Director of Texas Government Relations

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Position Summary

The Director of Texas Government Relations will be responsible for leading, developing and executing a consistent public policy strategy to advance Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s policy and growth goals for the State of Texas and local governments (Austin, Travis County, Taylor, Williamson County). In so doing, this position will work closely with internal partners to ensure those plans and activities are aligned with the Company’s near-term and significant business objectives and coordinate external engagement across the internal functions involved. The Government Relations Director is a senior, high impact leader responsible for the development and execution of a proactive, multi_level government affairs strategy.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Advise leaders on policy issues, bills, legislation, trends and regulatory development and ensure strategic alignment of business pipelines with state, local, and federal policy landscapes.

• Develop and executive a government relations plan and strategy that tracks, analyzes and reports out on a regular basis on key public policy issues, bills and legislative trends in the State of Texas and local communities that impact Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s existing business – including issues such as semiconductor policy, economic development & incentives, transportation, emergency management, utilities/power/energy, water and wastewater, environmental and more.

• Monitor emerging public policy, legislative, regulatory and political issues that could impact the organization and work with appropriate internal and external stakeholders to proactively develop or recommend actions

• Advising Company, negotiating and compiling on behalf of Company, and supporting Company, as needed, for various economic development incentives, emergency management.

• Build, schedule and maintain trusted relationships with key elected officials and key staff as needs

• Lead lobbying efforts that advance Samsung’s goals such as: workforce development, investment incentives, research funding, tax reform, environmental and semiconductor friendly regulations.

• Represent Samsung at public hearings, briefings, industry roundtables, and vendor generated events.

• Collaborate with the Communications team in developing messaging and public affairs strategies to produce targeted supporting materials such as presentation materials, one-pagers, public testimony, correspondence, briefing notes, submissions and tours in support of issues, proposed legislation, projects or to enhance Samsung Austin Semiconductor's reputation

• Participating in regular meetings with Company leaders as requested to provide updates on government relations, stakeholder engagement, and other issues related to the Services.

• Attending public or internal events or meetings, as requested by Company.

• Being available during non-traditional work hours and weekends, on a limited basis

• Manage a Government Affairs Specialist and external consultants, lobbyists to support Samsung’s GR plan and activities

• Ensure representation of Samsung Austin Semiconductor at trade association, government, coalition and other industry stakeholder meetings as appropriate.

• Liaise and collaborate with the US Public Policy and Strategic Communications teams to improve the legislative environment and to help enhance the semiconductor industry at the federal level.

• Supporting political engagement activities surrounding Samsung American PAC, in coordination with the Samsung Austin Semiconductor PAC leadership, Communications and USPA Government Relations and Strategy and Operations teams.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a corporate government relations database containing all current and relevant issues and contacts.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• Bachelor’s in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, or related field.
• Master’s (MBA, MPP, or MPA) preferred.
• 10+ years in government affairs for technology or semiconductor firms, including direct lobbying and policy development.
• Strong understanding of state and local government policy and budgeting is necessary.
• Maintain the highest integrity and ethical standards
• Extensive, first-hand experience in a combination of roles including working inside state and local government (e.g.governor/mayor/legislature) and in corporate government relations, and/or with an association
• Experience presenting complex issues and opportunities to high-level officials and third-party partners
• Sound judgement, diplomacy, and the ability to liaise confidently, effectively and positively with internal and government stakeholders
• Sense of urgency, agility, transparency, respect, and collaboration in a team setting
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines on multiple initiatives
• Passionate about government service and the role of government in society .Ability to work in a team environment and partner with other cross-functional staff.
• Excellent written and oral communication for stakeholders across all levels.
• Strong analytical ability to translate policy proposals into actionable corporate strategy.
• Ability to navigate complex political environments, maintaining neutrality while advancing corporate advocacy objectives. • Proactive, accountable, and results oriented mindset.

The current base salary range for this role is between $141,580 - $290,230. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
   

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at SAS are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role requires access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

Trade Secrets Notice
 By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

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