Director, State & Local Government Affairs - Western U.S.
Marriott
工作地点
Bethesda, MD, USA
雇佣形态
全职工
招聘信息详细内容
Job Number 23113833
Job Category Public Relations & Communications
Location Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? Y
Relocation? N
Position Type Management
Business Context
Global Corporate Communications and Public Policy, a function of Global Communications & Public Affairs (GCPA), is responsible for public policy advocacy, external stakeholder engagement, media relations, and executive positioning that enhances the company’s reputation, executive thought leadership opportunities and operating environment for Marriott’s business.
Within this team, the Government Affairs group has responsibility for: (i) assessing business objectives and developing supportive public affairs strategies; (ii) monitoring, reviewing, and influencing federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory activity impacting corporate operations; (iii) managing external relationships with industry professionals, associations and coalitions advancing public policy that benefits our company and associates; (iv) guiding operational units engaging with government officials; and (v) overseeing company-wide political compliance and campaign giving, including managing Marriott’s Political Action Committee (MARPAC).
JOB Summary
The Director, State & Local Government Affairs, Western U.S., will be a key member of Marriott International’s Government Affairs group, working to advance the interests of the company with state and local legislators, regulators, mayors, governors and other non-governmental stakeholders influencing state and local policy development primarily in the following states: Hawaii, California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, and Colorado.
This position will be responsible for autonomously managing a multi-issue and multi-jurisdictional policy portfolio, serving as a subject matter expert and primary representative of the company with relevant state and local policymakers focused on the above-mentioned markets. This will include responsibility for continuously monitoring and analyzing state legislative and regulatory activity for its impact on business operations while maintaining robust relationships with (1) policymakers in key state capitals and their staffs, and (2) company leaders as needed to inform advocacy and compliance strategies. In addition, this position will also manage relationships with state and local external consultants, lobbyists, business associations and coalitions to advance the company’s policymaking objectives.
This position reports to the Sr. Director, State Government Affairs, and in time may have one or more direct reports. This position will work remotely with a preference for candidates located in the Western U.S., ideally California. This position will require travel both to covered states and Marriott’s Global Headquarters in Bethesda, MD.
Expected Contributions
The primary responsibilities of the Director, State & Local Government Affairs, Western U.S. will be as follows:
• Lead and oversee Marriott’s engagement in state and local legislative and political affairs, including:
• Identifying policy priorities through internal stakeholder engagement;
• Managing a multi-issue policy portfolio, including independently analyzing relevant legislative and regulatory activity across various jurisdictions and developing company positioning;
• Building content for advocacy campaigns while managing strategic deployment of outside consultants, lobbyists and coalition partners;
• Developing and maintaining relationships with state and local officials, as well as their staffs, to build receptivity to company policy goals;
• Representing the company with state trade associations and coalitions to drive broader alignment with advancing the company objectives;
• Developing and executing strategic political giving plans in consultation with leadership and representing the company at fundraisers, conventions and related political events; and
• Overseeing grassroots political engagement by Business Councils and other property-level associates.
• Provide political counsel to corporate senior leadership by:
• Informing senior leadership and /or developing executive communications on state and local policy matters;
• Educating field, legal, and operations leaders on legislative/regulatory changes that impact business activity and providing guidance as they implement compliance strategies;
• Identifying and preparing executives for potential political sensitivities or proactive engagement opportunities arising during the course of public appearances or other business activities; and
• Collaborating with cross-company functions to ensure message alignment on policy issues to inform communications and business positioning.
• Support other Government Affairs activities and projects, including:
• Identifying, shaping and/or creating opportunities at public events to educate policymakers, staff and influencers about Marriott to bolster company reputational and political capital;
• Developing or overseeing the creation of content for internal and external communications related to state and local policy developments;
• Representing the Government Affairs office with internal or external stakeholders to provide education about the function or build support for MARPAC;
• Representing the company at fundraising events and other community/non-governmental partner events; and
• Building programming for Government Affairs Day “Fly Ins” with Business Council and property leaders.
Requirements for Position:
Successful candidates should possess knowledge and experience as follows:
• Four-year college degree required, with advanced studies or a graduate degree in political science, public policy or a related field preferred;
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience working in a state or local legislative office, in a legislative affairs or policy role within a state agency or Governor’s office, or in a government relations role, with a mix of government and private sector experience preferred;
• Fluency with state and local political and legislative processes, as well as experience with grassroots and coalition management;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, including:
• Ability to relate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders;
• Ability to build, facilitate and participate in collaboration between diverse groups;
• Ability to effectively interpret and address needs of diverse constituents; and
• Ability to integrate data effectively and work diplomatically with a broad range of individuals, including senior management and government officials.
• Ability to undertake significant travel (approaching 50% during peak winter/spring state legislative season). Flexibility to travel and attend evening events.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with attention to detail;
• Self-starter who takes initiative and follows through on tasks to completion; ability to work independently;
• Demonstrated ability to articulate and synthesize complex issues and present information effectively to diverse audiences;
• Ability to work well under pressure, set and adapt to continually changing workload priorities, and effectively manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision;
• Ability to independently identify and analyze problems/issues, assess risks, create and evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend a course of action;
• Ability to maintain security and confidentiality of sensitive information;
• Experience in the hospitality industry combined with a strong knowledge of related products, services, solutions and strategies.
California Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $107,850.00 to $239,250.00 annually.
Colorado Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $107,850.00 to $217,498.00 annually.
New York City & Westchester County, NY Applicants Only : The salary range for this position is $130,500.00 to $239,250.00 annually.
Washington Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $107,850.00 to $239,250.00 annually. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible to receive an annual bonus. Employees will accrue 0.04616 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 7 holidays annually.
All locations offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, educational assistance, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. Marriott International considers for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
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