Director of Government Affairs

North Carolina Education Lottery

Are you looking to expand your influence beyond just lobbying and help grow the Lottery’s image as a responsible community partner? You are known at the NC Legislature and have a reputation as a respected, informed and approachable advocate. You have a knack for keeping abreast of legislative and regulatory issues and incorporating that information into solid strategies for protecting an organization’s interests. We invite you to bring your skills, experience and passion to an exciting and growing industry. The North Carolina Education Lottery is a $2 billion dollar organization committed to raising money for education. We need a gifted communicator with a passion for advocacy. You will enjoy working in our stable, family friendly environment where you have an opportunity to make your mark on this innovative organization.

Responsibilities:

Develop and cultivate trusted relationships with elected officials, staff, lobbyists, industry partners, stakeholders and trade associations in order to protect the interests of the North Carolina Education Lottery.
Develop legislative strategies to positively influence policy that would impact the Lottery.
Monitor all gaming-related legislation on a state and federal level.
Advise Lottery Executive Director on public policy matters, strategic communications and crisis management as it pertains to public affairs.
Work closely with various statewide associations and stakeholders to implement a communications strategy about education beneficiaries.
Coordinate grassroots efforts with other state lotteries, vendors and gaming industry lobbyists on federal gaming legislation.
Chief author and facilitator of Lottery’s five-year strategic plan.
Oversee the Lottery’s newly created Corporate Social Responsibility Program.
Manage and implement the Lottery’s industry-leading Responsible Gaming efforts.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
Previous experience working with the NC legislature, preferably in a lobbying capacity.
Knowledge and experience with all lobbying requirements and restrictions in a Legislative, Regulatory and political environment
Excellent relationship development skills and interpersonal oral/written communication skills, including ability to deliver presentations for the organization.
Strong organizational skills, including ability to design, prioritize, and manage several projects at a time under time constraints.

Hiring Range:

$87,015.38 - $113,120.00

Closing Date:

September 30, 2016 About the North Carolina Education Lottery We raise money for a great cause! All of the earnings of the North Carolina Education Lottery go to education. Earnings have grown every year because more and more people enjoy playing the lottery and winning prizes. We award on average $4.1 million a day in prizes! To learn more, visit our website www.nclottery.com

How to apply:

At the North Carolina Education Lottery, we deal with winners everyday: our employees! We offer competitive pay and benefits, flexible schedules, professional development opportunities, casual dress, open communication and a fun work environment! If you’d like to join our organization, please apply on our website: http://www.nclottery.com/about_employment.aspx

Equal Opportunity Employer

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