thought leadership and subject matter expertise where University objectives can be advanced through proactive public policy engagement. Manage state contract lobbyists to effectively advance policy advocacy strategies. Develop issue advocacy materials and presentations, testimony for delivery to legislative committees and bodies, and internal messaging for key contacts. Tracking and Intelligence Gathering – Identify and monitor legislative and regulatory activities for their ripeness and potential impact, and report to internal partners in a timely and precise manner. Associations and Coalitions – Serve on relevant task forces and working groups where policy interests are aligned and University leadership can be exerted. Represent the university with state associations and participate as directed in meetings and work of national associations. Third-Party Partnerships – Similarly, build and lead other disparate advocacy coalition efforts intended to raise awareness on competency-based education, adult education, online, barriers to learner licensure, innovation in higher education and the importance of fostering a business environment friendly to technology innovation investment and workforce alignment. Focus on helping to cultivate University strategic partnerships with business, other institutions, and professional organizations. Leverage internal resources to support outreach plans.

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