Manager of State & Local Government Affairs

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As a leading property manager of single-family rental homes nationwide, we take great pride in creating an enjoyable living experience for our residents – and an empowering, people-first culture for our team members. That’s why, for two years in a row, our employees have voted Progress a certified Great Place to Work®.

Why join Progress?

As the demand for professionally managed rental homes continues to grow, so do the opportunities at Progress. We’re looking for passionate professionals who are ready to grow with us, make a difference and be part of something meaningful.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Policy Monitoring & Analysis: Track and analyze proposed legislation, regulatory changes, and political trends impacting residential rental housing and property management. Perform extensive research and analysis on policy proposals.

• Advocacy & Representation: Develop and execute strategies to influence public policy in alignment with company objectives; represent Progress Residential before state and local government agencies, legislative bodies, and industry associations.

• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with elected officials, regulators, trade associations, and community stakeholders.

• Compliance & Risk Management: Advise internal teams on compliance with lobbying laws, housing regulations, and reporting requirements.

• Internal Communication: Provide timely updates and strategic recommendations to senior leadership regarding government actions and their potential impact.

• Coalition Building: Collaborate with industry groups and advocacy organizations to advance shared policy goals.

• Public Engagement: Prepare briefing materials, position papers, and presentations; participate in hearings, forums, and public comment processes.

• Community & Stakeholder Relations: Cultivate and maintain high-level relationships with housing authorities, municipal leaders, law enforcement, HOAs, and third-party agencies to advance business objectives.

• Civic Engagement: Identify opportunities for local sponsorships, community involvement, and brand presence to strengthen ties with key stakeholders.

• Regulatory Compliance: Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with affordable housing and HOA regulations, including Housing Choice and annual certifications.

• Reporting & Metrics: Track and report on engagement metrics, community impact stories, and success indicators to provide actionable insights and inform strategic planning.

• Industry Representation: Represent the organization at industry events, policy discussions, housing summits, and public forums.

• Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Business, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• 5+ years in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory advocacy (housing or real estate sector strongly preferred).

• Proven track record of influencing legislation and regulatory outcomes.

• Strong understanding of state and local legislative processes.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to craft persuasive messaging.

• Strategic thinking and analytical ability to interpret complex policy issues.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong interpersonal talents and ability to easily build rapport with new contacts

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and departments.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and policy tracking tools.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive Compensation - Including performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, parental leave, 401(k) with company match and more.

• Generous Time Off – Enjoy PTO based on tenure, 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.

• Ongoing Learning and Development - Quarterly summits, town hall meetings and continuous training to support your professional growth.

• A Culture that Celebrates You - We believe in collaboration, recognition and having fun while doing important work.

This summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor at any time based upon Company need.

Employment with Progress Residential is conditional on a satisfactory background and drug screen.

Progress Residential is a proud Equal Opportunity employer, m/f/d/v.