Senior Government Affairs Specialist

Ocean Spray is hiring for a Senior Government Affairs Specialist! We’re a team of farmers, thinkers, creators, and doers. Whatever your title, whatever your role — it always comes back to this: we’re a farmer‑owned co‑op where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Three maverick farmers started it all — and we’ve been making our own way ever since.

Position Location:

We’re all about flexibility! This will be a hybrid role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA with Mondays and Fridays remote.

• Track key legislation on priority policy areas at the state-level to:
  • Help assess the potential impact of the proposed policies on the business, by working with various teams across the business
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for state‑specific and regional trade associations, as well as national trade associations with state affairs functions. Participate in regular meetings, inform the business of movement of key legislation, seek input from the business, and share feedback with trade associations (as appropriate), to strengthen their advocacy efforts, in line with Ocean Spray’s interests and priorities
  • Work with Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy to develop advocacy strategies for significant state‑level legislation, as needed
  • Help legal colleagues prepare for compliance with new state laws by providing advance notice and information related to pending legislation
• Monitor state and federal funding opportunities for the cooperative and individual growers and collaborate with other teams, including Sustainability and Grower Relations, to assist in applying for funds.
• Help manage and prioritize Ocean Spray’s Political Action Committee (OSPAC) activities, including:
  • Tracking contributions to elected officials and ensuring compliance with all Federal Election campaign (FEC) Act requirements
  • Assisting with planning and execution of solicitation campaigns and disbursements.
  • Preparing OSPAC report filings to the Federal Election Commission
• Support the Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy with federal (U.S. and Canada) and global advocacy efforts, as needed, including by researching, summarizing, and tracking key policy proposals, as well as updating tracking documents and presentation materials.

• Bachelor’s Degree in political science/public policy/government or related field
• Experience in government or politics
• Proficiency in Excel and Power Point

• Knowledge of several state‑level legislative processes and politics.
• Experience managing a political action committee (PAC), including preparing all required Federal Election Commission (FEC) filings and disclosures, as well as leading solicitation campaigns.

Bachelor's or University Degree (Required)

At least 3 Years of Experience

$79,400 - $109,230

The base salary range information above serves as a guideline of the position’s typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to, your skills and experience, external and internal benchmarks, as well as overall company considerations. Certain positions may be eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive rewards.

We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well‑being.

• Complete insurance package on Day‑1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs
• • Health, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Telehealth services
  • 1:1 health coaching
  • Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
• 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year‑end
• Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
• Flexible scheduling options
• Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro‑rated for your first year of employment)
• Holiday pay for 12 holidays
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Tuition/Education assistance programs
• Access to Linked In Learning
• Scholarship programs for children of employees
• Parental leave
• Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back‑up care, tutoring, etc.
• Adoption assistance
• Bereavement leave
• Up to $300 fitness reimbursement
• Up to $300 massage reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events
• Employee discounts
• Charitable giving

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

For MA Applicants – It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.