Government Affairs Associate

Job overview

The Government Affairs Associate role is remote, with territory-based work across assigned markets; the posting describes the position as fully remote. Compensation is not specified. Metrc provides software, radio-frequency identification technology, customer support, and a secure database for cannabis regulatory tracking. The associate supports government affairs strategy by engaging with legislators, regulators, and stakeholders, monitoring policy developments, and coordinating communications across internal and external teams. The work helps advance company interests while supporting compliance and informed responses to legislative and regulatory changes.

What you'll do

• Support state government affairs strategies in the assigned territory
• oversee consultants and lobbyists
• build relationships with stakeholder groups and government officials
• monitor associations, regulator meetings, and legislative developments
• analyze legislation and regulations for business impacts
• coordinate communications, events, and campaigns
• report activity and outcomes using tracking and CRM software
• support political compliance and government procurement proposals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

government affairs associate

remote

metrc

legislative monitoring

public policy

state government

regulatory affairs

lobbyist coordination

cannabis regulation

government relations

crm reporting

30% travel

evenings and weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years of government affairs experience required. Travel is approximately 30% of work time; evenings and weekends may be needed.

About the employer

Metrc, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors. Sector: 92.