Government Affairs Director Global Spectrum Policy & Regulatory Affairs
Washington DC, WA - USA
Job Summary
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals safer businesses and ultimately safer nations. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
The Government Affairs organization (GA) manages Motorola Solutions outreach and advocacy on public policy and regulations seeking to leverage government relations to realize business opportunities. GA builds and maintains relationships with government representatives globally working to develop and preserve regulatory and political environments that are favorable to the companys profitable growth. GA is responsible for advocating Motorola Solutions public policy positions with governments in the United States and addition the organization houses the companys country management organization.
Job Description
As a Government Affairs Director Spectrum Policy & Regulatory Affairs you will be responsible for:
Developing and implementing spectrum policy and regulatory positions in support of MSI business goals and objectives coordinating MSI spectrum and regulatory strategies between different regulatory regimes balancing the differences in spectrum availability and regulations between countries to advance MSI interests
Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with government officials including regulators and other policy and decision makers and their staffs
Represent MSI externally at regional and international spectrum conferences such as the World Radio Conference and at industry public safety and other trade association conferences and meetings (e.g. TIA EWA IWCE APCO) acting as the face of MSI on such issues
Formulate and coordinate written comments on behalf of MSI to be filed with relevant regulatory bodies as assigned (e.g. Federal Communications Commission National Telecommunications and Information Administration Federal Aviation Administration and Industry Canada) and work with MSI Sales Product and Services organizations and the CTOs office to inform and support the business and proactively raise and address potential areas of concern
Prepare technical spectrum and economic reports and analysis
Ensure senior management is fully briefed on major issues arising in relevant business areas and major regulatory changes in the area of expertise
Seamlessly collaborate cross-functionally with the Companys mid to senior level business managers and employees on business objectives
Manage and direct a team of internal experts and consultants in the fulfillment of these responsibilities
Specific Knowledge & Skills:
To be successful as a Government Affairs Director Spectrum Policy and Regulatory Affairs you should have:
Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Juris Doctorate Degree
10 years of Government Affairs or Government Regulatory Agency experience
Must have experience in of the following: RF Spectrum or Wireless Communications
Knowledge of spectrum and other related regulatory and policy issues impacting Motorola Solutions global businesses is a plus
Demonstrated knowledge of the global radio communications industry
Experience in public safety and defense communications a plus
Experience building consensus among different industry and/or government stakeholders
Demonstrated experience working directly with government officials to advance business objectives
Excellent communication skills both written and oral demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to influence negotiate and persuade.
Demonstrated writing ability with experience drafting items for submission to government authorities
Ability to produce professional and polished presentations for use with senior-level government officials
Knowledge and experience in helping advance regulatory and legislative issues and development of strategic plans to support such efforts
Skill in gathering analyzing and effectively communicating information to be used in advocacy
Comfort with technical engineering and spectrum data and analysis
Ability to align work with broader business strategies and goals to drive results
Strategic thinker with the ability to focus on diverse internal customer base
Uncompromising ethics integrity and sound judgment essential.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to influence negotiate and persuade
Target Base Salary Range: $220000 - $230000 USD
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge skills and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
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Basic Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Engineering OR Juris Doctorate Degree
10 years experience in Government Affairs or Government Regulatory Agency
Must have experience in one of the following: RF Spectrum or Wireless Communications
Travel Requirements
10-25%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
YesOur :
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical Dental Visionbenefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
GenerousPaidTime Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
PaidParental & Family Leave
and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.
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Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Motorola Solutions, Inc., incorporated on March 9, 1973, is a provider of communication infrastructure, devices, accessories, software and services. The Company operates through two segments: Products and Services. It serves global customer base spanning federal, state, county, provin ... View more