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The Position

We're hiring a State Affairs Manager for the Port of Portland! In this role, you'll represent the Port's needs in state government and work on a wide array of issues. You'll collaborate with lawmakers, state agencies, and key partners to influence legislation, secure funding, and drive strategic policy decisions.

From the Hiring Manager : "Come join the Government Affairs team at the Port! As the State Affairs Manager, you'll be responsible for advancing the Port of Portland's needs in the Oregon Legislature and in partnership with state agencies."

About the Port of Portland : The Port of Portland is a gateway to global opportunity and a powerful economic engine for the Pacific Northwest. We manage marine terminals, industrial parks, and Portland International Airport (PDX)consistently ranked among the best in the nation. Our mission is to promote economic growth and improve our region's quality of life, while upholding our values of integrity, inclusion, and innovation. At the Port, we believe in doing meaningful work that connects people, drives commerce, and builds community.

We offer a flexible hybrid schedule that combines work-life balance with team collaboration. You'll be in the office Tuesday through Thursday to engage with colleagues and support our business lines, with the flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

Essential Job Duties

State Government Affairs

• Develop, represent, and advance the Port's priorities, positions, and funding needs in the Oregon Legislature.
• Review bills and state regulatory initiatives to determine impact and opportunities for the Port, ensuring appropriate vetting among diverse internal subject matter experts.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with the Executive Branch, including the Governor's Office, members of the Legislature and staff, state agencies, boards and commissions.
• Effectively communicate legislative and state priorities to a wide range of audiences and venues, including legislative committees, agency forums, Port leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Manage contract lobbyists and other consultants.
• Develop and manage partnerships and coalitions with key external stakeholders on common state positions.

Cross Functional Policy Development

Integrated Government Affairs

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Experience, & Certifications

Demonstrated Knowledge & Skills

Supplemental and Selection Information

Compensation : Our organization adheres to established salary ranges for each position to ensure equitable pay practices. However, final offers are determined based on various factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and considerations of internal pay equity.

Selection Process (tentative schedule) :

About us : At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have our three airports, three working marine terminals, six business parks, and all the resources, expertise, and experience behind them to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. We know that every person we hire, business we work with, contract we sign and decision we make is a chance to make someone's life better. And we'll use our power and influence to unlock new opportunities and ensure more people share in our region's success. With YOUR help together with our partners, customers, and community we'll help drive meaningful change!

Do you have questions about this job? Contact us : careers@portofportland.com

Safety : The Port promotes safety as a Core value and we seek to eliminate harm through a culture of active prevention, curiosity, evaluation, and action. We comply with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently look for improvements that support operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer : The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination.

Veterans Preference : Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veteran's preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Background Checks and Drug Testing : The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and / or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.

ADA Accommodation : Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources : call 503-415-6690 or email careers@portofportland.com.

At the Port of Portland, we strive to offer a holistic and comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families. We care about your health by offering highly-subsidized healthcare plans that include alternative care. We look out for you and for family by paying for life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage. We participate in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement program. We provide access to additional coverage and benefits including pre-tax spending accounts, voluntary term life insurance, a