Government Affairs Manager jobs in Oklahoma
Government Affairs Manager implements strategic plans and oversees engagement objectives to develop and maintain productive relations with all levels of government authorities that will support and enhance the businesses' goals. Manages teams that build relationships and liaise with government entities(federal, state, provincial, or local) that regulate or influence business activities. Being a Government Affairs Manager performs 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, Government Affairs Manager 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 a director. The Government Affairs Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Government Affairs Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Government Affairs Manager jobs
Government and Community Affairs Division Manager
- The State of Oklahoma
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UNKNOWN, OK
FULL_TIME
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Job Posting TitleGovernment and Community Affairs Division ManagerAgency345 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONSupervisory OrganizationDeputy DirectorJob Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)April 05, 2024Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)Full/Part-TimeFull timeJob TypeRegularCompensation$122,000 Level IIJob DescriptionThe Government and Community Affairs Division Manager leads the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) Division responsible for formulating and refining Oklahoma’s transportation policy; representing and promoting ODOT’s interests in federal and state legislative and rule-making processes; maintaining positive and collaborative relationships with government representatives and agencies across the spectrum of federal, tribal, state, county, city, town, and neighborhood; and ensuring effective strategic communication and engagement with stakeholders, communities and the general public through all means and methods, including traditional and social media.
This individual will:- Build and maintain positive relationships with federal, tribal, state, and local government officials.
- Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments that may impact the organization.
- Actively represent the Department in federal transportation reauthorization, federal/state appropriations, and state legislative processes.
- Advocate for the organization's interests with policymakers and government agencies.
- Develop and execute strategies to shape public policy in alignment with the organization's objectives.
- Oversee and monitor policies, processes, events, and initiatives to garner input and understanding of communities’ concerns and ensure consideration of those concerns in ODOT’s projects and programs.
- Ensure effective communication with the public through social and mainstream media for all ODOT operations and initiatives.
- Plan and oversee the preparation of materials, videos, press releases, statements, and briefing documents to support the agency's needs.
- Plan and oversee recurring events such as monthly commission meetings and press conferences and assist with special events like ODOT-hosted or sponsored symposiums.
- Work closely with internal ODOT teams and agency leadership to ensure effective messaging to achieve agency goals.
- Collaborate with external partners, industry associations, and advocacy groups to amplify the organization's effectiveness.
- Manage the Government Affairs, Visual Communications, and Public Relations areas of ODOT in this newly organized Division.
- Provide exceptional customer service to internal ODOT program and project staff.
The ideal candidate will:- Be experienced in federal and state legislative processes, and federal rule-making procedures related to transportation.
- Have an understanding of public and transportation policy issues and community dynamics.
- Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Possess political acumen and demonstrate good judgement.
- Be a motivational team builder and leader; empower direct reports to accomplish goals; delegate while leading and mentoring staff.
- Have the ability to manage and work successfully with personnel and peers in both a physical and remote work environment.
- Have strong time management and decision-making skills; be a self-motivator who is independent, flexible and creative.
- Have the ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, both logical and interpersonal.
- Have the ability to adjust and handle multiple, rapid, changing priorities. Be able to cope with stress related to standard job functions, including but not limited to: meeting deadlines, receiving customer complaints and finding resolutions to the same, interactions with Transportation internal and external clients, multi-tasking and ability to handle high volume of work assignments, and all other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:Education and Experience required at this level consists of a master’s degree and two years of professional experience; OR a bachelor’s degree and three years of professional experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional level experience for each year of the required education.
Degrees in Public Administration, Communications, or transportation-related fields are preferred.
Preferences:- Proven experience in federal authorization and appropriations processes.
- Strong understanding of public and transportation policy issues, legislative processes, and community dynamics.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal).
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to lead teams of professional staff, measure performance, implement initiatives and manage change.
- Knowledge of ODOT programs and processes.
- Knowledge of process improvement and change management.
This position is designated as exempted service. Civil Service and Human Capital Modernization Rule 260: 130-1-2 defines an exempted employee as an employee who does not have complaint rights with the Civil Service Division on disciplinary actions and is not more than five percent (5%) of an agency's employees designated as executive management as determined by the agency Director.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'. -
- 18 Days Ago
RN Unit Manager
- OK Department of Veterans Affairs
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Claremore, OK
FULL_TIME
- ODVA is seeking full-time RN Unit Managers for a State Veterans Home located in Claremore, OK . ODVA offers a comprehensive Benefits Package, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost ...
- 16 Days Ago
Administrative Programs Manager I/II
- Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs
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Tecumseh, OK
FULL_TIME
- CompensationAdministrative Programs Manager I/II - $23.25 an hour Basic PurposePositions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving professional level work in managing, coordinating or...
- 24 Days Ago
Reporting and Government Compliance Manager
- Metrea
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Bethany, OK
FULL_TIME
- Company OverviewMetrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on ...
- 2 Days Ago
Reporting and Government Compliance Manager
- Metrea Management LLC
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Bethany, OK
FULL_TIME
- Company OverviewMetrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on ...
- 21 Days Ago
Manager Government Business Job
- FlightSafety International
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Broken Arrow, OK
OTHER
- FlightSafety InternationalPurpose of PositionResponsible for advising the Program Office and Director in matters of proposal pricing, cost control, tracking and reporting, acting as liason between Pro...
- 2 Months Ago
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Government Affairs Manager
- Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties
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Bellevue, WA
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Government Affairs Manager
- Cirba Solutions
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Washington, DC
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- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Business Development Manager
- Recidiviz
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New York, NY
- Location: Remote, New York City, or SF Bay Area Role Type: Full-time Compensation: $131,000 Visa sponsorship: Not availa...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Legislative & Government Affairs Manager
- CAIR California
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Anaheim, CA
- Work Location: Sacramento, CA. Term: Full-time, occasional evening and weekends required Position Status: Exempt Salary:...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Government Affairs Manager
- Flock Safety
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Austin, TX
- Job Description Job Description Who is Flock? Flock Safety is an all-in-one technology solution to eliminate crime and k...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sr. Legislative Representative
- Air Line Pilots Association
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Washington, DC
- Sr. Legislative Representative US-DC-Washington Job ID: 2024-0028 Type: 4 (Exempt, Bargaining Unit 1 (EB) # of Openings:...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Chief Legal Counsel
- Northern Arizona Healthcare
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Flagstaff, AZ
- Northern Arizona Healthcare is the largest health care organization in a region that encompasses more than 50,000 square...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Oklahoma
Oklahoma is the 20th-largest state in the United States, covering an area of 69,899 square miles (181,040 km2), with 68,595 square miles (177,660 km2) of land and 1,304 square miles (3,380 km2) of water. It lies partly in the Great Plains near the geographical center of the 48 contiguous states. It is bounded on the east by Arkansas and Missouri, on the north by Kansas, on the northwest by Colorado, on the far west by New Mexico, and on the south and near-west by Texas. Much of its border with Texas lies along the Southern Oklahoma Aulacogen, a failed continental rift. The geologic figure defi...
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Income Estimation for Government Affairs Manager jobs
$122,786 to $180,339
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What does a Government Affairs Manager do?
Government Affairs Manager in Savannah, GA
Establishing a positive, credible and influential presence forNestlé with relevant state and federal government authorities.
January 02, 2020
Government Affairs Manager in Fort Worth, TX
In this newly created role, the Associate Director of Public Policy & Government Affairs UK will report to the Head of External Affairs.
February 04, 2020
Government Affairs Manager in Santa Ana, CA
The Associate Director will work with the Head of External Affairs to develop and execute the government affairs strategy by building and maintaining relationships with key elected political leaders and their staffs, relevant ministry and other government agency officials to advance national policy goals.
December 13, 2019