Government Affairs Director

Government Affairs Director

Rush Street Interactive (NYSE: RSI) is a market leader in online casino and sports betting, currently operating real-money gaming with our brands: BetRivers.com, PlaySugarHouse.com, and RushBet.co. We're building bridges between online, social and land-based gaming businesses to create amazing, integrated experiences that keep players in the game.

We are a leading online sports betting and casino operator across the Americas, combining cutting-edge technology, world-class entertainment, and a steadfast commitment to responsible gaming. As we continue to expand across multiple jurisdictions, we are seeking a strategic and experienced Government Affairs Director to lead and strengthen our public policy and government engagement efforts across the United States and beyond.

The Government Affairs Director will oversee the company's legislative and regulatory strategy across U.S. jurisdictions to advance our interests in online gaming, sports betting, and entertainment. While the role is primarily focused on U.S. markets, the Director will also coordinate government affairs and lobbying efforts in other North American and Latin American jurisdictions where the company operates or plans to expand.

Operating in a complex and highly regulated environment, this individual will serve as the face of the company with government stakeholders and act as the primary point of contact for policymakers, regulators, and industry partners. They will play a critical role in shaping the company's public policy agenda, navigating diverse regulatory frameworks, influencing outcomes, and building trusted relationships that support responsible, sustainable growth across the region.

What You'll Do:

• 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 teamsincluding Legal and Complianceto ensure alignment between advocacy positions and operational compliance obligations.

What You'll Bring:

• 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 frameworksincluding state-by-state licensing, compliance, and oversight structuresis highly desirable; direct gaming experience is a plus.
• Alternatively, significant experience in other regulated industriessuch as cannabis, financial services, alcohol, healthcare, aviation, or transportationwhere 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 related to 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.
• 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.
• Able to travel occasionally both domestically and internationally.

Pay Range: $200,000 - $250,000 USD

As a rapidly growing company in an emerging industry, you'll have a huge impact on our product and our company. We like proactive team members and strive to have a company of self-disciplined professionals who enjoy collaboration, having fun, and of course, achieving together what others believe to be improbable. We are dedicated to treating everyone with respect and to support your professional and personal growth.

Rush Street Interactive is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity and expression, marital status, family status, lifestyle, age, culture, religion, military and veteran status, citizenship, or disability.