Senior Government Affairs Specialist

Ocean Spray is hiring for a(n) 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.

The Senior Government Affairs Specialist will monitor priority legislation at the state level and develop and implement advocacy strategies as needed. The Senior Specialist will also manage the Ocean Spray Political Action Committee and support the Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy on federal (U.S. and Canada) and global issues as needed.

A Day in the Life...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.

What We Are Looking For :

Required Bachelor’s Degree in political science/public policy/government or related field

Experience in government or politics

Proficiency in Excel and Power Point Preferred 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.

Education:

Bachelor's or University Degree (Required)

Work Experience:

At least 3 Years of Experience Annual Salary:$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.

Benefits:

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 services1:1 health coaching

Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
401(k) with up to 6% Company matching;…