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Peraton

SVP, Government Relations

Reston, VA · On-site

Track and advise on federal contracting and acquisition policy, including GSA, government-wide acquisition vehicles, and legislative or regulatory developments that affect how the federal government ...

Peraton

SVP, Government Relations

Reston, VA · On-site

Track and advise on federal contracting and acquisition policy, including GSA, government-wide acquisition vehicles, and legislative or regulatory developments that affect how the federal government ...

Mosaic.tech

Head of Government Relations

Arlington, VA · On-site

$250/hr

This position will select and directly manage external advising and lobbying parties, requiring the ... Purpose We are seeking a high-ownership Head of Government Relations to serve as a critical driver ...

Cape

Head of Government Relations

Arlington, VA · On-site

This position will select and directly manage external advising and lobbying parties, requiring the ... Purpose We are seeking a high-ownership Head of Government Relations to serve as a critical driver ...

Socket.dev

Director of Government Relations

Washington, DC · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

C. We are seeking an exceptional, seasoned Government Relations Director/Senior Manager to ... Advise executive leadership on strategic considerations surrounding cross-border transactions and ...

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Sylvania

$125 - $150/hr

Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting BPS funding and operations, and advise ... Knowledge of government relations practices at the federal, state, and local levels. * Knowledge of ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for government relations advisor in the United States is $35.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $48.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Government Relations Advisor is responsible for building and maintaining relationships between an organization and government agencies, policymakers, or other regulatory bodies. They monitor legislative and policy developments, analyze how these changes might impact their organization, and develop strategies to advocate for their organization’s interests. Government Relations Advisors often communicate positions to government officials, coordinate lobbying efforts, and ensure compliance with relevant laws. Their work helps organizations navigate complex regulatory environments and influence public policy decisions.

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To thrive as a Government Relations Advisor, you need a strong background in public policy, regulatory analysis, and strategic communication, often supported by a degree in political science, law, or public administration. Familiarity with legislative tracking systems, policy databases, and stakeholder management tools is essential. Outstanding interpersonal, negotiation, and networking skills help build and maintain productive relationships with government officials and key stakeholders. These skills are crucial for effectively influencing public policy, ensuring compliance, and advancing organizational interests in complex regulatory environments.

How does a Government Relations Advisor typically collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders?

As a Government Relations Advisor, you will regularly collaborate with internal departments such as legal, compliance, and public affairs to align organizational objectives with legislative strategies. Externally, you will build and maintain relationships with government officials, regulatory agencies, and industry associations to advocate for your organization’s interests. Effective communication and coordination are key, as you’ll often serve as a liaison, ensuring that both internal and external stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout policy development and implementation processes.

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Government relations advisors often work in high-pressure environments due to the need to influence policy and manage stakeholder relationships. The role can involve tight deadlines, complex negotiations, and the need for strong communication skills, which may contribute to stress levels. However, job stress varies depending on workload, organization, and individual resilience.
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Director of Government Relations

Topeka, KS • On-site

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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and manage government relations activities to influence legislation, rules, and regulations affecting rural electrification at state and national levels.

  • Build and maintain professional relationships with the Kansas U.S. Congressional delegation, Kansas Legislature, state agencies, and other key stakeholders.

  • Represent Kansas electric cooperatives before governmental and regulatory bodies, oversee grassroots advocacy programs, and serve as lead staff for relevant committees.

Job description

Company: Kansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (KEC)
Job Title: Director of Government Relations
Location: Topeka, KS 
Kansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (KEC), the statewide association for Kansas electric co-ops, is seeking a full-time Director of Government Relations to lead KEC’s legislative advocacy and regulatory engagement. This senior-level position directs government relations activities to promote and influence legislation, rules, regulations, and actions affecting rural electrification and related programs at state and national levels. The Director must be able to build and maintain strong professional relationships with the Kansas U.S. Congressional delegation, the Kansas Legislature, state agencies, member co-op leadership, and other key stakeholders. Additionally, the position oversees KEC’s grassroots advocacy program and serves as executive director of the Kansas Electric Cooperatives’ PAC.
Previous experience related to industry advocacy, lobbying, the Kansas Legislature, and/or work with government agencies or campaigns is required. The applicant must have excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
KEC offers a competitive salary and benefits package including 401(k) with match, NRECA pension plan, health and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays.
To apply, submit a cover letter and résumé by email at careers@kec.org by September 18.
Additional position specifications are listed below:
Responsibilities: 
  • Monitor and review legislative proposals, identify potential consequences on the rural electric program and recommend positions and strategies.
  • Serve as a registered Kansas lobbyist and primary reporting lobbyist.
  • Develop and implement legislative strategies in accordance with association direction and applicable state and federal ethics and laws.
  • Support efforts to promote political involvement of member systems through the development and implementation of KEC’s 3-part advocacy program of direct lobbying, relationship building and financially supporting cooperatively minded candidates.
  • Build relationships with local and state government leaders and staff to best posture the cooperatives.
  • Inform policymakers and the public regarding positions on public policy affecting electric cooperatives.
  • Advise executive management on political activity such as event participation and field corporate campaign finance questions.
  • Represent the company in trade organizations and industry events.
  • Produce and provide additional legislative insight for publications developed in the Government Relations and Communications department such as newsletters, brochures, updates and legislative summaries.
  • Inform employees, Board members, grassroots advocates, and the KEC membership on a timely basis regarding legislative issues and decisions of importance, legal, lobbying activities, and other developments affecting the rural electrification program.
  • Develop and implement grassroots programs designed to involve directors, employees and members of Kansas electric cooperatives in advocacy efforts.
  • Organize grassroots and grasstop activities including association meetings, state and federal legislative events and other programs as established.
  • Work with the KS-America’s Electric Cooperative PAC, in cooperation with the Kansas Electric Cooperatives’ PAC program to build partnerships with member cooperatives to increase political involvement and serve as primary KEC staff contact for both.
  • Monitor regulatory agency activities affecting electric cooperatives and advise management, consultants, and the member systems. Prepare and/or submit regulatory requests as needed. Serve as an additional contact with certain regulatory agency staff and assist in managing those relationships as needed.
  • Provide general assistance to KEC staff and overall programming as needed including but not limited to annual meetings, training, and special events or projects.
Key Requirements:
  • College Degree
  • Must possess a current, valid Kansas driver’s license.
  • Previous experience related to industry advocacy, lobbying, the Kansas Legislature, and/or work with government agencies.
  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Proven experience in effectively communicating with government and other officials.
  • Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to partner effectively within the cooperatives and across the utility industry.
  • Ability to work on matters requiring high degree of confidentiality.
  • Ability to operate computers and associated programs, including Microsoft Office, at the level required to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of the position.
  • Must be able to meet people easily, communicate effectively, both written and verbally, and win employees' and members' confidence.
  • Must desire to keep up with current issues facing electric cooperatives and the impact these issues have on KEC, its members and its communities.

If you want to join a team of forward-looking professionals and are looking for an opportunity to grow in your career, we urge you to send a cover letter and resume to careers@kec.org. To view the full position description, please visit Careers | Kansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc.