Director, State and Local Government Operations

DIRECTOR, STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS

The Director of State and Local Government Operations will be charged with developing and implementing Rocket Lab’s state and local engagement plan for the six states Rocket Lab is based in. It will be the responsibility of this individual to identify policy and incentive opportunities within these states and localities that align with Rocket Lab’s business objectives. This role reports to the Vice President of Government Operations and will be required to work closely with the federal Government Operations team.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop the company’s annual priorities, which includes balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Identify and shape opportunities for the business, including tax incentives, grants, and favorable legislation.
• Advocate for the company’s priorities before state legislatures, executive mansions, city councils, and other local officials
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with key officials at the state and municipal level.
• Represent the company before various industry organizations, including local Chambers of Commerce
• Will be required to report on site from time to time.
• This position requires substantial active participation in the development and implementation of Department goals, objectives, projects and initiatives.
• Drafts, analyzes and/or presents legislation, amendments, testimony, and regulations as necessary and perform legislative and regulatory advocacy.
• Supports interactions with local governments on permits and other local concerns.
• Travel required 50% – 75% of the time.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS and 7+ years’ experience working with state and local government, preferably with industry experience.
• Familiarity with state and local legislative and political processes
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a United States Person as defined by 22 C.F.R.§ 120.15 is required.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Previous government affairs experience a plus
• Business Acumen and Results Orientation: The candidate needs to be self-motivated with the ability to manage a set of deadlines and deliverables with limited supervision.
• Highly effective and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Must be action-oriented with a willingness to roll up your sleeves with the belief the buck stops with you.
• Thrives in environment when directions and outcomes are not always clear, and priorities change frequently.
• Strong knowledge of the U.S. space industry
• Experience creating, advocating for, and implementing legislation or incentives packages at the state or local level.
• Ability to turn strategic thought into action.
• Ability to prioritize and maximize the output of limited resources.

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