Top Government Affairs Executive (Federal Level) jobs in Santa Fe, NM

Top Government Affairs Executive (Federal Level) leads strategic planning and directs engagement objectives to develop and maintain productive relations with all levels of government authorities that will support and enhance the businesses' goals. Develops plans, policies, and teams to build relationships and liaise with government entities (federal, state, provincial, or local) that regulate or influence business activities. Being a Top Government Affairs Executive (Federal Level) directs ongoing monitoring and analysis of proposed legislation, emerging issues, and trends to determine the potential impact on the organization. Collaborates with industry groups and organizations with complementary objectives to achieve objectives. Additionally, Top Government Affairs Executive (Federal Level) creates communication vehicles and delivers messaging to inform and support business leaders. Requires a bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, business or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Top Government Affairs Executive (Federal Level) manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Government Affairs Director
  • Animal Protection of New Mexico
  • Santa Fe, NM FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Government Affairs Director

    Posting Date(s): July 2023, until filled

    Employment Start Date: As soon as possible

    Employment Category: Regular, exempt, full-time employment

    Compensation: Competitive salary, generous paid time off, 100% employer paid health
    insurance, 70% employer paid dental insurance; employee paid group vision insurance,
    and employer contribution of up to 1% of salary to a 401k retirement plan annually.
    Full-time Starting Salary: $60,785 (with no prior relevant experience), with final offer
    based on demonstrated relevant experience.

    (Example: Candidates with 10 years of experience will earn approximately $68,383.)

    Location: Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico

    Reporting to: Chief Government Affairs Officer

    Summary of Position:

    Position Responsibility:
    To bring about systemic change for animals in New Mexico by pursuing the passage of
    legislation to protect animals and opposing legislation harmful to animals in New
    Mexico—at primarily the state level and occasionally the local and federal levels—
    through Animal Protection New Mexico (APNM) and its 501(c)(4) arm Animal Protection
    Voters (APV).

    Position Objectives:

    • Influence policymakers, including a presence during the annual state legislative
    session during both regular and evening hours (physical presence in Santa Fe
    required; online presence and monitoring supplementing as needed)

    • Engage in full-spectrum lobbying work, including tracking and analyzing legislation,
    conducting in-depth issue and legislative research, testifying at committee
    hearings, developing and delivering lobbying materials, traveling to interim
    committee meetings across the state, and engaging in savvy relationship-building
    tactics and opportunities
    • Utilize lobbying and influence work to advocate for animal protection policies as
    well as for funding for animal protection causes including APNM
    programs/projects and for other animal-related entities, programs, or projects
    • Steward and organize APNM/APV grassroots supporters to support legislative
    initiatives, including: organizing of Lobby Day at the Capitol and other events and
    outreach opportunities, responding to general public inquiries/comments on
    APV’s work, and working closely with the marketing & communications
    department to develop regular public communications
    • Manage the APV volunteer program to support APNM/APV’s legislative initiatives,
    including: phonebanking, event production, and outreach activities.
    • Manage and conduct APV’s voter engagement strategies, candidate questionnaire
    and endorsement processes, and fundraising events & efforts
    • Serve as a spokesperson on issues/legislation in the media and at
    public/community outreach events or presentations
    • Take on any other tasks as needed to facilitate successful advocacy for animals
    on behalf of APV and APNM, including donor stewardship and development


    Skills and Competency Areas:

    • Computer-literate and experienced in using a variety of computer software and
    online tools including Microsoft Outlook email, Excel, Word, online research, social
    media, and adept at learning new software platforms
    • Strong commitment to work non-traditional hours (e.g., evenings, weekends,
    extended hours) during the state legislative sessions and election seasons to meet
    deadlines or achieve outcomes
    • Ability to effectively and considerately communicate and work with diverse
    coworkers, constituents, partners, and stakeholders (diverse in race, ethnicity,
    culture, gender, age, opinions, political ideologies, etc.)
    • Persuasive oral communication, written communication, public speaking, and
    negotiation skills
    • Works well independently, as well as part of a collaborative team environment
    • Strong aptitude for planning and managing multiple goals/projects/tasks
    simultaneously with attention to detail
    • Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure or in conflict situations
    • Proven initiative-taker when presented with the opportunity to research or learn
    something new
    • Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills
    • Can adapt and respond with flexibility to reasonable changes in work priorities and

    circumstances

    Travel Requirements: Occasional travel within New Mexico as needed and relevant to
    the work.

    • Must have (or obtain within 3-months from the date of hire) and maintain a

    current, valid State of New Mexico driver’s license; must have and maintain an
    insurable driving record under APNM’s vehicle insurance policy.

    • Any employee using their personal vehicle for APNM business must have and
    provide proof of current liability insurance that meets or exceeds State-required
    minimum coverages, or other coverages required by APNM.


    Minimum Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting/moving materials for some
    projects. Wheeled carts are available. Candidates must be able to sit (or stand if
    preferred) for long periods of time.

    Education/Experience Requirements:
    Minimum candidate qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree related to law, government, public administration, or
    public policy
    • Familiarity generally with legislative processes and procedures and
    statutory/regulatory frameworks
    • Experience with public policy, grassroots advocacy campaigns, voter
    outreach, and event planning
    • Commitment to the welfare and protection of animals
    Preferred candidate qualifications:
    • Post-graduate or professional degree related to law, government,
    public administration, or public policy
    • Knowledge of New Mexico legislative processes and procedures and
    statutory/regulatory frameworks
    • Demonstrated competence for analyzing and distilling legislative
    language and policy goals
    • Demonstrated savvy in lobbying, rapport-building, coalition-building,
    and negotiation, with regard to diverse constituents and stakeholders
    • Demonstrated awareness of and interest in the major animal protection
    issues in New Mexico
    • Nonprofit organization experience


    How to Apply: Send resume and cover letter via email with the subject line: “APNM
    Government Affairs Director Application” to Jessica Shelton, Chief Government Affairs
    Officer at jessica@apnm.org.

  • 21 Days Ago

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Government Affairs Manager (FT)
  • Western Resource Advocates
  • Santa Fe, NM FULL_TIME
  • Salary Range: $73,000.00 To 90,000.00 Annually.Position Summary:Western Resource Advocates (WRA) is hiring a Government Affairs Manager to join our team in New Mexico. Working under the direction of t...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Government Affairs Manager
  • Western Resource Advocates
  • Santa Fe, NM FULL_TIME
  • Salary Range: $73,000.00 To 90,000.00 Annually.Position Summary:Western Resource Advocates (WRA) is hiring a Government Affairs Manager to join our team in New Mexico. Working under the direction of t...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Protocol Specialist (Government Affairs Specialist 1/2)
  • Los Alamos National Laboratory
  • Los Alamos, NM OTHER
  • What You Will Do This position will be filled at either the Government Affairs Specialist 1/Government Affairs Specialist 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job res...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Construction Oversight Supervisor and Construction Assessors needed for Federal projects
  • Parsons Government Services Inc.
  • Los Alamos, NM FULL_TIME
  • In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career worki...
  • 20 Days Ago

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PROJECT MANAGER - FEDERAL
  • Alaska Native Corporation- Federal Contractors
  • Farmington, NM FULL_TIME
  • PROJECT MANAGER | YUKON MANAGEMENTJOB OVERVIEWYukon Management is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee civil construction projects in Farmington, New Mexico and help develop ...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Account Executive
  • The Judge Group
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • The Account Executive is responsible to maximize sales growth profitably. To accomplish this, (s)he is responsible for r...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Officer
  • Allied Universal
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give yo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bookkeeper Office Manager
  • Urbanna landscaping
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Job Description Job Description We are searching for the right and the exceptional Bookeeper Office Manager Growing land...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Airport Security Officer
  • City of Santa Fe, NM
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • AIRPORT - Under the direct supervision of the Airport Security Coordinator, the Airport Security Officers are responsibl...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Office Engineer
  • Executive Placements
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • Job Description Job Description Exciting Opportunity Alert: Office Engineer in Los Alamos, NM! Are you a recent graduate...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director
  • Renewable Energy Transmission Authority
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • The New Mexico Renewable Energy Transmission Authority (RETA) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Execut...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Assistant - Front Office/Back Office
  • MILAGRO VEIN SOLUTIONS LLC
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Job Description Job Description Dr. Joseph M. Smith, and the Center for Venous Disease is looking for an experienced Med...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Officer - Armed
  • Allied Universal®
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Overview Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers t...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Santa Fe (/ˌsæntəˈfeɪ/ or /ˈsæntəˌfeɪ/; Tewa: Oghá P'o'oge, Navajo: Yootó) is the capital of the U.S. state of New Mexico. It is the fourth-largest city in the state and the seat of Santa Fe County. This area was occupied for at least several thousand years by indigenous peoples who built villages several hundred years ago, on the current site of the city. It was known by the Tewa inhabitants as Ogha Po'oge ("White Shell Water Place"). The city of Santa Fe, founded by Spanish colonists in 1610, is the oldest state capital in the United States. Santa Fe (meaning "holy faith" in Spanish) had a p...
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Income Estimation for Top Government Affairs Executive (Federal Level) jobs
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Santa Fe, New Mexico area prices
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