What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Government Affairs and Public Policy position at Safelite?
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A Brief Overview
The Director of Government Affairs & Public Policy is a senior, strategy-oriented leader responsible for building, structuring and operating Safelite’s Government Affairs and Public Policy function in close partnership with the EVP, General Counsel and SVP of Government Affairs and Public Policy.
Key responsibilities include managing political programs such as the PAC, organizing and planning an annual summit and monitoring, tracking and forecasting legislative developments. The Director will also help shape public policy strategies, build relationships with key stakeholders, and assist with management of lobbyists at the state and federal level.
What You Will Do
Legislative Advocacy & Policy Engagement
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.
This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.
Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws, regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.
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Internal Associates: Already a member of the Safelite team? Apply through your Workday account by searching "Find Open Jobs".
Diversity: Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at Careers http://safelite.com/Careers
Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.
This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.
A Brief Overview
The Director of Government Affairs & Public Policy is a senior, strategy-oriented leader responsible for building, structuring and operating Safelite’s Government Affairs and Public Policy function in close partnership with the EVP, General Counsel and SVP of Government Affairs and Public Policy.
Key responsibilities include managing political programs such as the PAC, organizing and planning an annual summit and monitoring, tracking and forecasting legislative developments. The Director will also help shape public policy strategies, build relationships with key stakeholders, and assist with management of lobbyists at the state and federal level.
What You Will Do
Legislative Advocacy & Policy Engagement
- Monitor and assess legislative, regulatory, and policy developments at the local, state, and federal levels that may impact the business, its operations and its clients.
- Support enterprise-level planning for regulatory and legislative initiatives that align with company priorities, risk posture, and growth strategy.
- Translate complex policy developments into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership and internal stakeholders.
- Build and maintain relationships with local, state, and federal officials, external lobbyists, trade associations, industry coalitions and policy advisors.
- Serve as a central point of coordination between Safelite leaders and external advocacy partners to ensure consistency of message and priorities.
- Represent the company in Ohio and other jurisdictions as needed (e.g. industry forums, coalition meetings).
- Support national and multi-state engagement efforts through planning, preparation and follow through rather than in person advocacy.
- Design and oversee political program infrastructure, including grassroots engagement and bill tracking systems.
- Develop and manage PAC and corporate political giving strategies, including compliance with campaign finance laws, recommending and managing PAC board members, and training and education on responsibilities.
- Establish disciplined processes for approvals, controls, documentation and internal visibility across function activities.
- Prepare executive briefings, dashboards and reports for leadership summarizing legislative activity, emerging risks, and strategic implications.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, including registrations and filings, disclosures and recordkeeping.
- Track legislative trends and provide timely updates requiring leadership attention or business action to internal stakeholders
- Define internal governance frameworks for government affairs activity, ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment with enterprise risk management
- Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Business, or related field required; Master's Degree MPA preferred
- 7-10 years in government affairs, public policy, or a related field required
- Demonstrated experience designing and managing government affairs programs
- Experience managing PACs, political compliance, or regulated political activity.
- Experience working with elected officials, trade associations, or advocacy organizations
- Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including drafting policy briefs and testimony.
- Strategic thinking and policy analysis capabilities.
- Project management and organizational skills.
- High ethical standards and sound political judgment.
- Knowledge of lobbying laws, ethics, and reporting requirements.
- Proficiency in legislative tracking tools and public affairs platforms.
- Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Competitive weekly pay and bonus opportunities.
- Total job benefits valued at more than $10k*. This includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage plans customized to suit your needs and a commitment to work/life balance through our paid time off (PTO) programs, company holidays and paid volunteer days.
- Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year.
- View all our health, wealth and life offerings at www.safelitebenefits.com
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.
This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.
Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws, regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.
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Internal Associates: Already a member of the Safelite team? Apply through your Workday account by searching "Find Open Jobs".
Diversity: Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at Careers http://safelite.com/Careers
Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.
This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.