Manager, Government Affairs

## Job ID 120998

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more… many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we’re all about at John Deere. And it’s why we’re investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world’s brightest minds are tackling the world’s biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we’ll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

**Primary Location:** United States (US) – District of Columbia – Washington, DC
**Function:** Law Svcs and Gov’t Affairs (CA)
**Title:** Manager, Government Affairs – 120998
**Onsite/Remote:** Onsite Position

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## Your Responsibilities

We are seeking a Government Affairs Manager to advance the company’s policy priorities across the agriculture, smart industrial, and manufacturing sectors. This role will focus on issue advocacy and engagement. The ideal candidate brings policy experience, political acumen, and strong bipartisan relationships.

As a Manager, Government Affairs for John Deere located in Washington, DC, you will:

– **Develop federal strategies** — Develop and execute federal government affairs strategies related to agriculture, smart industrial, and manufacturing policy, with a focus on Democratic policymakers and related organizations.
– **Build relationships** — Build and maintain relationships with Democratic Members of Congress, Congressional staff (e.g., Agriculture, Ways & Means, Finance, Energy & Commerce, Commerce, Transportation, Environment & Public Works Committees).
– **Apply policy expertise** — Preferably bring work experience and policy expertise related to competition, self repair, and biofuels.
– **Monitor legislation** — Monitor, analyze, and report on legislation and regulatory actions related to:
– Farm policy (e.g., Farm Bill programs, conservation, crop insurance)
– Manufacturing policy (e.g., domestic production incentives, trade, tax, self repair)
– Smart industrial policy (e.g., AI, data privacy, precision agriculture)
– Labor and workforce issues (e.g., unions, training programs, workforce development, immigration-related labor policy)
– Energy and climate policy (e.g., emissions, ethanol/renewable energy)
– Supply chain resilience and infrastructure
– **Develop materials** — Develop policy positions, comment letters, briefing materials, and talking points for internal leadership.
– **Coordinate advocacy** — Coordinate advocacy efforts including meetings, site visits, and plant/facility tours for policymakers and staff.
– **Partner cross-functionally** — Partner with enterprise operations, legal, and communications teams to align policy priorities with business goals.
– **Represent the company** — Represent the company in industry associations, coalitions, and advocacy groups relevant to agriculture, smart industrial, and manufacturing policy.
– **Support political engagement** — Support political engagement efforts, including PAC strategy, stakeholder mapping, and compliance with lobbying and campaign finance regulations.
– **Provide strategic insights** — Provide strategic insights on the political landscape and recommend proactive engagement opportunities.

**VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position.**

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## What Skills You Need

– **5–8+ years experience** in government, Capitol Hill, federal agencies (USDA, EPA, Treasury, Commerce, Labor), trade associations, or corporate government affairs.
– **Democratic political experience** — Demonstrated experience working with or within Democratic political offices, campaigns, or policy organizations.
– **Strong understanding** of:
– U.S. legislative and regulatory processes
– Agriculture policy
– Smart industrial policy
– Manufacturing and supply chain issues
– **Existing relationships** with Democratic policymakers and staff strongly preferred.
– **Excellent communication** — written and verbal, including policy analysis and stakeholder messaging.
– **Ability to translate policy** developments into business implications.

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## What Makes You Stand Out

– **Agribusiness or manufacturing experience**
– **Competition, self repair, biofuels expertise**
– **Energy and climate framework knowledge**
– **Advocacy campaign experience**
– **Strong interpersonal and political judgment**

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## Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

– Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, political science, or related field.
– Advanced degree preferred.

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## What You’ll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. You’ll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, support to think creatively, and advanced tools and technology that foster innovation.

**Compensation & Benefits include:**

– Flexible work arrangements
– Highly competitive base pay
– Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
– Healthcare benefits with generous HSA contribution
– Adoption assistance
– Employee Assistance Programs
– Tuition assistance
– Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at select locations
– Charitable contribution match
– Employee Purchase Plan & discount programs
– Vacation and Holiday Pay

**Salary Range:** $167,124.00 – $250,680.00 + Benefits

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**Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.**

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## Additional Information

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are guidelines, not minimum requirements.

The terms of applicable benefit plans and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to modify or terminate plans at any time. In the event of a conflict between this document and official Plan Documents, the Plan Documents control.

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