Director of Government & Legislative Affairs (DESIGNATED ADMIN MANAGER III)
DGS Office of External Affairs · Anne Arundel · Maryland
- Role
- Program manager
- First seen
- Jun 18, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- $91,761 - $142,914 / year (based on agency authority, qualifications, and State salary rules)
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Summary
The Director of Government & Legislative Affairs leads the Maryland Department of General Services' Office of Government Legislative Affairs, serving as liaison with state, local, and federal governments and elected officials. The role involves monitoring and analyzing legislation, drafting testimony, managing information requests from the General Assembly, and building relationships with lawmakers and stakeholders. Based in Annapolis with hybrid/telework eligibility, this is a Grade 21 political special appointment position.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Public Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
- At least 10+ years of experience in government relations, legislative affairs, or public policy with 2-3 years in a senior or leadership role
- Required experience working in a government role or directly engaging with lawmakers in public and/or private sectors
- Experience within the State of Maryland highly desirable
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local legislative processes with proven ability to advocate for policy positions and influence outcomes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to build relationships with elected officials, legislative staff, and stakeholders
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