How much does a Government Affairs Manager make in California? The average Government Affairs Manager salary in California is $161,081 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $136,695 and $185,764. 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 Affairs Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Government Affairs Manager Salary $114,492 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Government Affairs Manager Salary $136,695 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Government Affairs Manager Salary $161,081 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Government Affairs Manager Salary $185,764 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Government Affairs Manager Salary $208,237 CA March 26, 2024
25% $136,695 10% $114,492 90% $208,237 75% $185,764 $161,081 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Government Affairs Manager

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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Initiative: Taking decisive action and initiating plans independently to address problems, improve professional life, and achieve goals.

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Salesforce: Designing and maintaining a cloud-based software that provides customer relationship management (CRM) service for a better experience.

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Financial Services: A services provided by the finance industry, which encompasses a broad range of businesses that manage money. These services involve banking, brokerage, mortgages, credit cards, payment services, real estate, investment funds, taxes and accounting.

Initiative 6.51%
Salesforce 1.67%
Financial Services 1.12%
Others 90.7%

Job Description for Government Affairs Manager

Government Affairs Manager implements strategic plans and oversees engagement objectives to develop and maintain productive relations with all levels of government authorities that will support and enhance the businesses' goals. Manages teams that build relationships and liaise with government entities(federal, state, provincial, or local) that regulate or influence business activities. Being a Government Affairs Manager performs ongoing monitoring and analysis of proposed legislation, emerging issues, and trends to determine the potential impact on the organization. Collaborates with industry groups and organizations with complementary objectives to achieve objectives. Additionally, Government Affairs Manager creates communication vehicles and delivers messaging to inform and support business leaders. Requires a bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, business or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Government Affairs Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Government Affairs Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $153,925 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $156,116 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $161,665 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $153,633 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $149,690 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $159,329 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $154,363 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $145,455 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $178,168 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $177,730 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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For Government Affairs Manager, the upper level is Government Affairs Senior Manager and then progresses to Government Affairs Director.

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