Manager Federal Government Affairs

Job Location: Washington Other Potential Locations: Washington, DC Anticipated Start Date: 09/14/2026 Number of Positions: 1 Salary Range: $87,100 - $94,700

The BNSF Railway Government Affairs Department is a critical component of our company. As our voice in Washington, D.C., this team works tirelessly to advocate for and influence policies that can impact BNSF and the railroad industry. By engaging with policymakers, community leaders, and stakeholders, we can shape the future of transportation and ensure the success of our business.

This is a full-time position located in Washington, D.C. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.

The Manager Federal Government Affairs plays a key role in helping to manage and support the day-to-day activities of a dynamic BNSF D.C. government relations team.

Help lead the preparation and execution of BNSF Railway external outreach and advocacy activities with Congress, federal agencies and third party stakeholders in Washington, DC.

Support internal senior executive and employee communications about key political, policymaking and regulatory activities.

Provide strategic and tactical advice to advance company policymaking and regulatory priorities, and help research policy positions and prepare background materials to support strategy execution.

Manage charitable giving and support the company's Political Action Commitee (RailPAC), including opportunities to organize, attend and represent BNSF at fundraising and charitable events.

Assist in managing Congressional ethics and lobbying compliance reporting obligations.

Monitor and report on legislative, regulatory, and D.C. media developments, to include attendance at congressional and agency regulatory hearings.

Assist in planning and supporting BNSF Network/facility/headquarters visits by public officials and others related to public policy purposes.

Assist in managing and supporting office organizational systems, including filing and document retention practices.

- Able to work now and in the future without BNSF's assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).

- Three to five years of experience in federal policymaking, political fundraising or combination of both.

- Familiarity with federal legislative and regulatory processes

- Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

- Strong writing, organizational and communication skills. - Strong research, policy and data analysis skills.

- Familiarity with website/social media tools and information technology.

- Familiarity with Political Action Committees (PACs) and political fundraising.

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

- An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program. - A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options. - Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost. - Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match). - Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support. - Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program) - Generous leave / time off policies. - For more information, visit Benefits .