Manager, State Government Relations

International Motors, LLC•Washington, DC

9h•Onsite

About The Position

International Motors is a commercial transportation company and manufacturer of trucks, buses, engines, and mobility solutions serving customers across the United States and North America. The company designs and manufactures commercial vehicles and powertrain technologies while supporting evolving regulatory, infrastructure, and sustainability priorities across the transportation sector. The Government Relations function supports the company’s engagement with policymakers, regulators, industry associations, and external stakeholders on legislative and regulatory matters affecting manufacturing, transportation, emissions, infrastructure, energy, workforce, and commercial vehicle operations. We have a great opportunity for a Manager, State Government Relations at our Washington D.C. location. The role will report directly into our Director of Government Relations. The Manager, State Government Relations will support and advance the company’s public policy objectives primarily at the state level while also contributing to select federal and regulatory initiatives. This role will monitor legislation and regulatory developments, engage with policymakers and external stakeholders, and help coordinate advocacy strategies aligned with company business priorities. The position requires strong policy analysis, management, relationship building, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills. The successful candidate will work closely with internal business leaders, legal, compliance, communications, operations, engineering, and external affairs teams. This role may involve engagement with elected officials, regulatory agencies, trade associations, and external partners across multiple jurisdictions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of government relations experience
At least 1 years of lead experience
OR
Master's degree and at least 3 years of government relations experience
At least 1 years of lead experience
OR
At least 8 years of government relations experience
At least 1 years of lead experience
Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States.
We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Government, Law, Communications, Business, or related field is preferred
Experience in government relations, public policy, legislative affairs, regulatory affairs, or related field
Experience working with state legislative or regulatory processes
Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to synthesize complex policy issues into concise business-oriented recommendations
Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capabilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Experience working in a state legislature, executive branch agency, trade association, consulting firm, or corporate government affairs function
Familiarity with state and federal legislative and regulatory processes
Knowledge of environmental, transportation, or commercial vehicle policy issues
Experience engaging with multi-state advocacy efforts and industry coalitions
Professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion
Ability to represent company interests effectively in both public and private settings.

Responsibilities

Monitor, analyze, and report on state legislative, regulatory, and political developments impacting the commercial transportation and manufacturing sectors
Support development and execution of state government affairs strategies in priority jurisdictions
Assist in managing relationships with governors’ offices, state legislators, regulatory agencies, trade associations, and external consultants
Track and assess policy developments related to: Commercial vehicle regulations, Emissions and environmental policy, Infrastructure and transportation funding, Energy and electrification initiatives, Workforce and manufacturing policy, Taxation and economic development matters
Coordinate internal policy briefings and prepare issue summaries, presentations, and advocacy materials for senior leadership
Participate in industry associations and coalition activities representing company interests
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align public policy positions with operational and business objectives
Support political engagement activities and compliance with applicable lobbying and ethics requirements
Assist in preparation of testimony, comment letters, briefing documents, and regulatory submissions
Maintain awareness of emerging political, legislative, and regulatory trends affecting the commercial vehicle industry