Director Government Affairs at Texas Farm Bureau Insurance in Waco, TX

The Voice of Texas Agriculture.

Company Name: Texas Farm Bureau Business Corporation | Department: Government Affairs

Provides strategic leadership and direction for the Government Affairs Division and leads the planning, coordination, and execution of Texas Farm Bureau’s state and federal legislative and regulatory activities in accordance with the policies established by the voting delegates as interpreted by the Board of Directors.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY

Lead and provide strategic direction for the Government Affairs Division, ensuring activities support Texas Farm Bureau policy, organizational priorities, and the interests of Farm Bureau members.
Develop, implement, and oversee state and federal legislative and regulatory strategies designed to advance Texas Farm Bureau policy objectives.
Represent Texas Farm Bureau on policy matters before the executive and legislative branches of state and federal government, regulatory agencies, and other organizations.
Serve as a senior advisor to the Board of Directors and executive leadership regarding legislative, regulatory, political, and public policy issues affecting Texas Farm Bureau and its members.
Direct efforts to secure consideration and passage of measures favorable to Texas Farm Bureau policy and to amend or defeat measures contrary to established policy.
Monitor and evaluate emerging legislative, commodity, regulatory, political, legal, media, and public policy developments and recommend appropriate organizational strategies and responses.
Provide strategic leadership and direction for the policy development process, ensuring Texas Farm Bureau members are effectively engaged in developing state and federal policies that guide the organization.
Coordinates Texas Farm Bureau’s political activities including the AGFUND political action committee.
Prepare, coordinate, and/or present testimony before legislative committees, regulatory agencies, and other governmental bodies.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, legislative staff, regulatory officials, agricultural organizations, industry groups, coalitions, and other key stakeholders.
Lead the development and coordination of programs and strategies that strengthen Texas Farm Bureau’s effectiveness and relationships with policymakers.
Provide leadership, supervision, coaching, and professional development for Government Affairs staff; establish clear expectations and ensure accountability for division responsibilities.
Establish division priorities and allocate staff and resources to effectively address legislative, regulatory, and organizational needs.
Represent Texas Farm Bureau and provide leadership at county, state, and national meetings related to legislative and public policy programs.
Collaborate with Texas Farm Bureau divisions and organizational leadership to ensure consistent communication and coordinated implementation of policy priorities.
Regularly brief executive leadership, the Board of Directors, staff, and appropriate volunteer leaders regarding significant governmental and public policy developments.
Serve on boards, committees, coalitions, and other organizations representing Texas Farm Bureau as directed.
Oversee the division’s budget, operational planning, and use of organizational resources in accordance with established policies and priorities.

Comply with the Certified Fleet Operation requirements of the Company Driving and Safety policy.
Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Significant professional experience in government affairs, legislative affairs, public policy, agriculture policy, or a related field.
Demonstrated leadership and management experience, including responsibility for supervising and developing professional staff.
Demonstrated experience developing and executing legislative, regulatory, or public policy strategies.
Strong understanding of Texas agriculture and agricultural policy, including state and federal legislative and regulatory processes.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate complex policy matters clearly and effectively.
Strong public speaking and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate with elected officials, boards, executives, members, and other stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Strong judgment, strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to rapidly changing legislative and political environments.
Valid Texas driver’s license and driving record at the time of hire that would not place the employee on probation or disqualify the employee from Certified Fleet Operator status under the Company Driving and Safety Policy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Extended periods of sitting and concentrating.
Occasional bending, twisting, crouching, pulling, pushing and reaching in an office environment.
Occasional lifting and moving items weighing up to 30 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Occasional long, irregular work hours, particularly during legislative sessions and periods of significant governmental activity.
Travel as required.
Work is generally conducted in an office environment owned or leased by the company and in meeting and event settings as required.

Texas Farm Bureau is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).