Director of Government Relations

Trulieve

10d • $150,000 - $175,000 • Remote

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Government Relations, the Director of Government Relations is responsible for developing and executing the company’s government affairs strategy at the federal level. This role is critical in shaping federal cannabis policy and advocating for the company’s interests. The Director will serve as a liaison between the company and elected officials, governmental entities, and industry coalitions.
The successful candidate will be a "jack-of-all-trades" communicator with a high bar for excellence who can think strategically, take ownership of their projects, and juggle multiple initiatives under tight deadlines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, Law, Communications, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in government relations, public policy, or regulatory affairs.
• Proven success in legislative advocacy and policy development.
• Strong network of federal political and administrative contacts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, leadership, presentation, and strategic planning skills.
• Strong understanding of federal government processes, and legislative and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in or with a regulated industry.
• Experience with trade groups and political action committees.
• Knowledge of cannabis laws, regulations, and industry dynamics.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive federal government relations strategy aligned with the company’s business goals.
• Advise executive leadership on federal legislative and administrative developments affecting the cannabis industry.
• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, federal agencies, and key stakeholders, including federal trade associations.
• Represent the company in legislative hearings, public forums, and industry events.
• Draft policy position papers, testimony, and advocacy materials.
• Track, analyze, and summarize legislative, regulatory, and political developments impacting the company and the cannabis industry.
• Provide timely updates and strategic recommendations to leadership.
• Collaborate with trade associations, advocacy groups, and other cannabis businesses to advance shared policy goals.
• Coordinate joint lobbying efforts and public campaigns.
• Ensure adherence to all lobbying laws and disclosure requirements.
• Prepare reports on government relations activities and their impact.
• Manage a team of federal lobbyists.
• Supervise internal and external team working on federal initiatives.
• Foster a culture of strategic thinking, collaboration, and accountability

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off is offered with this position.
• Trulieve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees