Rush Street Interactive · 2 months ago
Government Affairs Director
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expRush Street Interactive is a market leader in online casino and sports betting, currently operating real-money gaming with various brands. They are seeking a strategic and experienced Government Affairs Director to lead and strengthen their public policy and government engagement efforts across the United States and beyond, overseeing legislative and regulatory strategy in online gaming and sports betting.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive government affairs strategy supporting the company’s business and regulatory goals in online gaming and sports betting
Track and analyze federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory developments affecting online, sports and casino wagering, digital entertainment, responsible gaming, and taxation
Advise senior leadership on emerging policy risks and opportunities; prepare policy briefs, impact assessments, and strategic recommendations
Support expansion initiatives by identifying and advocating for favorable legislative frameworks in new jurisdictions
Represent the company’s interests in legislative and regulatory processes affecting online gaming and sports betting
Serve as the company’s primary representative with elected officials, gaming commissions, and state regulators
Build and sustain relationships with policymakers, staff, and key stakeholders to educate them on the company’s operations and contributions to responsible gaming, consumer protection, and tax revenue
Lead or coordinate lobbying campaigns and grassroots initiatives on legislative or regulatory priorities
Participate in public hearings, stakeholder roundtables, and industry working groups to advance the company’s policy positions
Serve as the company’s key representative to trade associations, industry coalitions, and advocacy groups, ensuring alignment on shared policy priorities and collective industry positions
Partner with internal teams—including Legal and Compliance—to ensure alignment between advocacy positions and operational compliance obligations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Business, or related field
10+ years of progressively responsible experience in government relations, public policy, or regulatory affairs — preferably within gaming, sports betting, entertainment, or a highly regulated industry
Proven ability to navigate and manage the complexities of operating in a heavily regulated, fast-evolving policy environment with professionalism, discretion, and strategic foresight
Experience in or strong familiarity with U.S. gaming regulatory frameworks—including state-by-state licensing, compliance, and oversight structures—is highly desirable; direct gaming experience is a plus
Alternatively, significant experience in other regulated industries—such as cannabis, financial services, alcohol, healthcare, aviation, or transportation—where licensing, consumer protection, and regulatory compliance are central, is equally valuable
Proven ability to influence legislative and regulatory outcomes through direct advocacy, coalition building, and political engagement
Understanding of policy issues relayed to with online gaming, digital entertainment, or emerging technology (e.g., data privacy, payments, advertising)
Familiarity with responsible gaming initiatives and consumer protection frameworks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills — capable of articulating complex policy issues clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple state-level initiatives simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment
Able to travel occasionally both domestically and internationally
Preferred
Prior experience working with or for a state gaming commission, legislature, or trade association related to gambling or sports is a plus
Experience managing government affairs or policy initiatives in other North American or Latin American countries is also a plus, particularly where coordination across multiple jurisdictions or regulatory systems was required
Benefits
Discretionary annual company bonus (Eligibility Varies by Role)
401(k) plan with 100% company match on the first 4%
Comprehensive medical coverage (HSA & FSA plans), dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (Eligibility Varies by Role)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company
Rush Street Interactive
Rush Street Interactive offers online casino and sports betting in the U.S.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$160MKey Investors
Fidelity
2020-12-29Post Ipo Equity· $160M
2020-12-29IPO
Leadership Team
Richard Schwartz
Chief Executive Officer
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Shubham Tyagi
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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