Government Affairs Director

The Heritage Group•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Heritage Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned business focused on construction and materials, environmental services and specialty chemicals. Over the last 90+ years, the Heritage portfolio has grown to include more than 50 companies that employ more than 6,000 people. What unites this diverse group of businesses and individuals is our commitment to create a safer, more enriching, and sustainable world by harnessing the power of family. The Government Affairs Director will support and advance the company's federal public policy objectives by managing its Federal Political Action Committee (PAC), identifying and pursuing federal opportunities—including grants, programs, and legislative initiatives—and building strong relationships with policymakers and industry partners. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented government affairs professional who is comfortable working across a diverse portfolio of companies and stakeholders and is comfortable being held accountable to results.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in political science, public affairs, business, law, communications, or related field.
5–8+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, federal relations, or related work.
Familiarity with the federal legislative process, regulatory environment, and federal funding mechanisms.
Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills.
Ability to build bipartisan relationships and represent the company professionally with policymakers and stakeholders.
Comfortable working independently with limited daily oversight.
Ability to travel to Washington, D.C., approximately once per month.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing or supporting a PAC preferred.
Prior work on Capitol Hill, in a federal agency, or at a trade association.
Familiarity with grant writing, federal appropriations, or government-funded project development.

Responsibilities

Serve as day-to-day manager of the company’s Federal PAC.
Ensure full compliance with FEC regulations and internal governance policies in conjunction with FEC compliance consultant.
Manage PAC budgeting, disbursements, contribution cycles, and reporting requirements.
Oversee donor engagement and fundraising strategies, including employee communications and PAC events.
Prepare materials and updates for PAC board meetings.
Monitor federal legislative, regulatory, and policy developments relevant to the company and our portfolio.
Analyze proposed legislation and identify opportunities to advocate for positive language or oppose harmful provisions.
Draft policy memos, bill analyses, testimonies, and legislative language as needed.
Build and maintain relationships with Congressional offices, federal agencies, and industry associations.
Attend hearings, briefings, and coalition meetings in Washington, D.C.
Identify federal grant programs, competitive funding opportunities, and emerging initiatives aligned with the company’s priorities.
Track federal appropriations and authorization cycles for potential project support.
Collaborate with internal teams to prepare grant applications, letters of support, or project proposals.
Potentially work with external consultants, lobbyists, and agency contacts to advance priority projects.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on federal activities, risks, and opportunities.
Ensure internal stakeholders understand federal timelines, compliance obligations, and engagement strategies.
Represent the company in relevant national coalitions, trade associations, and policy working groups.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.