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The pay range is $113,000.00 - $203,000.00

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits .

JOB TITLE: Senior Manager, Government Affairs

Classification: Exempt

Date: August 2025

About Us:

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture.

To match the signature style and passion of Target's distinctive retail brand, **Target Legal Affairs** is a dynamic and deeply knowledgeable team of experts. Whether specializing in law, government affairs, employee relations, risk, compliance, ethics, security, or food safety, we use our expertise and influence to advocate for Target, support Target's business, and mitigate risk for the company. We work with internal and external entities on key issues affecting Target's ability to conduct business productively, ethically, and securely. Through our understanding of Target's business models and operations, we help facilitate Target's growth and provide guidance that leaders rely on to make appropriate, well-informed decisions. Simultaneously, we help protect the business by applying our comprehensive understanding of risk and the law on issues that impact our brand, guests, team members, stores, distribution centers, and corporate locations.

A role in **Government Affairs** means ensuring local and federal government entities have positive relationships with Target Enterprise. You will act as an advocate on behalf of Target and serve as an expert to both internal and external entities on a variety of key social and governmental issues that allow Target to conduct business in the most productive way.

This work is performed in a dynamic, sometimes volatile and highly visible political environment that involves significant reputation and brand considerations. With your experience, network, and policy knowledge, a successful Team Member will be open, intellectually curious, and committed to working in a bipartisan fashion.

Target’s Government Affairs team is highly collaborative, and each Team Member is expected to bring their input and recommendations to the team’s work. This includes Team Member civic engagement and awareness, and external and internal risk and reputation management, all consistent with Target’s values and purpose.

As a **Senior Manager, Government Affairs** at Target, you’ll be an integral part of our Government Affairs team, driving impactful advocacy and fostering strategic relationships with local elected officials and community stakeholders. You’ll work closely with the regional Government Affairs Director and collaborate with a diverse team of professionals to influence public policy and enhance Target’s competitive edge in a dynamic and visible political environment.

• **Advocacy and Representation:**

+ Build and maintain strategic relationships with local elected officials and public safety leaders, such as district attorneys and police chiefs.

+ Advocate on behalf of Target with local lawmakers, including mayors, city council members, local planning commissions, and other local government stakeholders.

+ In close collaboration with the regional Government Affairs Director, represent Target in industry groups, working groups, and coalitions.

• **Problem Solving and Issue Management:**

+ Address local issues impacting stores and distribution centers, including neighborhood complaints and good neighbor agreements.

+ Partner with the Government Affairs Director to monitor legislative developments, conduct policy research, and support state and local advocacy efforts.

• **Community Engagement:**

+ Collaborate with the Stores, Properties, and Real Estate teams to support events such as groundbreakings, ribbon-cuttings, and store openings (VIGs).

+ Partner with the Community Impact team to represent Target at relevant events and initiatives.

+ Support grassroots activities, including calls to action, store tours, and distribution center activations.

• **Strategic Insight and Trend Monitoring:**

+ Develop an intelligence-gathering strategy to identify emerging trends and proactively address potential impacts to the business.

+ Shape advocacy priorities in alignment with Target’s business objectives and values.

Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience.

• 3–5 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or external engagement.

• Availability to travel up to 25%

• Proven ability to analyze complex policy issues, solve problems creatively, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills, with a track record of building lasting relationships with stakeholders.

• Commitment to upholding discretion and sensitivity when working with confidential information.

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to engage cross-functional teams and contribute to Target’s values-driven culture.

_The team member must reside in one of the states below:_

_New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Delaware, New Jersey_

This position may be considered for a Remote or Hybrid (known internally at Target as "Flex for Your Day") work arrangement based on Target's needs.  A Remote work arrangement means the team member works full-time from home or an alternate location that's not a Target location, does not have a desk at a Target location and may travel to HQ up to 4 times a year.  A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member's core role may be performed either remote or onsite at a Target location depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target.

Benefits Eligibility

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Target will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or reach out to Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680 for additional information.

Application deadline is : 08/07/2025