Director, Government Affairs and Public Policy

Walmart•Washington Dc, WA

19h•$143,000 - $286,000

About The Position

The Director, Federal Government Affairs advances Walmart’s federal policy priorities and strengthens relationships with policymakers and stakeholders in Washington, D.C. The role advocates for positive policy outcomes, helps shape legislative and regulatory strategies, and represents Walmart before Congress, the Administration, and external organizations. It provides input on legislative proposals, prepares congressional testimony and regulatory comments, engages senior government officials, and represents the company on key policy issues. The Director builds partnerships with trade associations, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, and coalitions, bringing policy expertise, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to Walmart’s federal advocacy efforts. Walmart’s Federal Government Affairs team leads the company’s engagement on federal policy, coordinating across functions to counsel the business on risk, influence public policy, manage stakeholder relationships, and provide actionable insights to leadership. The team promotes continuous learning, teamwork, ethical decision-making, and strategic foresight. The role requires extensive government relations or public policy experience, strong federal stakeholder relationships, and the ability to work across a matrixed organization. A bachelor’s degree in a related field and eight years of relevant experience, or ten years of relevant experience, is required. An advanced graduate degree, experience leading large-scale government affairs initiatives, and people management experience are preferred. The annual salary range is $143,000–$286,000, with additional annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Certain positions may also include stock. Walmart describes a range of health, financial, paid-time-off, education, and other benefits; eligibility and terms may vary by job classification and length of employment. The primary location is 80 M St SE, Washington, DC 20003-3544.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Communications, or a related area and 8 years of experience in government relations, public policy research, legislative affairs, regulatory analysis, or a related area; OR 10 years of experience in one of those areas.
Extensive experience working on Capitol Hill or in public policy, with strong relationships with federal stakeholders and constituencies.
Proven track record of setting goals and achieving them.
Creative vision and a confident voice to advocate for and execute that vision.
Comfort working across a matrix organization with peers and senior leaders.
Organized and disciplined approach to managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills, including distilling legislative and policy issues into clear briefing materials.
Political astuteness and a keen understanding of the evolving business landscape.

Nice To Haves

Advanced graduate degree.
Experience leading large-scale, national, or multi-market government affairs initiatives within the region or area of expertise.
People management experience.

Responsibilities

Shape federal policy strategies that align with Walmart’s business priorities and objectives.
Partner with internal stakeholders to develop positions and strategies on legislative, regulatory, and political issues.
Represent Walmart with policymakers, industry groups, coalitions, and other external stakeholders to advance company priorities.
Prepare senior executives for congressional testimony, speeches, presentations, and other high-level engagements.
Provide input on legislative proposals and prepare congressional testimony and regulatory comments.
Engage senior government officials and represent Walmart on key policy issues.
Manage external consultants and resources to deliver against business and policy objectives.
Build internal and external partnerships that advance Walmart’s goals and outreach initiatives.
Model integrity, adaptability, sound judgment, and continuous learning.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k).
Stock purchase plan.
Company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, and voting leave.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Company discounts.
Military Leave Pay.
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
PTO and/or PPTO usable for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
Walmart-paid Live Better U education benefit for eligible associates, covering tuition, books, and fees for qualifying programs.
Annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Stock may be included as additional compensation for certain positions.