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Director of Government Relations
Progress Residential®. Represent Progress Residential by advocating before state and local government officials on policies relevant to Progress Residential, its affiliates, owners, property managers, and the single-family rental industry .
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Represent Progress Residential by advocating before state and local government officials on policies relevant to Progress Residential, its affiliates, owners, property managers, and the single-family rental industry
- Execute government relations strategies and influence key decision-makers
- Build durable relationships with legislators, policymakers, regulators, and government staff
- Communicate Progress Residential’s and/or the industry’s positions before state and local governments, with limited federal engagement as needed
- Monitor and analyze state and local legislative and regulatory proposals
- Assess policy impacts and elevate risks early
- Develop and implement advocacy strategies and policy positions with the Vice President of Government Affairs
- Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, lobbyists, stakeholders, industry leaders, member companies, and advocacy organizations
- Educate and persuade decision-makers about the single-family rental industry’s role, concerns, and economic contributions
- Support efforts to influence laws and regulations affecting Progress Residential
- Advocate for fair competition, economic growth, and operational stability
- Represent Progress Residential in industry meetings, conferences, and public forums
- Prepare senior leadership and market teams for meetings with government officials and regulatory agencies
- Serve as a surrogate for the Vice President of Government Affairs when appropriate
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree required
- 7–10 years of experience in government relations, public policy, government service, or a related role
- Capitol Hill or state legislative experience required
- Working knowledge of the single-family rental industry, housing policy, or regulated real estate sectors
- Strong understanding of legislative processes, regulatory frameworks, and political dynamics at the state and local levels
- Proven ability to analyze complex policy issues and translate them into clear advocacy strategies
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to build, manage, and sustain relationships with policymakers and stakeholders
- High ethical standards and demonstrated commitment to compliance with lobbying laws and disclosure requirements
- Satisfactory background and drug screen required as a condition of employment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Performance-based bonuses
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Parental leave
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO based on tenure
- 13 paid holidays
- 1 floating holiday
- Quarterly summits
- Town hall meetings
- Continuous training
- Collaboration, recognition, and fun workplace culture