Director, Federal Government Affairs
Walmart, Washington, DC, United States
Position Summary...
What you'll do...
The Director, Federal Government Affairs, will play a key role in developing and maintaining relationships with Democratic stakeholders and constituencies at the federal level (based in Washington, DC). The ideal candidate for this position should have a track record of working closely and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. He/she will play an important role as an advocate on behalf of the company to achieve positive policy outcomes and will be asked to contribute significantly to stakeholder engagement efforts. In addition to understanding the legislative and regulatory process, candidates may be asked to: provide input on amendments and alternatives to legislative proposals; draft testimony for Congressional hearings to be presented by appropriate company executives; draft and submit timely responses to Federal Register notices; present to various external groups on key issues; initiate meetings and interact with senior executive branch officials, members of Congress, Congressional staff, political party leadership and foreign ambassadors; elevate Federal Government Affairs outreach initiatives and relationships among trade associations, think-tanks, non-governmental organizations, and coalitions; and deliver testimony to executive branch inter-agency committees.
You’ll make an impact by:
- Ensuring alignment of Walmart's overall corporate goals and business objectives with government policy by providing input on strategic priorities for Public and Government Affairs and serving as a subject matter expert on legislative or political issues and their impact on Walmart goals and objectives.
- Working with internal stakeholders to determine the company's position on top-priority regulatory, legislative and inter-agency proposals and align on strategies for issue portfolios based on emerging and existing legislative and regulatory developments.
- Representing the company's regulatory, compliance and policy positions and initiatives with internal and external groups, including engagement with policymakers to discuss company positions; advancing the company's position at industry and legislative events; preparing relevant statements and testimony; making presentations at relevant conferences and panels; testifying at legislative hearings; and discussing key emerging issues or pending legislation with external stakeholders at many levels.
- Collaborating across broader corporate affairs departmental senior management to develop messaging and implement multi-channel media strategies including using traditional media, paid advertisements and leveraging social media while ensuring compliance with multi-channel media guidelines and governance.
- Preparing Walmart senior and executive management for public testimony on complex issues, including speeches and presentations to government and non-governmental organizations, conferences and task forces.
- Managing performance of Federal Government Affairs suppliers and external consultants to ensure consistency with current business and political needs; leading the evaluation of supplier performance in terms of contract agreements and compliance with company policies.
- Determining and supporting resource requirements; evaluating operational processes; measuring outcomes to ensure desired results; identifying and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; promoting a customer environment.
- Demonstrating adaptability and pursuing continuous learning.
- Contributing to an environment where associates respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices.
- Developing and engaging internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of business goals, which may include leveraging company-sponsored community outreach and branded initiatives.
Desired qualifications for strong candidates include:
- At least 7 years’ experience working on Capitol Hill or in public policy, with an emphasis on strong relationships with key Democratic stakeholders and constituencies.
- A proven track record of goal setting and achievement of those goals.
- A creative vision and a confident voice to advocate and execute the vision.
- A high level of comfort working across a matrix organization with peers and senior leaders.
- An organized and disciplined approach for managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills for distilling legislative and policy issues into easily understood briefing materials.
- Political astuteness and a keen understanding of the evolving landscape in which our business operates.
Benefits & Perks:
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off, multiple health plan options and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.
Who WeAre
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275million global customers live better every week. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. We’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.careers.walmart.com
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role and not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this role. Additional duties may be discussed as part of the hiring process.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
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The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00-$286,000.00Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:- StockMinimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Communications, Political Science, or related field and 5 years’ experience managing projects or campaigns in politics, public
affairs, or related field OR 7 years’ experience managing projects or campaigns in politics, public affairs, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Corporate experience involving coalition building, Corporate experience involving direct lobbying, Corporate experience involving direct media relations, Government Relations experience in Fortune 500 company, SupervisoryJ.D., Masters: Communication, Masters: Political Science