James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.
Summary
Location: Remote from Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX
As a member of the Legal & Compliance Department, the Government Relations Associate, South is responsible for developing and implementing state & local government relations strategies and initiatives, and communicating and advocating with contract lobbyists, trade associations and coalitions, elected officials and staff, regulatory agencies, interest groups and agencies to convey James Hardie’s positions on relevant issues in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina and North Carolina. This position reports directly to the Director of Government Relations and will represent the Company with stakeholders at all levels of government in the relevant territory states, focusing on state and local policymakers, including in the regions where the Company operates manufacturing facilities - Cleburne, TX, Waxahachie, TX, Prattville, AL and Plant City, FL.
What You’ll Do:
How you will make an impact at James Hardie:
- Partnering with the Director of Government Relations in planning, coordinating, executing and managing the Company’s government relations activities in the relevant territory states (Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee), including lobbying, strategic outreach to elected and government officials, events, message development, issue management, policy communications and thought leadership.
- Providing policy analysis of multiple public policy issues at the local and state levels of government, including but not limited to, building codes, sustainability, workforce development, environmental, health and safety, transportation, and supply chain.
- Collaborating with the Director of Government Relations to provide James Hardie’s internal business clients with information, guidance and counsel on public policy initiatives that may have an impact on the company’s business operations and strategy.
- Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of legislation, emerging issues, and industry trends, ensuring the Director of Government Relations and relevant stakeholders throughout the Company are informed of the significance, relevance, and business impact of these developments in a timely manner.
- Building content for advocacy campaigns and providing strategic input on engaging in campaigns and coalitions in collaboration with industry trade associations and other relevant external partners.
- Representing the Company at political events, charitable/philanthropic events, industry trade association meetings and conferences, and other external functions.
- Tracking, monitoring and acting on pending and enacted legislation, regulations and governmental activities based on input from appropriate internal departments, business units, lobbyists and associations.
- Developing and executing a plan to proactively establish and maintain relationships with federal, state and local elected officials on policies that could influence the growth and competitiveness of James Hardie.
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Business Administration, Communications or similar fields.
- Minimum of 3-5 years' experience working in a state legislature, governor's office, large city/county office, think tank, and/or previous experience in government relations, public affairs, or lobbying at a Texas company or Texas trade association.
- Government affairs experience in Texas is required and experience in local DFW region preferred.
- Experience with grasstops and grassroots.
- Knowledge of public policy and familiarity with state legislative and regulatory processes.
- Ability to analyze, interpret and present legislation in both oral and written formats.
- Exceptional judgment and ability to function and multi-task under pressure.
- Detail oriented, with solid organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills, analytical skills and presentation skills.
- Ability to advocate, influence, persuade and negotiate.
- Willing to travel up to 60% of the time for business purposes.
What You’ll Receive:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $96,000 to $120,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.
- Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
- Insurance: health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
- Retirement: 401(k) with match
- Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
