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Managing Director, Policy And Government Affairs
Job Location:
Job Location:
Baltimore, MD - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 128818 - 203150
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
10 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Introduction
The Maryland Departmentof Commerce is seeking qualified applicants for Managing Director Policy andGovernment Affairs within the Division of Policy & Stakeholder is a leadership position reporting to the Deputy Secretary of the Policyand Stakeholder Engagement.
This is position is designated as a Political Special Appointment and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
GRADE
26
LOCATION OF POSITION
The World Trade Center - 401 East Pratt Street Baltimore Maryland 21202
Main Purpose of Job
The Managing Director is responsible for legislative and policy strategy engagement and implementation for the Department of Commerce. This position develops and advocates for legislative and policy proposals to advance economic growth and development in the State of Maryland in a manner that reflects the vision and priorities of the Governor and Commerce Secretary and that is informed by economic analysis research and engagement with Marylands business leaders economic development practitioners and others. The Managing Director engages regularly with members of the Maryland General Assembly prepares and supports Department testimony in legislative hearings; and coordinates with Executive Branch departments and agencies and other stakeholders on matters relating to policy and government affairs.
POSITION DUTIES
The Managing Director garners support for the adoption of the annual legislative agenda and operating and capital budget priorities; sets procedures standards and policies for Department response to legislative and executive branch inquiries during the legislative session and during the interim; and serves as the Departments point person for government Managing Directors responsibilities include the timely review of state and federal legislation; development of legislative proposals to advance the economic growth and development in the State; drafting legislative language and policy documents and providing input on proposed legislation and policies; tracking legislation; ensuring preparation and timely submission of legislatively mandated reports; editing and completing fiscal impact statement requests received from the Maryland Department of Legislative Services (DLS) the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) members and staff of the General Assembly and others within the Executive and Legislative branches; and ensuring timely response to all inquiries from the legislative branch. This position is also responsible for establishing and continuing to develop legislative relationships with elected officials and staff and for monitoring live sessions of the Maryland General Assembly and committees and budget hearings. Some statewide travel is required as is attendance at State conferences and some evening meetings.
The selected employee will have demonstrated experience in the following: leadership legislative and policy analysis and development legislative engagement managing personnel and setting performance goals business needs assessment and strategic planning and working knowledge of state government. Proven record of developing and advancing policy through the full legislative cycle. Possess excellent written oral and interpersonal communications skills the ability to work with high-level public and private sector officials maintain effective working relationships; handle multiple concurrent and high priority projects; and possess proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite Google Mail and/or other relevant software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelorsdegree from an accredited four year college or university in Public Administration or Policy EconomicsGovernment Business Administration or related field.
Experience: At least10 years of recent professional experience in policy analysis economicdevelopment legislation business.
Anequivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
(5) years of legislative and/or policy affairs experience.
2. Three (3 years of thetotal experience must also include: the supervision of employees overseeingand coordinating operations of a unit or exercising responsibility for thedevelopment of policies or procedures.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicantswho possess the following preferred qualification(s).Include clear and specific information on your application regardingyour qualifications.
1. AdvancedDegree in a related field.
2. Working knowledge and experience withMarylands legislative process and policy makers.
3. Demonstrated experience in policy fields relating tobusiness commerce and economic growth and development.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education training and experience as they relate to the requirements of this position. Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and answer all supplemental questions.
Please report all related education experience dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on the application if applicable.For education obtained outside the U.S. a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to starting employment.
Complete applicationsmust be submitted by the closing date and submitted after this date will not be added.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly preferred. If you are unable to apply online please submit your State application resume and supplemental questionnaire by the closing date and time to: or via mail to:
Maryland Department of Commerce - Office of Human Resources
ATTN:MANAGING DIRECTOR POLICY & GOVERNMENT (26-)
The World Trade Center 401 East Pratt Street 10TH Floor
Baltimore Maryland 21202
If you have questions about this recruitment please contact the Department of Commerce at . You may also visit our website at: you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or
As an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.
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Required Experience:
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