Farm Credit Bank of Texas is seeking an SVP Government Relations to develop and execute the Bank's federal and state government relations strategy to support and advance the Bank's mission, strategic objectives, and long-term institutional priorities.
Requirements
- Develop and execute comprehensive federal and state government relations strategies aligned with the Bank's business objectives and strategic priorities.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments at the federal and state levels and assess their potential impact on the Bank and its stakeholders.
- Provide strategic analysis and recommendations to executive leadership regarding legislative, regulatory, and public policy developments.
- Support the advancement of the Bank's legislative and regulatory priorities through effective advocacy and engagement.
- Serve as a key representative of the Bank in associations, industry councils, and external forums to support the Bank's strategic interests.
- Serve as an authorized representative of the Bank in legislative, regulatory, and public policy matters, communicating the Bank's positions and advancing its advocacy priorities with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
- Represent the Bank in interactions with members of Congress, congressional staff, federal and state regulatory agencies, trade associations, and other external stakeholders.
- Lead and coordinate advocacy initiatives that support the Bank's legislative and regulatory priorities.
- Lead Political Action Committee fundraising efforts and engagement strategies within the Bank's regional and national advocacy framework, strengthening stakeholder participation and supporting the Bank's legislative and regulatory priorities.
- Maintain accountability for the Bank's compliance with all federal and state lobbying disclosure, reporting, and political activity requirements, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulatory standards, and internal governance policies.
- Lead and coordinate grassroots advocacy efforts across the district, partnering with District Legislative Officers, field leadership, and key stakeholders to strengthen legislative engagement and support the Bank's advocacy priorities.
- Partner with executive leadership, legal, compliance, and communications teams to ensure alignment on legislative and regulatory strategy.
- Provide subject matter expertise and strategic guidance to senior leadership on public policy matters affecting the Bank.
- Support enterprise risk management efforts by identifying legislative and regulatory risks and opportunities.
- Contribute to strategic planning initiatives by providing insight into regulatory and legislative trends.
- Manage relationships with external lobbying firms, consultants, and advisors to support the Bank's advocacy objectives.
- Ensure external partners are aligned with the Bank's strategic priorities and advocacy positions.
- Monitor performance and effectiveness of external advocacy efforts
Benefits
- Flexible health-and-wellness benefits
- 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and employer matching
- Long-term disability and life insurance
- Vacation leave, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Fertility benefit and parental leave plan
- Up to two days per year to volunteer
- Ongoing professional-development opportunities
- Generous tuition-reimbursement program
- Physical fitness incentive plan
- Employer matching gifts program
