Manager, Government Affairs

<p>There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.</p> <h5> </h5> <p><em> John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans. </em></p> <p><em> </em></p> <p><em><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Primary Location:</strong> United States (US) - Alaska  -   <br><strong>Function:</strong> Law Svcs and Gov't Affairs (CA)<br><strong>Title: </strong>Manager, Government Affairs - 120999</span></span></em> <br><em><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Onsite/Remote:</strong>Remote Position</span></span></em></p> <p> </p> <p><em><span style="color:#ff0000"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">This position is eligible for remote work at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change.</span></span></span></em>  </p> <p><em><span style="color:#ff0000"><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"></span></span></span></em> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Your Responsibilities</b></h2> </div><div><p> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt">As a <strong>Manager, Government Affairs</strong> for <strong>John Deere</strong>, located in the western United States, you will:</p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt"> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and identify specific initiatives that present opportunities or threats to company interests.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Alert Corporate and Business Unit management of pending legislative and regulatory initiatives, and develop strategies and action plans, in concert with business units, for affecting changes in policy and advance the Company's interests.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Build and maintain relationships and interact with elected and appointed officials, legislative committees, and state agencies, to advocate and generate support for company interests.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Represent the company and coordinate with trade associations, business coalitions, and other groups to develop support for company positions.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Identify and implement opportunities for the company to pursue political objectives (i.e., political action committee, plant tours, etc.).</li> </ul> <p style="font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position. </strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt">This position is eligible for remote work, preference is for candidates located in the western US.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What Skills You Need</b></h2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Knowledge of legislative and regulatory decision-making processes and the impacts of proposed legislation and regulations on the private sector.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Knowledge and understanding of public policy and political developments affecting business, markets, and the economy.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, and to understand their interrelated impacts on business.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Understanding of business processes, organizations, and decision-making, and ability to communicate business concepts in the political arena.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Effective analytical, problem-solving, and communications skills, including persuasive public speaking and writing abilities.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to travel domestically up to 50%.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What Makes You Standout</b></h2> </div><div><p style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">4 or more years of experience managing government relations for a corporate office or trade association, including policy development and advocacy.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">4 or more years of experience working for a state or federal elected official, legislative committee, and/or regulatory office, with responsibility for managing issues and developing policy proposals.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">1 or more years of project management experience including strategic planning and execution, team engagement, coalition building, budgeting, and resource management.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Graduate degree in law, business, policy, or related field. </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Education</b></h2> </div><div><p> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt">Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:</p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt"> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial;font-size:10.0pt">Bachelor's degree in business, economics, political science, or related field.</li> </ul></div></div></div><div class="WordSection1"> <p><strong>What You'll Get</strong></p> <p>At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:</p> <ul> <li>Flexible work arrangements</li> <li>Highly competitive base pay </li> <li>Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)</li> <li>Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account</li> <li>Adoption assistance</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programs</li> <li>Tuition assistance</li> <li>Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations</li> <li>Charitable contribution match</li> <li>Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use</li> <li>Vacation and Holiday Pay</li> </ul> <p> $146,592.00  - $219,888.00  + Benefits</p> <p style="margin-left:3.0px">Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package <a href="https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL</a> </p> <p style="margin-left:3.0px"><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Must be 18 years of age or older to apply</span></span></p> </div> <p><span style="font-size:9.0px">The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:9.0px">The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:9.0px">ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:9.0px"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><em>The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.</em></span></span></p> <p> </p>

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