ABOUT METRC 

Metrc is the most trusted and experienced provider of cannabis regulatory systems in the United States and is growing extremely rapidly to expand globally. We provide a solution that combines advanced software, radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology, a dedicated customer-support team, and a secure database to track and trace cannabis from growth, harvest, and processing to testing, transport, and sale.  As Government Affairs Associate, you will have the opportunity to thrive in a fast-moving, fluid environment, and be passionate about implementing change, great processes and procedures in a commercial setting at a fast-growing technology company. 

GENERAL OVERVIEW 

We’re looking for a Government Affairs (GA) Associate who will engage with state legislators, regulators, and other stakeholders in both existing and target markets: introducing our company, describing the benefits of our solution, and explaining how we support the State.  

As a Government Affairs professional, the role requires deep understanding of how public policy is crafted, implemented, and changed over time – including how legislators and regulators interact with third parties as well as how to manage a team of lobbyists. This role requires an excellent communicator (written and oral) and have a knack for making complex issues easy to understand. This role requires an accomplished relationship builder, have a passion for technology policy, and excel at defining and executing a comprehensive government affairs strategy. This role requires someone that is highly motivated, quick on their feet, and detail oriented. Most importantly, eager to work at a company that is experiencing rapid growth and are comfortable defining direction, taking on responsibility, and working cross functionally.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Core duties and responsibilities include the following.  

• Embodies Metrc’s Leadership Principles 
• Supports the design and implementation of state government affairs strategies in the assigned territory to advance the company’s business interests.  
• Oversees state government affairs consultants and lobbyists in your territory:   
• Identify and build relationships with state stakeholder groups in your territory;  
• Actively monitor or participate in state associations in your territory;  
• Monitor state regulator or commission meetings;  
• Monitor lobbyist in your territory to ensure both Company and state compliance requirements are being maintained 
• Facilitate communication across departments to ensure the company is provided with timely information and subject matter experts are consulted when needed.   
• Collaborate with Metrc Marketing, Communications, and consultant teams on the planning and development of state government communications, events, and campaigns, including the creation of talking points and materials.  
• Track, flag, and report legislative developments using legislative tracking software.  
• Analyze legislation and regulations to identify potential impacts to the business.   
• Build relationships with government officials and policymakers.  
• Report on key metrics, such as meetings, testimony, and bill outcomes using CRM software. Collaborate with GA Director on Annual Report.    
• Coordinate as necessary with internal and external teams on responses to risks and opportunities.  
• Support Government Affairs Director in political compliance.  
• Support Metrc’s proposals for government procurements. 
• May perform other additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

 QUALIFICATIONS- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES 

• A bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, management, or a related field is required for this job.  
• Minimum two years of government affairs experience, preferably across multiple states and on technology issues (or in another regulated industry).  
• Experience working in state government or a state legislature a plus.  
• Experience working in a broad range of policy, regulatory, and legal environments a plus.  
• Ability to work independently yet collaboratively with both internal and external peers, elected officials, regulators, and constituencies; exercise judgment and discretion in matters of significance and operate with integrity and within the core values of the company  
• Demonstrated understanding of policy-making process; ability to read, analyze, and interpret legislation and regulations.   
• Familiarity with Quorum or other legislative tracking software, Salesforce or other CRM software, and MS Office   
• Ability to work well under pressure on multiple projects while producing high-quality deliverables within critical deadlines.  
• Travel required; must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet job requirements.  

TRAVEL  

This position will require frequent travel approximately 30% of work time. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Remote position 
• Frequently required to sit 
• Frequently required to talk or hear 
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard and mouse.