Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs
Primacy Strategy Group (PSG) is a Midwest based consulting firm operating at the intersection of government, business, and communications. With offices in Washington, D.C., St. Paul, MN, and Bismarck, ND—we specialize in government relations, public affairs, business development, procurement, and strategic communications.
Our diverse client portfolio includes Fortune 500 companies, mid-sized businesses, municipalities, special purpose governments, and nonprofits. Whether advancing policy, securing funding, or building coalitions and grassroots support, PSG delivers tailored strategies that connect clients with key decision-makers and drive results at every level of government. Backed by deep experience and strong relationships, our team is built to move fast, think strategically, and help you stay several
moves ahead.
We don’t simply “practice the rituals” of government relations. We build strategies that work — and then we execute them with precision. As we expand our North Dakota team, we are seeking an individual who can think strategically, lead with discipline, and bring operational structure to our Bismarck office.
What This Role Is
This leadership role is suited for someone who can see the whole board, set the plan, and ensure that legislative strategies are executed with clarity and discipline. This position blends strategic statelevel advocacy with organizational leadership and is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-trust, high-autonomy environment and knows how to turn strategy into action.
What You Will Deliver
• Develop and drive state legislative and regulatory strategies grounded in clear theories of change.
• Translate client goals into sequenced, actionable plans — this is not activity for activity’s sake.
• Oversee deliverables and predetermined outcomes for Primacy Strategy Group’s diverse group of clients.
• Follow standard operating procedures that support growth, onboarding, and consistent client delivery.
• Establish team-wide systems that reinforce accountability, clarity, and disciplined execution.
• Manage and deepen relationships with legislators, committee chairs, state government agencies, and key stakeholders.
• Represent clients in meetings, briefings, and coalition engagements with credibility and confidence.
• Write strategic memos, legislative proposals, testimony, briefing materials, policy analyses, and client communications including a weekly recap of legislative activities during legislative sessions.
• Support business development through issue-area expertise and strong private-sector relationships.
What You Bring
Required
• Minimum 5 years of substantive state government relations experience.
• Direct interaction with the Executive and Legislative branches of state government in North Dakota.
• A strategic mindset — you start with the plan, not the tactics.
• Strong interpersonal communications skills – in business and social situations.
• Exceptional writing, analytical, and organizational skills. Professional writing is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to build structure, implement processes, and lead legislative issues to success through disciplined execution.
• A track record of bringing order to complex, fast-moving environments.
• The ability to take direction from both Primacy Strategy Group leadership, and from our clients.
Preferred
• Direct work in the Executive and/or Legislative branches of North Dakota state government,
whether as a staff member or as a former elected official.
• Background in policy areas such as energy, healthcare, and technology.
• Established relationships at the North Dakota State Capitol.
Compensation & Growth
• Competitive salary starting at $100K+ (or commensurate with experience).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
• Real opportunities for advancement within a growing state government relations practice.
How to Apply
• Submit a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to careers@primacysg.com.
• Application deadline: April 20, 2026
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis