Government Relations Associate

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The Government Relations Associate will be responsible for focusing on state advocacy and policy. In this role, the Government Relations Associate will support our government relations efforts at the state level, building relationships with key policymakers and staff, advocating for legislative priorities, and monitoring state-level developments that impact the company.

This role will be supporting our North East states so we are looking for someone who is located in eastern time.

Essential Functions:

1. Assist in executing state advocacy strategies to influence legislative and regulatory decisions that align with the company’s priorities.
2. Track and analyze relevant state legislation, regulations, and executive actions. Provide timely updates to leadership and internal stakeholders on key policy developments.
3. Cultivate and maintain relationships with key state policymakers, staff, and other stakeholders to ensure LC’s interests are represented effectively.
4. Conduct in-depth research on state policy issues, legislative trends, and political dynamics. Provide insights to help guide advocacy strategies and policy positions.
5. Draft clear and compelling communications such as talking points, testimony, and policy briefs. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging. Represent the company before external audiences.
6. Work with industry groups, coalitions, and other stakeholders to build alliances that support shared policy goals.
7. Ensure compliance with state lobbying laws and regulations. Provide regular reports on advocacy activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, public relations, education or related field required.
• 3+ years of experience in government relations, public policy, or a related field, with a focus on state-level advocacy and legislative processes.
• Experience in early childhood education, education, healthcare, energy, or another highly regulated sector preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities Qualifications:

• Excellent customer service skills with both internal and external customers.
• Capable of working with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Effective communication skills, written, verbal and interpersonal.
• Proficient time management, organizational skills and ability to meet established deadlines.
• Exceptional ability to communicate, build strong relationships, and effectively engage with diverse stakeholders including executives, government officials, and media representatives.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to distill complex issues into clear recommendations.
• Ability to work with strong attention to detail and in accordance with state lobbying laws and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, industry groups, and internal teams.
• Capable of working independently with a proactive mindset, effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with advocacy tools is a plus.

Travel:
Up to 25%

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation based on position, education and experience. Bi-weekly paid. 
  • $71,500-80,000 base salary.
  • This position is also eligible for our Support Central bonus program which is based on annual achievement of company performance.
• Health and Wellness Benefits 
  • Employees are eligible for a variety of health and welfare benefits based on their Full-time or Part-time status on their date of hire, which include medical, dental, vision, healthcare & dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life insurance, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pre-paid legal, pet insurance and identity theft protection.
  • Employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan after 30 days of employment. Participating employees are also eligible to receive a company provided match on their elective deferrals once they reach 1 year of employment with the company.
• Employee perks/discounts 
  • Education assistance including tuition reimbursement 
  • Childcare discount available to all employees
  • Corporate partner Discounts
• This position is eligible for paid time off.  All Corporate employees are enrolled in our Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plan.  This plan allows for flexibility and discretion between employees and managers in taking time off - with no set accrual for vacation or sick time. Employees can use Flexible PTO for any reason and is compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Work Act.
• Applications accepted through 5/31/26.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.