- Washington, District of Columbia, United States
- On-site
- Full-time · Director
- $161K–$178K per year
As a Senior Federal Affairs Director supporting the Governmental Affairs Team, you’ll take a lead role in shaping and advancing Southwest’s federal policy priorities before Congress.
Compensation
Competitive market salary from $160,550 per year to $178,400 per year depending on qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for building and holding direct relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and key administration officials for the purpose of effectively advocating Southwest’s interests
- Lead advocacy on Federal legislative actions, including preparing memos, briefing papers, talking points, and draft legislation
- Interact directly with senior executives/business unit leaders on their priorities, developing and implementing external engagement plans
- Lead coalitions within the Company and with external groups in support of Southwest advocacy
- Direct and oversees plans across the Team, leveraging and coordinating internal and external resources through A4A, consultant management, and other outside resources
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Nice to have: Experience advocating for organizational priorities before Congress
- Nice to have: Aviation industry experience
- Nice to have: Project management
- Nice to have: Strategic planning