Part-time Government Relations Specialist

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The Part-time Government Relations Specialist will support our government relations team in analyzing, coordinating, and optimizing processes related to public policy advocacy and regulatory compliance. In this role, they will conduct in-depth research, monitor and track legislative and regulatory developments and assist in managing relationships with diverse stakeholders including government officials, industry groups, and internal teams.

Hybrid and Remote options available.

Essential Functions:

1. Conduct in-depth research on public policy issues, including proposed bills, regulations, and government initiatives, and assess their potential impact on the organization’s operations and interests.
2. Monitor and track legislative and regulatory developments at the federal, state, and local levels, providing timely updates to the team and stakeholders.
3. Assist in managing relationships with government officials, agencies, and industry groups. Facilitate communications, coordinate meetings, and ensure timeline follow-up with policymakers and staff.
4. Support the team in ensuring compliance with all relevant government regulations, policies, and reporting requirements. Help manage the company’s internal compliance efforts.
5. Provide support to the government relations team, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, drafting memos and presentations, and supporting cross-functional communication. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, public relations, education or related field required.
• 2-3 years of experience working in government relations, public policy, or a related field with a focus on state-level advocacy and legislative processes.

Other Skills and Abilities Qualifications:

• Excellent customer service skills with both internal and external customers.
• Capable of working with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Effective communication skills, written, verbal and interpersonal.
• Proficient time management, organizational skills and ability to meet established deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work products.
• Demonstrated interest and knowledge of governmental processes and public policy state and federal levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to synthesize complex information into clear insights.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with data analysis tools or government relations software.

Travel

None

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation based on position, education and experience. Bi-weekly paid. 
• Base salary range: $31.17 - 35/hr

Health and Wellness Benefits: 

• Employees are eligible for a variety of health and welfare benefits based on their Full-time or Part-time status on their date of hire, which include medical, dental, vision, healthcare & dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life insurance, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pre-paid legal, pet insurance and identity theft protection.
• Employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan after 30 days of employment. Participating employees are also eligible to receive a company provided match on their elective deferrals once they reach 1 year of employment with the company.

Employee perks/discounts: 

• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement 
• Childcare discount available to all employees
• Corporate partner Discounts
• This position is eligible for paid time off.  All Corporate employees are enrolled in our Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plan.  This plan allows for flexibility and discretion between employees and managers in taking time off - with no set accrual for vacation or sick time. Employees can use Flexible PTO for any reason and is compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Work Act.
• Applications accepted through 4/14/2025. 

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Salary : $31 - $35