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Founded by David Packard in 1977, SVLG advances policies and partnerships that strengthen innovation, economic competitiveness, sustainability, infrastructure, and inclusive growth. </span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Position Summary</span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">SVLG is seeking a mission-driven and detail-oriented </span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Senior Associate, Government Affairs</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"> to support local advocacy and public-sector engagement in the </span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">City of San José and across the broader region</span></span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">. </span>Based in SVLG’s </span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">San José office</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">, this individual will serve as a key contributor on SVLG’s regional advocacy team – working directly with elected officials, city staff, and community stakeholders to advance pro-innovation public policies and strategic initiatives aligned with SVLG’s mission.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">This role will collaborate closely with the organization’s senior executives including our regional coverage leaders focused strategic engagement in San José and across the broader South Bay. The ideal candidate will bring experience working with or within the City of San José, a strong grasp of local policy dynamics, and a demonstrated interest in regional issues, including housing, transportation, sustainability, economic development and downtown revitalization. </span><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Key Responsibilities</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Serve as a key point of contact for SVLG’s engagement with the City of San José, including the Mayor’s Office, City Council, and department leadership</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Track and analyze City Council agendas, policy developments, and initiatives that impact the innovation economy and SVLG member companies</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Support engagement with member companies navigating local government processes or participating in city-level policy discussions — including AI and innovation initiatives, permitting modernization pilots, incentive frameworks, and tech-enabled governance</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; 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