Public Policy Associate IV

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We have onsite locations in: Sioux Falls, SD,  Scottsdale, AZ,  Troy, MI,  Franklin, TN,  Dallas, TX

At Pathward, we take tremendous pride in our purpose to create financial inclusion for all™. We are a financial empowerment company that works with innovators to increase financial availability, choice, and opportunity for all.  We strive to remove barriers that traditional institutions put in the way of financial access, and promote economic mobility by providing responsible, secure, high quality financial products.

We are a team of problem solvers and innovators who celebrate our differences and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger and well-positioned for success.  We celebrate, and embrace, our team members through our *HUMBLE*HUNGRY*SMART approach, and we believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve. 

While we support hybrid remote work, please note that this role is required to commute to the Washington, D.C. location on a daily basis. 

About the Role:

Support government relations efforts in the achievement of the strategic policy and advocacy plan for Pathward. Provide support in the design and execution of effective advocacy strategies for the organization's policy priorities and support policy and advocacy activities at both the Federal and state level.

What You Will Do:

• Assist in monitoring the federal and state legislation and regulatory requirements applicable to the financial services industry and Pathward, in particular.
• Conduct research and analysis of legislative proposals and rules promulgated by the regulatory agencies.
• Distill complex issues for a variety of audiences.
• Recommend and contribute to the development of materials in support of Pathward’s public policy focus, including white papers, talking points, and reporting updates.
• Support organizational efforts to communicate and advocate important issues and priorities with legislators and regulators. 
• Lead Pathward’s PAC engagement strategy.
• Assist in planning events and other activities to support organization policy objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external colleagues at the direction of department leadership on assignments and tasks. 
• Engage with legislators, regulators, and industry influencers at in-person and virtual events.
• Based in Washington, D.C. with travel up to 25%, including but not limited to Pathward’s headquarters state of South Dakota.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and work experience.
• Typically, 8+ years with bachelor's or
• Prior experience at a bank, federal baking agency, or related trade association is preferred.
• Maintaining relationships with the public
• Research and analysis
• Managing multiple, competing priorities
• Working collaboratively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive and may be changed at any time.

Salary range: $99,501.91 – $183,764.31

The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this role. Individual pay within the range will be determined by multiple factors which can include but are not limited to a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your location during the hiring process. Ranges may be modified in the future.
This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based incentive opportunity.  Pathward offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health insurance, 401(k) retirement benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid time off, and more.

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Don’t have everything listed under qualifications? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single condition. At Pathward, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture of belonging, so if you’re excited about this role but your experiences don’t match exactly to everything in the posting we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other Pathward roles.

Who we are: 

Our commitment to inclusion is woven into our DNA. We believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve. 

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, national origin, age (age 40 and over), disability, genetic information, marital status, hair texture or hairstyle, ancestry, service in the uniformed services, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.

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