D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries.  Please visit our website at for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Government Affairs & Community Relations Manager. The right candidate is responsible for monitoring and managing government affairs that could impact home building projects and foster positive community relations. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Monitor and influence legislation, policies, and regulations that impact land development and home building projects


• Conduct research on relevant policies, trends, and political dynamics that may affect the company’s operations and provide strategic recommendations


• Represent the company at public meetings, hearings, and other forums to advocate for project approvals and promote the company’s interests


• Monitor proposed legislation that could impact the division’s goals, budgets and business plan


• Foster an environment of collaboration and community engagement


• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, regulatory agencies, planning commissions, and other key stakeholders


• Work closely with the development team to navigate zoning laws, permitting processes, and environmental regulations


• Collaborate with industry associations, business groups, and community organizations to align on key policy issues and build support for the company's initiatives


• Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including land use, environmental, and housing laws


• Coordinate with all departments on government and community matters


• Prepare reports and presentations on legislative updates, regulatory changes, and the status of government relations efforts to senior management


• Ensure all employees represent D.R. Horton, Inc. and the division professionally to the public and local government offices


• Work with the management staff in developing better communications with government officials and community leaders


• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company


• Ability to attend periodic evening and weekend events/appointments (Neighborhood Board Meetings, community meetings and association functions)


• Ability to travel overnight

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May have supervisory responsibilities

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university


• Seven plus years of related experience


• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license


• Possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills


• Possess exceptional writing and verbal communication skills


• Ability to deliver effective and engaging presentations to a variety of audiences


• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with attention to detail


• Ability to converse with elected officials, community leaders, homeowners and all levels of management and personnel


• Ability to work well within a team and independently


• Ability to maintain professionalism, composure and integrity in difficult situations


• Maintain high ethical standards


• Proficiency with MS Office (MS Word/Excel/Power Point) and email


• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat/Bluebeam


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications


• Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision


• The noise level is generally moderate

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be motivated to succeed and focus on execution

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Vision and Dental


• 401(K)


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Flex Spending Accounts


• Life Insurance


• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

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