Field Government Relations Specialist - Erie Insurance

Division or Field Office:

Law Division
Department of Position: Government Relations Dept
Work from:
Home in ERIE's Footprint Salary Range:
$85,247.00-$136,175.00*

salary range is for thislevel and may vary based on actual level of role hired for

*This range represents a national range and the actual salary will depend on several factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the skills, education, training, credentials, location, and experience of an applicant, as well as level of role for which the successful candidate is hired.Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.

At Erie Insurance, you're not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you're also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 6,000 employees and over 13,000 independent agencies. Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia.

Benefits That Go Beyond The Basics

We strive to be Above all in Service® to our customers-and to our employees. That's why Erie Insurance offers you an exceptional benefits package, including:

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents.Coverage begins your first day of work.
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums.We currently pay up to 97% of employees' monthly premium costs.
• Pension.We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match.The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
• Paid time off.Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
• Career development.Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.

Additional benefits that include company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.

Position Summary

Develops, coordinates and implements government relations strategies in specified states or territories to enhance ERIE's relations with government and regulatory authorities. Builds and develops relationships with officials and their representative staff at the state level.

• The successful candidate will work from an ERIE Branch if accessible or fully remote within our Footprint.
• The successful candidate will be required to travel frequently to our Atlantic region.
• The Hiring Manager will also consider candidates for Sr. Field Government Relations Specialist. Level of position offered will be based upon the depth and breadth of selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Researches and monitors proposed legislation or administrative rules that have potential to impact the insurance industry. Seeks input from appropriate parties and analyzes impacts of proposed regulations. Presents findings via memoranda, articles and positions papers, in a timely manner.
• Develops and implements legislative action strategies and represents ERIE's public policy positions and policies to state and federal government bodies. Develops working relationships with legislators, key staff members and other industry government relations representatives. Develops and implements programs to build and develop working relationships with key contacts.
• Coordinates ERIE Political Action Committees (PAC) and ERIE-PAC-FED to maximize political support and strategic impact. Assists in updating bi-partisan PAC budget and disbursement plan for PAC Management Committee review and input. Coordinates communications and follow-up with ERIE Agents and vendors for PA Insurance PAC solicitations.
• Represents ERIE at meetings, hearings, and functions that pertain to programs that may impact the products and services ERIE provides. Analyzes and shares findings.
• Supports the Customer Service and Actuarial Divisions in rate and product filings with state insurance departments.
• Participates in the development of public policy positions, coordinating relationships with the state legislators and working to maximize relationships with key legislators. Exchanges information about ERIE, as well as company interests and concerns.
• Develops integrated and consistent government relations strategies directed at Employees, Agents, policyholders, elected officials and external audiences. Serves as the contact person for media outlet for legislative and regulatory issues.
• Drafts and delivers testimony and other written comments in support of insurance industry positions on pending legislation and regulations.
• Assists department manager in managing retained lobbyists.
• Completes special projects as required.

The firstsix duties listed are the functions identified as essential to the job. Essential functions are those job duties that must be performedin order forthe job to be accomplished.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instruction and to perform any other duties as requested by their supervisor, or as become evident.

Competencies

• Values Diversity
• Nimble Learning
• Self-Development
• Collaborates
• Customer Focus
• Information Management Skills
• Cultivates Innovation
• Job-Specific Knowledge
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Instills Trust
• Ensures Accountability
• Decision Quality

Qualifications

Minimum Educational Requirements

• Bachelors' degree in public policy, public relations, communications or related field, required. Master's Degree preferred.

Additional Experience

• Six years experience in government relations, public relations, marketing or communications required.
• In lieu of government relations experience, eight years of insurance industry experience and completion of General Insurance Program and IIA or CPCU courses required.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software required.
• Frequent travel, including overnight stays, required.

Designations and/or Licenses

• Valid driver's license and a good driving record required.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/Moving 0-20 lbs; Occasional (<20>
• Lifting/Moving 20-50 lbs; Occasional (<20>
• Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Occasional (<20>
• Driving; Occasional (<20>
• Pushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Occasional (<20>
• Manual Keying/Data Entry/inputting information/computer use; Often (20-50%)
• Climbing/accessing heights; Rarely

Nearest Major Market: Erie