Director, Government Relations

Remote

Equifax is looking for a Director, Government Relations to join our team. The Director, Government Relations Equifax Workforce Solutions will focus on Appriss issues by providing legislative and regulatory support on key policy priorities of Appriss Insights while developing, executing, and managing government relations objectives for the company.

The Director will lobby and advocate for Equifax and Appriss with legislators and government agencies, manage consultants and work closely with the Equifax Workforce Solutions business and government relations team. You will also be accountable for identifying business risks and opportunities and developing strategies to ensure advancement of business priorities and public policy goals. This contributor role will have a continual focus on increasing the presence and reputation of Appriss and Equifax across states while finding strategic alignment between business objectives, government programs and other trends. You will be responsible for managing government relations priorities in the region, providing sound legislative and regulatory advice, collaborating with other Directors and business leaders, as well as other activities as directed by Appriss leadership and Vice President, U.S. Government Relations, Equifax Workforce Solutions.

This position can be remote or based from Appriss offices in Louisville, Kentucky.

What You’ll Do:

Support the Appriss and Equifax Workforce Solutions Government business by advocating for and expanding states’ use of Equifax products and services, including verifications, credit data, incarceration, identity and fraud solutions, through legislative and regulatory engagement
Build and leverage working relationships with key lawmakers, regulators and state agencies within region, to create new sales opportunities while also protecting existing contracts
Identify and manage legislation and regulations that could create value or cause strategic risks to Appriss and Equifax Workforce Solutions
Develop legislative strategies and positions supporting Equifax’s government relations objectives, which include development of policy briefing documents, legislative testimony, amendments, comments and policy white papers as needed
Work with the Consumer Data Industry Association, Professional Background Screeners Association, Social Services Agencies, law enforcement, victims of crime advocates and other potential allies.
Support Appriss Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) efforts with state and local governments

What experience you need:

3 to 5 years of relevant experience in state government, government relations, government affairs, or direct lobbying required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Ability to work with a remote team while staying connected to a broader government relations team
2+ Years of Criminal Justice experience
50% travel during key certain times of the year with support of business operations based in Louisville, KY; St. Louis, MO, and Atlanta, GA.

What could set you apart

Knowledge of State Legislatures and Government, social services benefits programs programs and contracts preferred, but not required
Experience with being a Victim's advocate
Legislative research experience
Related experience as an attorney or relevant legal background looking to move over to a corporate government relations position
Experience working in a state government - legislative or agency like Corrections, Health Human Services, Medicaid, Labor, Housing

Success Attributes of an Equifax employee; does this describe you?

Accountability
Bravery
Curiosity
Collaboration
Think and act differently
Trust
Ownership
Decide-Execute-Ship

We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.

If this sounds like somewhere you want to work, don’t delay, apply today - we’re looking for you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Who is Equifax?

At Equifax, we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping employers, employees, financial institutions and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence.

We work to help create seamless and positive experiences during life’s pivotal moments: applying for jobs or a mortgage, financing an education or buying a car. Our impact is real and to accomplish our goals we focus on nurturing our people for career advancement and their learning and development, supporting our next generation of leaders, maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment, and regularly engaging and recognizing our employees. Regardless of location or role, the individual and collective work of our employees makes a difference and we are looking for talented team players to join us as we help people live their financial best.