Senior Government Affairs Specialist

# Ocean Spray is hiring for a Senior Government Affairs Specialist!

We’re a team of farmers, thinkers, creators, and doers. Whatever your title, whatever your role — it always comes back to this: we’re a farmer‑owned co‑op where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Three maverick farmers started it all — and we’ve been making our own way ever since.

**Position Location:**
We’re all about flexibility! This is a hybrid role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA, with Mondays and Fridays remote.

The Senior Government Affairs Specialist will monitor priority legislation at the state level and develop and implement advocacy strategies as needed. The Senior Specialist will also manage the Ocean Spray Political Action Committee and support the Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy on federal (U.S. and Canada) and global issues as needed.

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## A Day in the Life

**Track key legislation on priority policy areas at the state level to:**

– Help assess the potential impact of proposed policies on the business by working with various teams across the organization.
– Serve as the primary point of contact for state‑specific and regional trade associations, as well as national trade associations with state affairs functions. Participate in regular meetings, inform the business of movement on key legislation, seek input from the business, and share feedback with trade associations (as appropriate) to strengthen their advocacy efforts in line with Ocean Spray’s interests and priorities.
– Work with the Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy to develop advocacy strategies for significant state‑level legislation, as needed.
– Help legal colleagues prepare for compliance with new state laws by providing advance notice and information related to pending legislation.
– Monitor state and federal funding opportunities for the cooperative and individual growers, and collaborate with teams including Sustainability and Grower Relations to assist in applying for funds.

**Help manage and prioritize Ocean Spray’s Political Action Committee (OSPAC) activities, including:**

– Tracking contributions to elected officials and ensuring compliance with all Federal Election Campaign (FEC) Act requirements.
– Assisting with planning and execution of solicitation campaigns and disbursements.
– Preparing OSPAC report filings to the Federal Election Commission.

**Support the Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy with federal (U.S. and Canada) and global advocacy efforts, including:**

– Researching, summarizing, and tracking key policy proposals.
– Updating tracking documents and presentation materials.

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## What We Are Looking For

### Required
– Bachelor’s Degree in political science, public policy, government, or related field
– Experience in government or politics
– Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

### Preferred
– Knowledge of several state‑level legislative processes and politics
– Experience managing a political action committee (PAC), including preparing all required Federal Election Commission (FEC) filings and disclosures, as well as leading solicitation campaigns

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## Education
– Bachelor’s or University Degree (Required)

## Work Experience
– At least 3 Years of Experience

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## Annual Salary
**$79,400 – $109,230**

The base salary range above serves as a guideline of the position’s typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to, your skills and experience, external and internal benchmarks, as well as overall company considerations.

Certain positions may be eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive rewards. We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well‑being.

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## Benefits

– Complete insurance package on Day‑1 that includes a wide range of health and wellness programs
– Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
– Health savings account
– Flexible spending account
– Life and accident insurance
– Employee assistance program
– Telehealth services
– 1:1 health coaching
– Supportive benefits for all stages of life
– 401(k) with up to 6% company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year‑end
– Short‑Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
– Flexible scheduling options
– Vacation pay, up to three weeks (pro‑rated for first year)
– Holiday pay for 12 holidays
– Career development and growth opportunities
– Tuition/Education assistance programs
– Access to LinkedIn Learning
– Scholarship programs for children of employees
– Parental leave
– Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back‑up care, tutoring, etc.
– Adoption assistance
– Bereavement leave
– Up to $300 fitness reimbursement
– Up to $300 massage reimbursement
– Employee appreciation events
– Employee discounts
– Charitable giving

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## Who We Are

You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into a heated holiday debate about what’s better — canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers who own our cooperative?

They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future.

Team members, farmers, consumers, and communities alike — we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values:

– **Grower Mindset** – We embrace our grower‑owners’ innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning, and focus on the future.
– **Sustainable Results** – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower‑owners.
– **Integrity Above All** – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower‑owners, customers, consumers, and each other.
– **Inclusive Teamwork** – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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## For MA Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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