Government Affairs Specialist

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Full Time Syracuse, New York Posted 07/01/2026 Areas of interest: Government/Corporate Affairs, Research/Analysis Requisition Number: 2026-76415 PGA310
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in government relations and public policy? Spectrum is seeking a Government Affairs Specialist to help support our efforts in achieving key franchising, legislative, and regulatory goals across state and local levels. If you are driven, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to complex governmental initiatives, this role offers the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals and advance your career.


How You’ll Make an Impact

  • Schedule, arrange travel, and manage expense reports for SVP and other executives; assist SVP with monthly team messages
  • Coordinate vendor calls and payments, update organizational charts and Outlook distribution lists, maintain calendar, and compile call notes for regional meetings
  • Assist in event organization, including logistics, budgeting, vendor coordination, and guest management
  • Analyze, monitor, and track BEAD activity, political contributions, franchise renewals, 626 letters, and PEG requests; prepare monthly reports
  • Conduct audits with Franchising Team, focusing on franchise renewals, fee audits, 626 windows, and PEG requests
  • Research Data Management input related to franchise renewals, 626 windows, and community unit ID cleanup
  • Support Senior Director in filing lobbying reports and assist with franchise activities, including renewals, check requests, and state filings
  • Manage PAC contribution SharePoint site; generate contribution monthly report

Working Conditions

  • Office environment
  • Travel as required

What You’ll Bring to Spectrum

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Political Science or related field or equivalent experience

Experience

  • 2+ years of political/government experience
  • Experience with Microsoft SharePoint

Skills

  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, organizational capabilities, and work ethic with a desire to complement a fun and dynamic team
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the political process and campaign finance laws
  • Experience managing financial accounts, detail oriented and has innovative problem-solving skills
  • Ability to think critically, demonstrate good judgement, handle multiple projects, tasks, and balance multiple priorities simultaneously while effectively meeting deadlines
  • Skilled in Microsoft SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook, Notes, PowerPoint, Excel, Word
  • Valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record within the Company required standards and auto insurance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience

  • Corporate PAC experience a plus

PGA310 2026-76415 2026

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A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

The base pay for this position generally is between $50,400.00 and $80,600.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.



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