Manager Government Relations

Job Description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future!

Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus plan
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
• On-the-job/cross-training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

A rare opportunity to join a leading global company driving the sustainability revolution through energy efficiency! Johnson Controls has been recognized numerous times, including:

• “Best Employer for Diversity” by Forbes
• 17-time honoree as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere.com
• Named to TIME’s “World’s Best Companies of 2024”

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate, purpose-led individual to join our Government Relations team as the Manager Government Relations.

What You Will Do

You will provide dynamic and effective support for the company’s public policy and advocacy efforts. As part of a collaborative, diverse, global team, the Manager of Government Relations will assist in developing and executing policy campaigns, projects, and initiatives critical to the company’s success on issues including energy, environment, and technology.

Additionally, the Manager of Government Relations will represent Johnson Controls at political events and industry meetings, bringing external perspectives back into the company to enhance advocacy strategies and policy development. The ideal candidate will also have the organizational skills to manage various department projects and initiatives across three core competencies of policy, advocacy, and political action committee management.

How You Will Do It

• Develop, research, write, and edit materials, including correspondence, legislative summaries, advocacy materials, and presentations for company leadership.
• Assist in monitoring legislative progress using resources such as Politico, the Federal Register, and MultiState.
• Lead, in concert with external consultants, reporting efforts such as LD-2, LD-203, and Federal Election Commission.
• Represent Johnson Controls externally as needed with Capitol Hill meetings, Political Action Committee (PAC) events, and external partner meetings.
• Maintain relationships and coordinate with outside trade associations, NGOs, and other interest groups on shared legislative goals, leading where appropriate.
• Build and maintain relationships with key Congressional and Executive branch officials and ensure our legislative and regulatory goals are shared with them.
• Support the creation and ongoing work of internal cross-functional policy teams.

What We Look For

• 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following: Capitol Hill legislative staff, trade association, non-profit, or lobbying or public relations firm.
• Understanding and prior engagement with industry associations.
• Exceptional and concise verbal and written communication skills, including writing, editing, and public presentations.
• Ability to create effective partnerships with key external stakeholders and internal management.
• Strong knowledge of the federal legislative and regulatory process.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion with integrity, initiative, and limited supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive rapport with executives, sales, and technical colleagues.
• Ability to produce high-quality work within tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Bachelor’s degree required, with relevant experience preferred.
• Experience in the energy and environment policy arena is a plus.

Additional Details

This is a hybrid role based at our Washington DC office. It will require being in-office 2-3 days per week.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $96,000 – $145,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

This role offers a competitive bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the Employee Benefits tab on our main careers page.

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