State Government Affairs Director - Austin, TX

Location: Abbott

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About you and this role

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a State Government Affairs Director located in Austin, TX!

In this role, you will develop and execute integrated state government affairs, advocacy, political engagement, and stakeholder strategies that advance Dow's business objectives, protect the company's license to operate, and strengthen Dow's reputation as a trusted partner in economic growth, manufacturing, innovation, and sustainability. You will leverage your network and deep expertise, to anticipate emerging legislative, regulatory, and political developments that may impact the business.

You will translate complex issues into actionable strategies, provide strategic counsel to senior leaders, and effectively influence diverse stakeholders by communicating complex concepts with clarity and credibility.

You will proactively identify opportunities and risks, anticipate potential objections, and build alignment across internal and external audiences to advance business priorities. Success in this role requires the ability to influence decision-making at senior levels and advocate for positions that may challenge existing perspectives. You will lead the resolution of complex, high-impact challenges with broad business implications and drive strategic initiatives involving significant risk, visibility, and organizational complexity.

This includes developing and executing implementation strategies, directing priorities and resources, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will make decisions within broad corporate policies and industry frameworks, while shaping the direction, effectiveness, and long-term impact of government affairs programs and engagement strategies.

Responsibilities Develop and execute state government affairs strategies aligned with Dow's business priorities and advocacy objectives.

Build and maintain relationships with governors, legislators, economic development officials, and other stakeholders to advance Dow's interests.

Serve as the principal advisor to business and site leaders on state legislative, regulatory, political, and economic developments, translating emerging policy risks and opportunities into actionable business strategies. Responsible for high level executive prep and briefs.

Represent Dow before state legislative bodies, executive branch agencies, regulatory authorities, and other governmental entities.

Establish and leverage a sophisticated network of policymakers, political leaders, and third-party stakeholders to shape outcomes and advance Dow's policy priorities.

Develop and execute advocacy strategies on legislative, regulatory, policy, and political issues impacting Dow and the broader manufacturing sector.

Draft, review, and support proposed legislative amendments, regulatory language, and official comments during rule making and legislative processes.

Coordinate advocacy efforts across Dow manufacturing sites, business leaders, trade associations, NGOs, and external consultants to ensure a unified approach.

Represent Dow within…