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University of Toledo

Serves as the chief government relations officer for UToledo spanning local, state and federal government relationships and provides key insights to and oversees UToledo's contract lobbyists. In ...

University of Toledo

Serves as the chief government relations officer for UToledo spanning local, state and federal government relationships and provides key insights to and oversees UToledo's contract lobbyists. In ...

Everfox

Director, Government Relations

Herndon, VA · On-site

Title Director, Government Relations Reports To Chief Corporate Affairs Officer (CCAO) Position Summary The Director, Government Relations serves as Everfox's advocate to federal stakeholders ...

Everfox

Director, Government Relations

Herndon, VA

Chief Corporate Affairs Officer (CCAO) Position Summary The Director, Government Relations serves as Everfox's advocate to federal stakeholders, driving legislative and regulatory outcomes that ...

Golden Bank NA

Community Relations Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

... government agencies, chambers of commerce, and customers. This position promotes the Bank's mission ... The Community Relations Officer serves as a key ambassador for the Bank throughout its markets.

Qcells

Head of Government Relations

Washington, DC

$299K - $315K/yr

The Head of Government Relations is a critical leadership role within the Qcells Corporate Affairs ... Due to the reporting relationship with the Global CEO and the need to coordinate with Global ...

Qcells

Head of Government Relations

Washington, DC · On-site

$299K - $315K/yr

The Head of Government Relations is a critical leadership role within the Qcells Corporate Affairs ... Due to the reporting relationship with the Global CEO and the need to coordinate with Global ...

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How much do government relations officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for government relations officer in the United States is $83,104.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a government relations officer do?

A Government Relations Officer is responsible for managing and maintaining relationships between an organization and government agencies or officials. Their primary duties include monitoring legislative and regulatory developments, advocating for the organization's interests, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies. They often communicate with policymakers, draft policy positions, and organize meetings or events to support the organization's objectives. This role is crucial for organizations that are significantly affected by government decisions or regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a government relations officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Government Relations Officer, you need strong knowledge of public policy, legislative processes, and regulatory frameworks, often supported by a degree in political science, law, or a related field. Familiarity with government databases, legislative tracking systems, and sometimes certifications in public affairs or lobbying are valuable. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are crucial for effectively advocating organizational interests, influencing policy, and maintaining productive government connections.

How does a government relations officer typically collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective advocacy?

A Government Relations Officer works closely with various internal departments, such as legal, public affairs, compliance, and executive leadership, to align advocacy strategies with the organization’s goals. Regular meetings, briefings, and cross-departmental communication are common to ensure that messaging is consistent and that regulatory or legislative updates are promptly shared across the organization. This collaborative approach helps the Officer gather relevant data, anticipate potential challenges, and coordinate unified responses to government inquiries or policy developments.

What is the difference between Government Relations Officer vs Public Affairs Specialist?

AspectGovernment Relations OfficerPublic Affairs Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's degree in political science, public relations, or related field; often requires knowledge of government policiesBachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or related field; often requires media relations skills
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, lobbying firms, or corporate government affairs departmentsMedia outlets, corporate communications departments, or PR agencies
Employer & IndustryPrimarily government, non-profits, and corporations engaging with governmentCorporations, nonprofits, and agencies managing public image and media

While both roles involve communication and policy, a Government Relations Officer focuses on liaising with government entities and influencing policy, whereas a Public Affairs Specialist manages media relations and public image. The roles often overlap but serve different strategic purposes within organizations.

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Infographic showing various Government Relations Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,104 per year, or $40 per hour.

Lead Government Relations Officer

Nashville, TN

Vanderbilt Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Discover Vanderbilt Health:With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region's largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world-class care to the people of the Mid-South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you'll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniquenesscelebrated. We are committed to fostering an environment where talented, compassionate people are united in bringing the most advanced care to our neighbors throughout the region.

Organization:

Government & Community Affairs

Job Summary:

The Vanderbilt Health Executive Search Team is conducting a national search for a Lead Government Relations Officer. The Lead Government Relations Officer supports the Vice President of State Government and Community Affairs in advancing Vanderbilt University Medical Center's priorities with state government partners. This role strengthens Vanderbilt Health's presence at the Tennessee General Assembly and Governor's Office by leading strategic relationship-building, community engagement, and targeted communication efforts. The Lead Government Relations Officer serves as a primary liaison between members of the Tennessee General Assembly and VUMC leadership to ensure alignment with institutional goals.

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Shift: First Shift; Days

Role Accountabilities:

  • Works alongside the Vice President and Director of Government and Community Affairs to advise VUMC senior leadership on matters involving state governments. Provides analysis, recommendations, and situational awareness to support effective decision-making.
  • Maintains strong communication channels with state officials and state-level organizations focused on healthcare, research, and regional development.
  • Leads relationship-building efforts throughout the state of Tennessee with members of the Tennessee General Assembly.
  • Represents VUMC at events, meetings, and activities across the state to elevate institutional visibility and build strategic goodwill.
  • Leads internal stakeholder teams to build legislative initiatives to revise state law to benefit VUMC.
  • Manages requests and scheduling for VUMC leaders and subject-matter experts to speak at legislative hearings and other events.
  • Partners with VUMC Marketing & Communications to identify opportunities to engage elected officials and amplify VUMC's role in the community.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with the process of advancing and passing legislation at the state level is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of the Tennessee General Assembly's legislative process and the ability to effectively influence legislators and key stakeholders to advance policy objectives is strongly preferred.
  • At least five years of demonstrated lobbying experience, including engagement with legislators and policymakers preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to quickly establish relationships, build trust, and maintain productive partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders, is strongly preferred.

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Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

    Core Accountabilities:

    * Organizational Impact: Plans and sets own objectives to deliver against responsibilities that have a direct impact on the near term results of a system or institution. * Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Solves highly complex problems and recommends solutions that may have broad impact to the function.* Breadth of Knowledge: Viewed as the technical expert at VUMC within a professional area and a broad knowledge of other professional areas. * Team Interaction: Leads complex project teams; coaches and guides team members and develops strategy for project execution.

    Core Capabilities :

    Supporting Colleagues: - Develops Self and Others: Acts upon constructive feedback from all levels of the organization and initiates strategies to develop talent in others. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Leverages relationships and insight to forecast potential future needs and influence delivery of work to exceed expectations. - Communicates Effectively: Anticipates difference audience concerns, styles and finds mutually beneficial solutions across conflicting and sensitive issues. Delivering Excellent Services : - Serves Others with Compassion: Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of broad-based issues and considers the interests of others to improve satisfaction of services. - Solves Complex Problems: Critically evaluates complex information and identifies trends/risks to make recommendations to improve processes across areas. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing feedback and development discussions to motivate and support team members to maximize performance. Ensuring High Quality : - Performs Excellent Work: Anticipates problems or obstacles which may interfere with quality standards and develops plants to ensure area's quality standards are met.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Routinely draws upon valuable learning from others, past experiences, and new information to determine key opportunities. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Develops appropriate corrective actions for unsafe environments in order to ensure operational and safety compliance. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Identifies potential obstacles to goal achievement and develops solutions to address those obstacles. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Creates the appropriate systems and processes to effectively manage resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Applies in-depth knowledge of data to recommend and implement new approaches to improve decision making capabilities. Fostering Innovation: - Generates New Ideas: Identifies opportunities and leads development of new initiatives that create value across areas. - Applies Technology: Creates the energy and drive for self/others to identify and leverage technology in new, innovative ways to drive greater efficiencies. - Adapts to Change: Anticipates the change process and clearly communicates impact on others/own team(s), assisting them in embracing the change.

    Position Qualifications:

    Responsibilities:

    Certifications:

    Work Experience:

    Relevant Work Experience

    Experience Level:

    5 years

    Education:

    Bachelor's (Required)

    This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which mayinclude health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

    Vanderbilt Health is committed tofosteringan environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

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