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JOB SUMMARY

SePRO is a team of researchers, scientists, technical consultants, and professionals dedicated to restoring and protecting water and land using applied technology. By combining cutting-edge science with hands-on field expertise, SePRO develops solutions that help customers tackle environmental challenges effectively and efficiently. We serve a diverse customer base including pond and lake managers, agricultural producers, ornamental growers and government agencies. Collaborative engagement for environmental health, combined with an industry-leading platform, helps create healthier environments for today and generations to come.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Manager, Government Affairs to oversee and strengthen our relationships with U.S. federal, state, and local government entities. This newly created role will be critical in securing funding opportunities, including grants, contracts, and appropriations, and in shaping public policy to support the company’s growth and mission.

This individual will serve as the primary liaison between the company and government agencies, elected officials, industry associations, and lobbying groups. The Manager, Government Affairs will proactively advocate for policies, funding mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks that advance water restoration while positioning the company as a trusted partner to public sector stakeholders.

Desired candidate locations include: Indianapolis, Washington DC and Florida.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Government Relations Strategy: Develop and implement a proactive, comprehensive government affairs strategy aligned with the company’s objectives and priorities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with federal, state, and local government officials, agencies, legislators, and key decision-makers.
• Policy Advocacy: Monitor, analyze, and influence legislation and regulations affecting water restoration, infrastructure investment, environmental policy, and public funding mechanisms.
• Advocacy Coordination: Coordinate across advocacy partners, coalitions, and lobbying groups to ensure alignment and maximize the impact of the company’s policy objectives.
• Funding & Contracting Support: Identify and support access to federal, state, and local funding opportunities (e.g., grants, contracts, earmarks), in collaboration with business unit teams.
• Public Affairs & Coalitions: Represent the company in industry associations, coalitions, and public-private partnerships to advocate for shared priorities and elevate the company’s profile.
• Advocacy Coordination: Coordinate effectively across advocacy partners and industry coalitions to drive alignment and amplify the company’s policy objectives.
• Regulatory Insight: Provide internal counsel on regulatory trends, permitting pathways, and compliance issues impacting project execution.
• Internal Alignment: Brief executives and business units on policy developments and government-related risks or opportunities.
• Reputation Management: Support crisis response and reputation management related to public policy or regulatory matters.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Environmental Science, Law, or a related field (Master’s or JD preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory strategy, ideally within environmental services, infrastructure, utilities, or related sectors.
• Federal experience with environmental matters, including familiarity with relevant agencies and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience engaging in appropriations processes and funding pathways.
• Established contacts with congressional staff, agency staff, and policy experts.
• Familiarity working with advocacy groups and coordinating across advocacy partners.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively.
• Highly professional presence with the ability to represent the company effectively to senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities with an approachable personality and strong relationship-building skills.

SePRO Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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