Government Relations Coordinator

Job Description

Innovative manufacturer of zero-emission vehicles
Leader in transportation electrification in North America
It’s us!
Every day, in our own way, we help improve our environment and our society.

Come build the future with us!

Why you should join our team

• You’ll work in an exciting and constantly evolving work environment (you won’t get bored with us)!
• We totally understand. Your family and your health come first!
• Your hours are flexible, and we trust you!
• We are really opened to having employees working remotely – we know it works!
• We offer (rock-solid) insurance coverage, and a great employee assistance program!
• At Lion, your career potential is limitless!

 

Reporting to the Government Relations Director, the Government Relations Coordinator will support the Commercial Development team in a variety of capacities, to include policy research, tracking Congressional hearings and events, preparing briefings and presentations, scheduling, internal and external meeting preparation, and other tasks as needed. The Government Relations Coordinator will work closely with the GR Director, the GR Manager and Analysts, as well as other members of the Commercial Development Team.

As part of your daily work, you would have to:

• Do policy research on key areas of interest,
• Contribute to team objectives and outcomes under moderate supervision with room for independent judgment,
• Interface internally and externally practicing a high level of communication and professionalism,
• Utilize strong communication skills to explain, interpret, and summarize new and existing information,
• Assist with organizing logistics for efficient meetings and events,
• Assist with meeting preparation, follow-up, and expense reports,
• Update and manage FiscalNote data base,
• Initiate and track projects, as needed,
• Draft formal correspondence and create/edit presentations,
• Coordinate all follow-up activities with department employees,
• Support department with research and follow up with communications,
• Assist in organizing meetings, both virtual and in-person, including catering, IT needs, or site coordination,
• Support department employees with administrative and operational needs,
• Perform additional duties as determined.

If you read our description this far, it means you’re interested! Read on…

What you need to succeed in this position:

Knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CRM Database,
• Ability to work as a team player on multiple projects across multiple teams,
• Ability to manage multiple, shifting priorities under tight deadlines,
• Strong research skills,
• Ability to communicate,
• Ability to organize,
• Work Style exhibiting a high level of discretion and independent judgment,
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Abilities and attitudes

• Resourceful and Independent,
• Leader,
• Creative,
• Positive,
• Organized,
• Detail-oriented.

Studies and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field,
• 2-3+ years of professional work history in similar position.

We can’t wait to talk with you!