Government Affairs Manager II, Northwest

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential technology client seeking a Government Affairs Manager II to cover the Pacific Northwest region. This role exists to build relationships with elected officials and stakeholders, shape legislative and regulatory outcomes, and ensure our client maintains a strong voice in state and local policy discussions that impact their business operations.

The ideal candidate will reside in AK, ID, MT, ND, OR, SD, or WA. This is a remote position with frequent travel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a robust network of policymaker relationships across northwest state and local government, with coverage of key officials and influencers
• Craft and execute legislative, regulatory, and political strategies to advance state and local policy goals, including hearing preparation, testimony delivery, and regulatory proceeding participation
• Build and maintain coalitions of third-party political, advocacy, and industry allies to support strategic policy objectives, including active representation in trade associations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with policy development, legal, and public engagement teams to create integrated advocacy campaigns and coherent policy solutions
• Manage external consultant relationships and annual government affairs budgets, with regular reporting to keep stakeholders informed of policy developments

What We're Looking For

Required qualifications:

• 5+ years of state or local government, policy, or corporate government relations experience
• Established policymaker relationships with confidence engaging elected officials and executives
• Deep understanding of state and local lawmaking and regulatory processes
• Strategic thinking abilities with polished oral and written presentation skills
• Proven ability to thrive under pressure, balancing long-term and short-term priorities to deliver results
• Resourceful and entrepreneurial approach with a bias toward action and willingness to travel frequently
• Collaborative mindset with a positive, can-do attitude

Preferred qualifications:

• Expertise in labor/workforce, ecommerce, or tech policy
• Experience with Slack

How We Work With You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, our recruiting team will screen your application and qualifications. If there's a strong match, we'll conduct an initial interview to discuss your background and the opportunity in detail. We will then submit qualified candidates to our client for their consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client directly, as all applications must be processed through Get A Job.ai to be considered.

Pay

Pay via Get A Job.ai will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Get A Job.ai is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.