Senior Director of Washington State Government Affairs
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Washington, Redmond | |
 Sep 21, 2025 | |
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OverviewMicrosoft is committed to supporting an economically vibrant Washington state where everyone can live, work, and thrive. For more than two decades, we have championed an education system and transportation network to build a robust talent pipeline and infrastructure. Today, our focus has expanded to increasing the supply of affordable housing, driving sustainability, strengthening the nonprofit community, and cultivating a more civically engaged business ecosystem. To advance these goals, we are seeking a Senior Director of Washington State Government Affairs to join our team. This position requires a strategic, relationship-oriented leader who can work across political ideologies and sectors, partnering with elected officials, agency leaders, advocacy organizations, and internal Microsoft teams including business leaders, legal, communications, and philanthropy. This position will lead Microsoft's engagement with Washington State government, including executive and legislative branches, on a broad range of policy priorities that shape the long-term health and prosperity of our home state. It will also work closely with the U.S. Public Sector sales organization to help accelerate digital transformation and responsible AI adoption in state government. The Senior Director of Washington State Government Affairs will report to the General Manager, Washington State Program, in the Office of the Vice Chair and President (CELA HQ). The position will be based at the Microsoft.
ResponsibilitiesPolicy Advocacy & Legislative Engagement Develop and execute strategies to advance Microsoft's state-level policy priorities. Lead the formation of Microsoft's policy agenda and positions relevant to Washington state. Build trusted, nonpartisan relationships with state elected officials, executive branch leaders, and key staff. Track, analyze, and shape policies, legislation, and regulations that impact Microsoft's business and community efforts. Anticipate and address novel issues and opportunities facing Microsoft and the technology industry in a rapidly changing and ambiguous environment. Public Sector Enablement Collaborate with U.S. Public Sector and Industry Solutions teams to accelerate cloud and AI adoption by Washington state agencies. Develop and maintain an understanding of Microsoft products and services and their suitability for various government functions and their competitive advantages. Strategic Partnerships & Ecosystem Building Represent Microsoft in key coalitions, trade associations, and civic organizations. Build support for and advance solutions to our state's most pressing issues and opportunities. Maintains and grows relationships with key political leadership, think tanks, trade organizations, and community organizations. Identifies for opportunities to partner on public policy issues. Internal Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Provide political and policy insight to help Microsoft business units engage effectively with state leaders and government customers. Advise executive leadership on complex and critical issues. Partner with Microsoft's Philanthropies, Communications, and Community Engagement teams to support integrated external strategies. | |