Government Affairs Specialist

Meijer•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community! Meijer Rewards Weekly pay Scheduling flexibility Paid parental leave Paid education assistance Team member discount Development programs for advancement and career growth Please review the job profile below and apply today! The Government Affairs Specialist works with various internal and external (contract lobby firms, trade groups, etc.) stakeholders to monitor legislative and regulatory activity and develop advocacy positions across federal, state and local governments within the six-state Meijer footprint. This position works in a fast-paced environment to achieve public policy objectives on the Federal, State and Local level and drive new growth within the footprint. The Government Affairs Specialist may act as the point of contact between government officials and employees and Meijer corporate headquarters. The Government Affairs Specialist will be required to register as a lobbyist for Meijer in certain states. This position is reported into the Government Affairs Department. This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

Minimum bachelor’s degree in political science or related field of study.
2-4 years of experience in a related field.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite software programs and the use of artificial intelligence tools.
Proficient in various social media and AI platforms.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including letter writing.
Ability to synthesize complex information and communicate analysis with various stakeholders.
In-depth knowledge of the legislative and political processes, and campaign finance and political contribution laws and rules.

Nice To Haves

Experience with state or federal government and elected officials desired but not required.
Existing relationships and contacts within state and federal government desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Creating Government Affairs Team content for internal and external purposes including, but not limited to, policy memos, advocacy letters, legislative analysis, regular internal reporting, etc.
Maintaining and updating internal Government Affairs landing page.
Monitor, track and report on federal, state and local executive, legislative and regulatory activity relevant to Meijer and the overall retail industry.
Monitor and/or attend committee hearings and legislative meetings as needed across the Meijer footprint.
Collaborate with industry associations, coalitions, and other organizations on shared legislative objectives.
Develop and maintain internal website platform to regularly share and communicate government and public affairs activity across the business.
Prepare regular Government Affairs activity reports for Meijer leaders across the business.
Work with internal stakeholders to analyze business impacts and implications of various government policies to assist in advocacy efforts.
Assist Government Affairs leaders in developing policy agendas and engage in implementing strategies to accomplish policy goals.
Engage internal & external subject matter experts to develop advocacy positions regarding legislation or government related activity.
Collaborate with Meijer External and Internal Communications to ensure continuity between advocacy efforts.