Vice President, State Government Affairs - California
About the position The California State Government Affairs team is responsible for policy and advocacy matters for the state of California. This team develops and implements legislative and state administration strategies, monitors legislation, coordinates state association management, key contacts programs, training, compliance, and assists in facilitation of state government-facing business initiatives. Oversees corporate initiatives and works with local external affairs to coordinate community affairs activities. This role will lead relations with membership organizations in the legislative advocacy space, as well as support the team's legislative lead as necessary. The successful candidate will be based in Sacramento, CA. Responsibilities • Responsible for relations with state-level membership organizations in the legislative advocacy space. • Coordinate with regional External Affairs team on community investments programs. • Support the legislative lead on work with state government, including advocacy before the legislature, executive branch, and state agencies, and drafting, analyzing and/or presenting legislation, amendments, and testimony as necessary. • Work as a strategic partner with the legislative lead, as well as Corporate, Division, and Region senior management team to accomplish business goals of the organization. • Identify state administrative and legislative issues that impact Comcast's internal business partners; develop relationships and work with internal subject matter experts to achieve successful outcomes. • Provide guidance and support at all management levels to ensure consistent and sound state government policy and enhance communication with state officials. • Develop and maintain relationships with government representatives and regulators at the state level. Travel to attend meetings, hearings, conferences, or other events to represent the company. • Work with outside counsel, consultants, and lobbyists to implement strategies or initiatives. • Consult and coordinate with business units on state procurement opportunities. • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree in Communications or Government, or related discipline; law or related advanced degree preferred. • Minimum 10 to 15 years of progressively responsible experience in State Government Affairs related disciplines working with legislators, government agencies, political campaigns, or associations with recent experience in California. • Successful candidates should currently live and work in California. • Broadband industry experience preferred. • Must possess excellent organizational skills and sound verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills. Benefits • Best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. • Array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, personalized to meet the needs of your reality. Apply tot his job