Government Relations

Director of Government Relations

Salary data based on 94 job postings

"The median salary for a Director of Government Relations is $160,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $92,500 at the 10th percentile to $240,000 at the 90th percentile based on 59 job postings. Key skills required for this role include stakeholder relationship management, legislative advocacy, government relations expertise, and strong written and verbal communication."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$160,000

10th Percentile

$92,500

90th Percentile

$240,000

Sample Size

59

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Director of Government Relations Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$92,500Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$160,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$240,000Senior / top earners

Based on 59 job postings with salary data

Skills for Director of Government Relations

Stakeholder relationship managementGovernment relationsLegislative advocacyWritten and verbal communicationGovernment RelationsCoalition buildingGovernment relations strategyStrategic planningStakeholder engagementPolicy analysis

Common Employers Hiring Director of Government Relations

  • Clearwave Fiber LLC3 positions
  • FlightSafety International2 positions
  • HavocAI 2 positions
  • FICO2 positions
  • Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District2 positions

Top Locations for Director of Government Relations

Washington, DCWashington DC-Baltimore AreaWashington, District of Columbia, United StatesWashington, DC, USAAtlanta, GA

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Data extracted from 94 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated February 2026