Director Government Relations

When you join Verizon Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity. Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We’re a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together—lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you’re fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you’ll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the #NetworkLife.What you’ll be doing...Verizon is looking for a Lobbyist in our Washington DC office.Responsibilities will include:• * Developing and maintaining positive relationships with and advocate before Members of Congress and their staffs with lead responsibility for representing Verizon before Republican members of the U.S. House.• Managing stakeholder service escalations through conclusion.• Coordinating with state government affairs to manage stakeholder inquiries on issues related to the network.• Working with internal leadership team to develop VZ’s federal legislative objectives and priorities.• Working with external team leads to develop and execute a legislative strategy to achieve specific policy objectives, with a focus on medium and long term strategy.• Tracking Congressional activity including: committee hearings and markups as well as floor action on legislative priorities.• Coordinating messaging on issues/legislation and for hearings, markups, and floor votes in the House and Senate.What we’re looking for...You'll need to have:• * Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.• Six or more years of relevant work experience.• Established network of professional relationships with specific line of sight into Congressional Republican politics.Even better if you have one or more of the following:• * Graduate degree• Professional attitude and demonstrated business acumen.• Ability to solve problems in a sophisticated manner with the ability to understand conflicting dynamics and collaborate on mutually beneficial solutions.• Ability to rapidly assess potential risks, benefits and consequences and effectively counsel internal clients concerning business risks.• Strong leadership skills.• Exceptionally strong written and oral communication skills.• Excellent planning and organizational skills.• Strong advocacy / negotiation skills.If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed above.Where you’ll be workingIn this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and a minimum eight assigned office days per month that will be set by your manager.Scheduled Weekly Hours40Equal Employment OpportunityWe’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefits, short term incentives, 401(k) Savings Plan, stock incentive programs, paid time off, parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.If you are hired into a California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, Washington or Washington, D.C. work location, the compensation range for this position is between $121,000.00 and $225,000.00 annually based on a full-time schedule. The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more.#J-18808-Ljbffr