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About GlobalFoundries: 

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com. 

Summary of Role:  

GlobalFoundries is looking to add to their US Government Affairs team.  This position, reporting to the Vice President of Government Affairs, will be based in Washington, DC and interface with GF’s corporate leadership to help shape public policy in support of GF’s strategic objectives.  The candidate will help develop and effectuate strategies for engaging U.S. federal, state, and local legislators, regulators, municipalities, and other relevant third parties and industry groups. 

Essential Responsibilities:  

• Engages in policy dialogues to grow, cultivate and enhance the Company's relationships with government, in order to provide information about the company's strategy, advocating for policy positions meant to address government and national security challenges. 

• Typically performs one or more of the following, as either an individual contributor, or as a manager

• Ensure organizational awareness of government legislation and/or regulatory issues that affect the organization and respond to same.

• Represent the organization in legislative proceedings and in the development of market rules and procedures. 

• Facilitate engagement with government officials to exchange ideas and information on business activities and potential legislation that may affect the organization. 

• Support the organization’s engagement in regulatory processes.

• Educate government stakeholders on the semiconductor industry and the company.  

Other Responsibilities: 

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs, all within legal and ethical bounds.

Required Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and or university. 

• 8+ Years of relevant experience working in or with State or Federal government in a government affairs role or 8+ Years working for the executive or legislative branch.

• Demonstrated legislative project execution.

• Ability to work cross functionally across key stakeholders.  

• Proven Project and Program Management execution and success.

• High degree of executive presentation presence.

• Potential travel – up to 25% - particularly to New York State and Vermont as needed. 

• Language Fluency:  English (Written & Verbal).

Preferred Qualifications: 

• JD or Masters in public policy or related field.

• Experience with Federal and State government policymaking processes.

• Experience working with the New York State government or the New York Congressional delegation.

• Science and Technology background with capability to digest and explain complex science and technology issues.

• Good communicator able to interact effectively with all levels of government, management, or global teams. 

• Strong organizational and team-building skills.

• Ability to write in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.

Expected Salary Range

$153,900.00 - $292,200.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.