Director, Government and Public Affairs

Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.

A Brief Overview

The Director of Government Affairs & Public Policy plays a critical role in advancing the company's legislative, regulatory, and political priorities. This position supports strategic engagement with U.S. federal, state, and local governments, as well as foreign and industry partners. The Director will represent the company across all 50 states and occasionally at the federal level, advocating for policies that protect and promote business interests.

Key responsibilities include managing political programs such as the PAC, grassroots engagement, and bill tracking. The Director will also help shape public policy strategies, build relationships with key stakeholders, and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

What You Will Do

Legislative Advocacy & Policy Engagement

• Monitor government activities that may impact the business and its clients.
• Support strategic planning for regulatory and legislative initiatives.
• Advocate for or against legislation and public policy changes aligned with company priorities.
• Communicate policy positions to government officials and industry partners.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with local, state, and federal officials, lobbyists, and trade associations.
• Represent the company in Ohio and other jurisdictions as needed.
• Engage with national lobbying groups and industry coalitions.
  
  

Political Program Management

• Oversee grassroots engagement and bill tracking systems.
• Develop and manage PAC and corporate giving strategies in compliance with campaign finance laws.
• Recommend and manage PAC Board members, including training and education on legal responsibilities.
  
  

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare briefings and reports for leadership on legislative developments.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, including registrations and filings.
• Stay current on legislative trends and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
  
  

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's Degree in political science, Public Administration, Business, or related field required
• Master's Degree MPA or JD preferred
• 7-9 years in government affairs, public policy, or a related field required
• 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.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with auto glass repair industry issues (preferred).
• Knowledge of lobbying laws, ethics, and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in legislative tracking tools and public affairs platforms.
• Ability to influence policy through coalition-building and direct advocacy
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Established relationships with industry stakeholders and advocacy groups
  
  

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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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.