Legislative Affairs Director – Air and Environmental Policy
| Company | America’s Electric Cooperatives |
|---|---|
| Location | Arlington, VA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Government, Communications or related field.
- 7 years’ experience in government, association or private business with 3 or more years of Capitol Hill experience.
- Expertise in federal legislative processes and public policy affecting electric cooperatives, including deep knowledge of NRECA’s structure, strategy, and membership to effectively advocate before senior audiences.
- Strong analytical and strategic skills to quickly grasp complex and technical legislative issues, define key points, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions that support policy objectives.
- Leadership in cross-functional collaboration, including the ability to build and lead teams across NRECA to advance advocacy goals while fostering a cooperative and service-oriented work environment.
- Advanced communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills, ensuring effective engagement with policymakers, stakeholders, and internal teams to drive favorable legislative outcomes.
- Agility and adaptability in high-pressure environments, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining productivity, accuracy, and responsiveness in a fast-paced, evolving policy landscape.
- Ability to report to the office.
Responsibilities
- Builds and maintains relationships with Members of Congress, stakeholder coalitions, and allied organizations to advocate for electric cooperative priorities, leveraging grassroots strategies and member involvement.
- Provides expert policy guidance by analyzing legislation, advising lawmakers, and shaping messaging to advance NRECA’s legislative priorities.
- Develops and drafts legislation aligned with NRECA policy resolutions, leading advocacy efforts and contributing to policy formulation.
- Engages and mobilizes member cooperatives, offering legislative updates and fostering their active participation in advocacy initiatives.
- Leads major policy coalitions, coordinating strategy and cross-functional collaboration to drive key NRECA policy objectives.
Preferred Qualifications
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No preferred qualifications provided.