Manager, Government Affairs

John Deere•Washington, DC

1d•$167,124 - $250,680•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Government Affairs Manager to advance the company’s policy priorities across the agriculture, smart industrial, and manufacturing sectors. This role will focus on issue advocacy and engagement. The ideal candidate brings policy experience, political acumen, and strong bipartisan relationships. As a Manager, Government Affairs for John Deere located in Washington, DC, you will: Develop and execute federal government affairs strategies related to agriculture, smart industrial, and manufacturing policy, with a focus on Democratic policymakers and related organizations. Build and maintain relationships with Democratic Members of Congress, Congressional staff (e.g., Agriculture, Ways & Means, Finance, Energy & Commerce, Commerce, Transportation, Environment & Public Works, etc. Committees). Preferably the candidate will have work experience and policy expertise related to competition, self repair, and biofuels. Monitor, analyze, and report on legislation and regulatory actions related to: Farm policy (e.g., Farm Bill programs, conservation, crop insurance). Manufacturing policy (e.g., domestic production incentives, trade, tax, right to repair). Smart industrial policy (e.g., AI, data privacy, precision agriculture). Labor and workforce issues (e.g., unions, training programs, workforce development, immigration-related labor policy). Energy and climate policy (e.g., emissions, ethanol/renewable energy). Supply chain resilience and infrastructure. Develop policy positions, comment letters, briefing materials, and talking points for internal leadership. Coordinate advocacy efforts including meetings, site visits, and plant/facility tours for policymakers and staff. Partner cross-functionally with enterprise operations, legal, and communications teams, etc. to align policy priorities with business goals. Represent the company in industry associations, coalitions, and advocacy groups relevant to agriculture, smart industrial, and manufacturing policy. Support political engagement efforts, including PAC strategy, stakeholder mapping, and compliance with lobbying and campaign finance regulations. Provide strategic insights on the political landscape and recommend proactive engagement opportunities.

Requirements

5–8 or more years of experience in government, Capitol Hill, federal agencies (e.g., USDA, EPA, Treasury Department, Department of Commerce, Department of Labor), trade associations, or corporate government affairs.
Demonstrated experience working with or within Democratic political offices, campaigns, or policy organizations.
Strong understanding of U.S. legislative and regulatory processes
Strong understanding of Agriculture policy
Strong understanding of Smart industrial policy
Strong understanding of Manufacturing and supply chain issues
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including policy analysis and stakeholder messaging.
Ability to translate complex policy developments into business implications.

Nice To Haves

Existing relationships with Democratic policymakers and staff strongly preferred.
Experience in agribusiness, food production, smart industrial, manufacturing, or related sectors.
Experience and policy expertise related to competition, right to repair, and biofuels.
Knowledge of energy and climate frameworks impacting agriculture and manufacturing.
Experience coordinating multi-state or federal advocacy campaigns.
Strong interpersonal skills and sound political judgment.
Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following: Bachelor's degree in business, economics, political science, or related field.
Advanced degree would be ideal.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute federal government affairs strategies related to agriculture, smart industrial, and manufacturing policy, with a focus on Democratic policymakers and related organizations.
Build and maintain relationships with Democratic Members of Congress, Congressional staff (e.g., Agriculture, Ways & Means, Finance, Energy & Commerce, Commerce, Transportation, Environment & Public Works, etc. Committees).
Monitor, analyze, and report on legislation and regulatory actions related to Farm policy (e.g., Farm Bill programs, conservation, crop insurance), Manufacturing policy (e.g., domestic production incentives, trade, tax, right to repair), Smart industrial policy (e.g., AI, data privacy, precision agriculture), Labor and workforce issues (e.g., unions, training programs, workforce development, immigration-related labor policy), Energy and climate policy (e.g., emissions, ethanol/renewable energy), and Supply chain resilience and infrastructure.
Develop policy positions, comment letters, briefing materials, and talking points for internal leadership.
Coordinate advocacy efforts including meetings, site visits, and plant/facility tours for policymakers and staff.
Partner cross-functionally with enterprise operations, legal, and communications teams, etc. to align policy priorities with business goals.
Represent the company in industry associations, coalitions, and advocacy groups relevant to agriculture, smart industrial, and manufacturing policy.
Support political engagement efforts, including PAC strategy, stakeholder mapping, and compliance with lobbying and campaign finance regulations.
Provide strategic insights on the political landscape and recommend proactive engagement opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
Vacation and Holiday Pay