Title:  State and Local Government & External Affairs Director (NJUS)

Join the NetJets Team

NetJets, the global private aviation leader for more than 60 years, provides the pinnacle of private travel, defined by a signature commitment to unwavering safety, personalized service, and reliable global access. Discover why NetJets is the ultimate career destination, offering exceptional benefits and growth opportunities.

Purpose of Position

The State and Local Government & External Affairs Director seeks positive outcomes for NetJets and its business interests through advocacy before legislative and regulatory bodies at the State and Local levels. This role will develop and implement strategies to advance our positions with legislators and regulators, government agencies and institutions, with a particular focus on State and Local Government. 

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Track and evaluate pending legislation and regulations that may impact NetJets and the aviation industry; proactively work to advance NetJets’s interests
• Develop and execute strategies on legislative, policy, regulatory, and political issues affecting NetJets
• Respond to legislative and regulatory inquiries/needs at the state and local levels, and create opportunities to improve legislators’ and regulators’ understanding of NetJets and its business
• Represent NetJets at political and industry events
• Understand and articulate in a compelling way NetJets’s position on key legislative and regulatory issues
• Establish constructive and lasting relationships with elected and appointed officials at the state and local level, investing time and energy in prioritized networking activity
• Prepare communications to key stakeholders (employees, public officials, etc.) about pertinent issues (legislation, NetJets investment projects, business changes, etc.)
• Apprise senior management of pertinent legislative and regulatory issues and other external factors that could affect the business

Note:

It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions document for this job.

Education

Certifications and Licenses

Years of Experience

Core Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)

• Experience in either a government affairs role or as a staff member of a state or federal legislative or regulatory body
• Thorough understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes and landscape
• Strong working relationships with legislative and regulatory officials and staff
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with public officials and their staffs 
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management as well as external individuals and groups
• Ability to analyze and interpret legislation and policy documents
• Skills related to legislative advocacy, negotiation and persuasion
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans as well as responding to short-term objectives
• Attention to detail and strong follow-through
• Ability to travel < 50%
   

How NetJets Supports You

NetJets is proud to provide a variety of attractive benefits to our employees, including many at no cost. Employees have access to no cost options including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, with access to robust networks of nationwide providers. NetJets offers benefits so you can LIVEWELL—a comprehensive package to support your Mind, Body, and Life.

Our comprehensive suite of benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Healthcare Advocacy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution
• Wellness Programs & Discounts
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave of Absence
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Voluntary benefits (financial protection plans)
• 401(k) plan, with 66% of every dollar you contribute matched by NetJets
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Pet Insurance
• Family & Caregiving Support