Government Relations Manager, PAC and Local - Lakeland at Publix Super Markets, Inc. in Lakeland, Florida

Job Description:

Publix Super Markets tops the list of privately-owned supermarkets in the US. We hold no long-term debt and continue to grow year after year. Publix and our associates excel in community involvement, volunteerism, and environmental sustainability. Our collective commitment to diversity has contributed to our success in being a great place to work and shop. It’s satisfying to work for – and be an owner in – a Fortune 100 company that is widely recognized as a leader in the supermarket industry.

 

Within the department, the Government Relations Manager manages the Political Action Committee (PAC), including membership retention and expansion, legal compliance, and communication to members. Additionally, they’ll develop an effective grassroots network by converting PAC members to grassroots advocates, create strategies and relationships on the local level, generate contributions to/from Publix’s federal PAC, and help comply with federal lobbying, legislative, and campaign finance laws within Publix’s eight state footprint.

 

In Publix's corporate offices, we value in-person interactions, similar to those our store associates have with customers. Many of Publix's corporate offices offer work from home up to two days a week. Each business area implements their policy differently and should be discussed during interviews.

 

What you’ll do:

• oversee PAC administration, including FEC reporting, and share financial reporting to Government Relations leadership


• organize PAC member recruitment, coordinate membership and board meetings, create communication materials, maintain the PAC database, and manage fundraisers and budgets


• draft legislative updates, respond to member inquiries, and communicate with political associations


• provide support to the Director of Government Relations through Local Government and legislation monitoring and developing internal grassroots strategies

• Bachelor’s degree in Political science, Business, or equivalent experience


• At least two years of government relations experience


• basic skills in Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)


• ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively


• ability to research and organize information effectively and accurately


• ability to handle confidential information


• ability to make independent decisions


• excellent verbal and written communication skills


• human relations skills


• analytical and research skills


• willingness to travel primarily by car and work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as business needs require

• experience in the federal or state government, or in a political campaign (internships are applicable)


• three or more years of government relations experience


• knowledge of company policies and procedures


• knowledge of and understanding of federal campaign finance laws


• proficiency with PAC filing support systems

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost


• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Group health, dental and vision plans


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria


• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)