Government Affairs Manager

The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) is seeking a full-time Government Affairs Manager.

The Government Affairs Manager plays an important role in advancing the organization’s legislative and regulatory advocacy priorities while helping shape the policy landscape for roadway safety. The Government Affairs Manager supports the activities of the Government Affairs Team across federal policy, regulatory, and industry engagement efforts. Responsibilities include direct engagement with federal policymakers, conducting policy and legislative research, developing advocacy materials and strategic communications, monitoring policy developments, supporting member engagement activities and contributing to the execution of GHSA’s advocacy strategy.

• Federal Advocacy (35%)
• Policy Research (30%)
• Policy Communication (15%)
• Government Affairs Team Support (15%)
• CEO Partnership Support (5%)

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of professional experience working in policy, advocacy, public affairs, government relations, communication, or related work. A bachelor’s degree is required. Experience conducting research and tracking/monitoring policy developments, required. The position requires up to 10% travel.

GHSA represents the state and territorial highway safety offices that implement programs to address behavioral and highway safety issues, including occupant protection, impaired driving and speeding. GHSA provides leadership and advocacy for the States and Territories to improve traffic safety, influence national policy, enhance program management, and promote best practices. GHSA is located on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. For more information about the Governors Highway Safety Association, see www.ghsa.org.

GHSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. GHSA believes in the fundamental principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to actively fostering varying experiences and perspectives.

Starting salary is $75,000 – $85,000 + Benefits. GHSA offers telecommuting up to 2 days per week dependent on business needs. Interested candidates should send their resume and salary expectations to Elizabeth Richards at [email protected].