Associate Director, State Legislative Affairs

Democracy Forward Foundation

Washington, United States
Base: $110,000 - $145,000; bonus/equity: not speci...
On-site
State policy and legislative expertise
Communication and advocacy skills
Strategic leadership for pro-democracy policies
The Associate Director, State Legislative Affairs will provide strategic leadership to advance pro-democracy and progressive policies and ideals through state government affairs efforts

Job Summary

  • The Associate Director, State Legislative Affairs will provide strategic leadership to advance pro-democracy and progressive policies and ideals through state government affairs efforts.
  • Key responsibilities include leading the cultivation and maintenance of strategic relationships with state policymakers, monitoring and analyzing state legislative and regulatory activity, and representing Democracy Forward at legislative hearings and stakeholder meetings.
  • The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $145,000 plus excellent benefits, with compensation commensurate with experience.

Matching Summary

The Associate Director, State Legislative Affairs will provide strategic leadership to advance pro-democracy and progressive policies and ideals through state government affairs efforts.

Salary

Base: $110,000 - $145,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: excellent benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • State policy and legislative expertise
  • Communication and advocacy skills
  • Strategic leadership for pro-democracy policies
  • Strengthen state advocacy infrastructure
  • Liaison with state elected officials
  • Analyze bills and regulations

Nice-to-have

  • Operate with professionalism and autonomy
  • Collaborate effectively across diverse environments
  • Solution-oriented leadership approach
  • Build and maintain strong relationships

Key Requirements

  • 7-10+ years of experience
  • Direct state advocacy or legislative experience
  • Experience designing and executing advocacy strategies
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • J.D. preferred
  • Ability to operate autonomously
  • Experience leading and managing staff

Work Rights

Not specified

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