Director, Government Affairs and Public Policy

Director Of Government Affairs & Public Policy

A Brief Overview The Director of Government Affairs & Public Policy is a senior, strategy-oriented leader responsible for building, structuring and operating Safelite's Government Affairs and Public Policy function in close partnership with the EVP, General Counsel and SVP of Government Affairs and Public Policy.

Key responsibilities include managing political programs such as the PAC, organizing and planning an annual summit and monitoring, tracking and forecasting legislative developments. The Director will also help shape public policy strategies, build relationships with key stakeholders, and assist with management of lobbyists at the state and federal level.

What You Will Do

• Monitor and assess legislative, regulatory, and policy developments at the local, state, and federal levels that may impact the business, its operations and its clients.
• Support enterprise-level planning for regulatory and legislative initiatives that align with company priorities, risk posture, and growth strategy.
• Translate complex policy developments into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership and internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with local, state, and federal officials, external lobbyists, trade associations, industry coalitions and policy advisors.
• Serve as a central point of coordination between Safelite leaders and external advocacy partners to ensure consistency of message and priorities.
• Represent the company in Ohio and other jurisdictions as needed (e.g. industry forums, coalition meetings).
• Support national and multi-state engagement efforts through planning, preparation and follow through rather than in person advocacy.
• Design and oversee political program infrastructure, including grassroots engagement and bill tracking systems.
• Develop and manage PAC and corporate political giving strategies, including compliance with campaign finance laws, recommending and managing PAC board members, and training and education on responsibilities.
• Establish disciplined processes for approvals, controls, documentation and internal visibility across function activities.
• Prepare executive briefings, dashboards and reports for leadership summarizing legislative activity, emerging risks, and strategic implications.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, including registrations and filings, disclosures and recordkeeping.
• Track legislative trends and provide timely updates requiring leadership attention or business action to internal stakeholders
• Define internal governance frameworks for government affairs activity, ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment with enterprise risk management

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Business, or related field required; Master's Degree MPA preferred
• 7-10 years in government affairs, public policy, or a related field required
• Demonstrated experience designing and managing government affairs programs
• Experience managing PACs, political compliance, or regulated political activity.
• Experience working with elected officials, trade associations, or advocacy organizations
• Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including drafting policy briefs and testimony.
• Strategic thinking and policy analysis capabilities.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• High ethical standards and sound political judgment.
• Knowledge of lobbying laws, ethics, and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in legislative tracking tools and public affairs platforms.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Get

• Competitive weekly pay and bonus opportunities.
• Total job benefits valued at more than $10k*. This includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage plans customized to suit your needs and a commitment to work/life balance through our paid time off (PTO) programs, company holidays and paid volunteer days.
• Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year.
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Expected Work Location (In Office): It is expected that you will primarily perform work at the Safelite Home Office (7400 Safelite Way, Columbus, OH 43235). You are required to work in the office at least 4 days a week. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs.