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Senior State Relations Specialist - Government

Senior State Relations Specialist - Government

American Honda MotorWashington, DC, United States
29 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda

Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one.  We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success.  We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

Job Purpose

  • This position communicates Honda’s position on public policy issues to public policy makers and informs Honda leadership and working groups about legislation and other policy trends that may impact the company or our products.

Key Accountabilities

  • Read and analyse state and local legislation to determine its viability and its potential impact to the company
  • Work with trade associations to share our public policy positions and ensure their advocacy is consistent with our direction
  • Directly lobby public policy makers to influence public policy and serve as Honda’s POC with government officials
  • Educate public policy makers about Honda goals and initiatives
  • Perform research and special projects as necessary
  • Share detailed and accurate legislative developments and analysis with Honda leaders and business units
  • Utilize various resources, including political context and intelligence, to develop policy proposals and work with GIR leadership and SME's to develop legislative / policy strategies and responses.

    • Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

  • A four year college degree in Government, Business, Journalism, Communications, Pre-law, Public Policy or a related field

    • Minimum Experience :

  • 3 to 5 years working for a state legislator, state legislative tracking service, trade association, grassroots campaign, lobbying firm or other field dealing with state and local legislation and politics,

    • Other Job-Specific Skills

  • Ability to read and analyse legislation
  • Strong understanding of state and local political process
  • Ability to clearly communicate orally and in writing
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

    • Working Conditions

    Job location options :

  • Washington DC
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • Marysville, OH
  • Swepsonville, NC
  • Timmonsville, SC

    • Travel requirements (annual) :

  • Approx. 10% to 15%

    • Visa sponsorship issues

  • This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship

    • What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?

    Total Rewards :

  • Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
  • Paid Overtime
  • Regional Bonus (when applicable)
  • Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
  • Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution

    • Career Growth :

  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Career Mobility
  • Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
  • Training and Development programs

    • Additional Offerings :

  • Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
  • Lifestyle Account
  • Childcare Reimbursement Account
  • Elder Care Support
  • Wellbeing Program
  • Community Service and Engagement Programs
  • Product Programs

    • Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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