Manager, State Government Relations

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and report on state legislative, regulatory, and political developments impacting the commercial transportation and manufacturing sectors
• Support the 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 policy developments related to commercial vehicle regulations, emissions, infrastructure, energy, and workforce policy
• 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 ensure compliance with applicable lobbying and ethics requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of government relations experience with at least 1 year of lead experience
• OR Master's degree and 3 years of government relations experience with at least 1 year of lead experience
• OR 8 years of government relations experience with at least 1 year of lead experience
• Must be a US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee, or Asylee

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Government, Law, Communications, or Business
• Experience working within a state legislature, executive branch agency, or trade association
• Knowledge of environmental, transportation, or commercial vehicle policy issues
• Strong ability to synthesize complex policy issues into concise business-oriented recommendations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)

Benefits

• Competitive market-based compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing

About the Company

International Motors, LLC is a commercial transportation company and manufacturer of trucks, buses, engines, and mobility solutions. As part of the TRATON GROUP, we design and manufacture commercial vehicles and powertrain technologies while supporting evolving regulatory, infrastructure, and sustainability priorities across the transportation sector.