Government Relations Representative

Description

Government Relations Representative

Level

Entry

Job Location

Headquarters – Baltimore, MD

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree or Related Work Experience

Travel

Some local travel required

Job Categories

Insurance

Description

Maryland Auto Insurance, a Property & Casualty insurance carrier and independent agency of the State of Maryland, is located in the charming Locust Point neighborhood of Baltimore. We offer an excellent benefit package including comprehensive health and dental coverage, pension plan, 401(k) plan, and an incentive program tied to strategic corporate and departmental goals.

Nature of Work:

Maryland Auto is seeking a Government Relations Representative to join our Government Relations team. The successful candidate assists the Government Relations Team and will interact with State elected and appointed officials and government agencies on behalf of Maryland Auto and its policyholders. The Government Relations representative will assist in advocating for laws, regulations, and policies that will enhance Maryland Auto Insurance’s business plan and interests.

In addition to the information contained in this position description, work standards are established by the department. The employee’s performance is measured using these work standards.

Major Responsibilities:

– Monitors legislation and policy activities that could have an effect on Maryland Auto or its policyholders. Organizational skills and responsibilities regarding proposed legislation and policy initiatives include, but are not limited to, providing regular updates to Maryland Auto leadership about relevant policy proposals and actions and working with Maryland Auto staff to analyze potential impacts to the organization and clients.
– Analyzes and interprets legislation and policy documents.
– Communicates and advocates Maryland Auto priorities to State elected officials.
– Builds and maintains professional relationships with elected officials, State agencies, and staff.
– Collaborates with industry advocates, State agencies, and the Governor’s Legislative Office to discuss legislative activity.
– Develops a wide range of legislative materials including, but not limited to, written and oral testimony, reports, talking points, factsheets, and letters.
– Testifies before legislative committees in support or opposition, aligning with the organization’s interest on a particular topic.
– Assists with the development and implementation of legislation and special projects.

Representative position

$46,736 – $70,045

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required:

Experience in government relations, public policy, legislative affairs, or lobbying, preferably within the Maryland state government or in a regulated industry.
Experience in coalition building and stakeholder engagement, with the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external audiences.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Prefer knowledge of:
– State legislative and executive processes.
– Maryland insurance laws, regulations, bulletins, and policies, especially regarding motor vehicle insurance.

Skills in:
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
– Attention to detail and strong follow-through.
– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
– Working independently, as well as with teams.
– Ability to manage and prioritize numerous meetings, hearings, bill deadlines, fiscal note requests, and legislative staff inquiries.

Maryland Auto Insurance is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA accommodation for an interview should request the accommodation when notified of a request to be interviewed. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.

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