Enterprise Government Relations, State Relations Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Enterprise Government Relations, State Relations Manager based in the United States.

This role is responsible for building and strengthening relationships with key state education stakeholders and policy leaders. The position plays a critical role in shaping strategic government relations initiatives and supporting education-focused solutions across targeted regions. Working remotely, the successful candidate will collaborate with internal teams to align policy insights, business objectives, and organizational priorities. The role combines public policy expertise, relationship management, and strategic communication to influence positive outcomes in education. This position offers the opportunity to engage with government leaders, represent educational initiatives, and support meaningful improvements for schools and students. The ideal candidate will bring strong networks, policy knowledge, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.

Accountabilities:: The Enterprise Government Relations, State Relations Manager will serve as a strategic partner responsible for developing government relationships, identifying policy opportunities, and supporting state-level initiatives. The role requires strong collaboration across teams to advance organizational goals and strengthen engagement with education decision-makers.

Key responsibilities include:

Develop and execute strategic state relations plans that increase organizational visibility and support education-focused initiatives.

Collaborate with internal business units, sales teams, and cross-functional partners to develop state-specific strategies and solutions.

Build and maintain relationships with state Department of Education officials and key education policy stakeholders.

Serve as the primary connection between internal teams and state education agencies to facilitate communication and collaboration.

Secure meetings, presentations, and engagement opportunities with influential education leaders.

Consult with state stakeholders on education priorities, challenges, policy developments, and initiatives affecting students and educators.

Support state-level contract opportunities by providing policy insights and strategic guidance.

Identify education policies that may impact business objectives and develop strategies to address related challenges.

Monitor education policy trends and share relevant insights and best practices with internal teams.

Represent the organization at conferences, industry events, and partner engagements.

Assist in developing messaging, positioning, and communications related to government relations efforts.

Support policy implementation discussions and strengthen relationships with government partners.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate brings experience in education policy, government relations, and stakeholder engagement, with the ability to operate effectively in a collaborative and fast-moving environment. This individual should be comfortable influencing decision-makers, managing complex relationships, and translating policy developments into actionable strategies.

Required qualifications and skills include:

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in education, public policy, or a related field preferred.

4+ years of experience in a senior leadership, government relations, education policy, or related role.

Strong knowledge of education policy, state government operations, and public-sector decision-making processes.

Experience working with state education agencies, policy initiatives, funding programs, or regulatory guidance preferred.

Established relationships and networks with state Department of Education stakeholders preferred.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and balance competing priorities.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and interpret insights from multiple sources.

Excellent presentation, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to build trusted relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Customer-focused mindset with strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Comfortable working independently in a remote-first environment.

Benefits:

The organization provides a flexible and supportive work environment designed to help employees succeed, including:

Fully remote work environment with flexibility and trust-based collaboration.

Remote office setup reimbursement to support an effective home workspace.

Opportunity to contribute to education initiatives that impact students, educators, and schools.

Collaborative culture focused on inclusion, innovation, and meaningful impact.

Supportive environment that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

Professional growth opportunities within a mission-driven organization.

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