Director of Government Relations - Utah

Texas Instruments•Lehi, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Texas Instruments (TI) Government Relations team represents the company on important public policy issues around the world. We work with local, state and federal government officials, legislators, trade associations, business partners, and internal and external stakeholders to advance a policy and regulatory environment that supports TI’s business priorities. Texas Instruments is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our state government relations team. The Director of Government Relations for our Utah operations will be responsible for developing and executing government relations strategies at the state and local levels. This role focuses on advancing our interests in Utah by advocating for TI’s public policy priorities and building relationships with key state and local officials, community leaders, and other stakeholders. The successful candidate will serve as the company's primary representative on policy matters affecting our business operations in Utah. A successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, robust policy experience, and strong relationships with policymakers in Utah. This individual contributor role is based in Lehi, Utah and will report to the Head of State and Local Government Relations in Dallas.

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Robust policy experience
Strong relationships with policymakers in Utah

Responsibilities

Lead the company's government affairs and policy efforts in Utah, and execute advocacy strategies to secure favorable policy and project approval outcomes
Develop and implement strategies to advance the company's interests on critical policy issues including water, energy, tax, incentives and workforce development in Utah
Build and maintain productive relationships with elected officials, government agencies, industry associations, and community stakeholders across Utah
Monitor and analyze state and municipal legislation, regulations and ordinances that may impact TI’s operations in Utah; draft comprehensive briefings for internal stakeholders
Leverage policy and political expertise to directly advocate and lead negotiations with state and local elected officials and regulatory agencies on critical infrastructure agreements and projects
Collaborate with cross-functional internal teams to align government relations strategies with business priorities and objectives
Represent the company at public hearings, community events, and industry forums
Engage with local communities surrounding our operations to foster local support and address concerns
Serve as a trusted liaison to mayors, city councils, planning boards, county commissions, the governor’s office, state legislators, local elected officials, public utility commissions, and economic development agencies
Facilitate elected official fab tours and site visits
Represent TI in key coalitions and industry associations
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with Utah congressional delegation and partner with the federal team on issues that impact our Utah operations
Ensure adherence to lobbying registration, ethics, and disclosure rules across all jurisdictions
Manage contract lobbyists and trade associations
Coordinate with internal teams to enhance TI’s reputation in Utah

Benefits

Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours.
Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us.

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