Smart Growth America is seeking a full time Government Affairs Associate to work with the Government Affairs & Outreach team and coalition partners to engage and educate Congress and the Administration on the benefits of smart growth and sustainable communities. The Government Affairs Associate will work on issues including housing, tax and finance, transportation, fiscally responsible development, and other community development issues. The position features a great deal of responsibility, significant Capitol Hill and Administration engagement, direct collaboration with leading national organizations, and valuable hands-on experience.
Responsibilities will include:
- Manage existing and develop new relationships with Congressional offices.
- Create supporting materials for legislative proposals, including sign on letters, talking points, and fact sheets.
- Engage coalition partners in advocacy and media efforts, including organizing advocacy days, sign on letters and district meetings.
- Track and analyze existing and proposed administrative and legislative policy for incorporation of smart growth topics.
- Develop and provide feedback on policy proposals for Congressional and Administrative officials.
- Research and write white papers, policy reports and other materials related to the connection between smart growth and state and national policy issues.
Qualifications:
- A self-motivated, detail-oriented person with strong organizational, communication, and research skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. He or she should be comfortable working in a fast?paced environment and demonstrate an ability to work on multiple projects at the same time.
- A candidate with federal policy knowledge of financial services, housing, transportation, or community development will be preferred.
- Candidates should have at least a bachelor’s degree and an educational background or work experience in real estate, economics, housing policy, transportation policy, urban planning, sustainable communities, or a related field.
- One to three years of relevant work experience on Capitol Hill, with a federal agency, or working on federal advocacy is required.
Compensation:
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Smart Growth America provides excellent benefits, competitive with non-profit organizations in the Washington, DC region.
How to apply:
To be considered for this position, please submit application materials to [email protected]. A complete application will include: 1) resume, 2) cover letter, 3) three references, and 4) short writing sample (not to exceed two pages).
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Job is available immediately.
Equal Opportunity Employment: Smart Growth America is an equal opportunity employer.