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How much does a Government Relations Manager make in Washington? The average Government Relations Manager salary in Washington is $157,500 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $133,600 and $181,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Government Relations Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Government Relations Manager Salary $111,840 WA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Government Relations Manager Salary $133,600 WA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Government Relations Manager Salary $157,500 WA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Government Relations Manager Salary $181,600 WA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Government Relations Manager Salary $203,542 WA March 26, 2024
25% $133,600 10% $111,840 90% $203,542 75% $181,600 $157,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Government Relations Manager legislatively represents and protects organization interests by working with government, associated authorities and all committees. Administers and maintains policies and objectives involving local, state, and federal government affairs. Being a Government Relations Manager monitors legislative and regulatory activities, oversees the implementation of policies that support organizational goals. Manages staff who liaise between legislative entities and the organization, leads the communications and interactions, which aligns with corporate business strategies. In addition, Government Relations Manager analyzes proposed legislative actions and determines the potential impact on the organization. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Government Relations Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. Working as a Government Relations Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Government Liaison IV

    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Government Relations Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Government Relations Senior Manager


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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, WA Avg. Salary $152,173 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acme, WA Avg. Salary $149,836 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addy, WA Avg. Salary $147,792 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adna, WA Avg. Salary $152,173 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Airway Heights, WA Avg. Salary $148,960 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, WA Avg. Salary $147,792 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allyn, WA Avg. Salary $157,576 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almira, WA Avg. Salary $147,792 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amanda Park, WA Avg. Salary $152,173 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amboy, WA Avg. Salary $150,712 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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