Public Policy Manager

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Job Description

U.S. Bank is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Public Policy Manager to join our growth-oriented government relations team. A successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the company’s engagement on strategic financial services policy priorities.

The Public Policy Manager will establish relationships with key regulators and staff, administration officials, trade association experts, and other relevant leaders. This position requires proactive identification and response to policy matters at the federal level. You will engage with professionals internally and communicate directly with business lines on key issues relating to U.S. Bank’s interests.

As a member of our government affairs team, the Public Policy Manager will play a critical role in shaping policies, advocating for the bank, and advancing our organization’s strategic objectives at the federal level. The candidate will have experience and interest in financial services matters.

The Public Policy Manager will represent U.S. Bank on trade association and other public policy association boards and committees, and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders. As a trusted advisor to U.S. Bank leadership, you will prepare them to engage on public policy issues on the company’s behalf. You will foster and develop U.S. Bank leadership in trade associations while appropriately updating senior management on developments through regular updates, reports, and presentations. Additionally, you will help fulfill our engagement strategy.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum 5 years of government service, trade association, financial experience or equivalent

Preferred Skills/Experience

Experience working with federal officials

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to clearly articulate positions, narratives, and concepts effectively. Research and develop arguments and draft important communications and documents such as legislative and political reports, and issue briefings

Ability to effectively interface with government officials and senior company leaders

Strong organizational and time management skills, with an ability to prioritize under short timelines

Proven collaborator, able to work well in a small team and complete a variety of tasks to achieve team goals

Experienced business traveler with an ability to manage travel expenses and occasional travel

Knowledge of the financial services industry and financial regulatory initiatives

Advanced degree in Law, Public Policy, Business Administration or related field is a plus

Work Environment

The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there’s an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That’s why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security, and give you peace of mind.

Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location, or hours):

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

Basic term and optional term life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Pregnancy disability and parental leave

401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

Adoption assistance

Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Equal Opportunity Employer

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

Compensation

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, 401(k) contribution, and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Pay Range: $148,495.00 – $174,700.00 – $192,170.00

Background Checks and Legal Compliance

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with, the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

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