Job Information
- Job ID: 71872813
- Workplace Type: Hybrid
- Location:
Washington DC, Dist. Columbia, United States - Position Title: Manager, Legislative Affairs
- Company Name For Job: American Water Works Association
- Job Function: AWWA Staff
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Job Duration: Indefinite
- Min Education: BA/BS/Undergraduate
- Required Travel: 10-25%
- Salary: $95,000.00 – $100,000.00 (Yearly Salary)
Description
Are you looking for a meaningful role with the potential to make a difference? At the American Water Works Association, our vision is “A better world through better water.” We are hiring a Legislative Affairs Manager in our Washington, DC office. This role will help develop AWWA’s legislative strategy and policy positions. You will interact with congressional staff, conduct legislative research, support volunteer deliberations, and collaborate with other association members.
This position is in our Washington, DC Office. This is a hybrid reporting role; 3 days in office/2 days remote. It is NOT a 100% remote reporting role.
JOB DUTIES:
- Assess legislation and policy relevant to the water sector; and develop and implement advocacy strategies in partnership with staff, members, volunteers, and external partners to achieve AWWA’s legislative goals.
- Build and maintain relationships with members of Congress and their staff, including those on key committees of jurisdiction.
- Represent AWWA by attending hearings, briefings, and other meetings with Members of Congress and their staff
- Facilitate coordination with other relevant organizations and coalitions to further AWWA’s federal policy priorities
- Engage individual water utilities in case studies to inform and advance AWWA’s water policy agenda
- Support AWWA’s volunteer structure by advising the Water Utility Council (WUC), engaging members in grassroots advocacy campaigns, and keeping members informed.
- Develop materials and supervise logistics for WUC meetings
- Inform members of policy developments by coordinating a biweekly newsletter and speaking at state section meetings
- Organize grassroots advocacy campaigns to provide AWWA members with the opportunity to inform lawmakers of AWWA’s positions and recommendations
- Assist in planning for and managing the Water Matters! Fly-In, AWWA’s annual grassroots legislative campaign
- Manage policy development and targeted research projects to be responsive to current and anticipated member and association needs
- Prepare work products to disseminate information to members, water sector, and other key audiences.
- Represent AWWA at internal and external events such as meetings, workshops, and conferences as the voice of and advocate for members on both assigned topics and other topics as appropriate
- Provide project management for contracts including responsibility for:
- Procurement of contract support; keeping with procurement guidelines
- Oversight of product delivery timeline and cost
- Assuring satisfactory product deliverables and appropriate awareness by AWWA’s members and the water sector
- Perform other duties as assigned including but not limited to:
- Attend and/or lead meetings and conference calls, as needed
- Act on behalf of senior manager for legislative affairs or executive director for government affairs when designated
- Know and understand AWWA and department policies and procedures
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Pay is targeted between $95,000 to $100,000 per year depending on experience and is paired with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Immediate eligibility and vesting for retirement savings plan with a 6% employer contribution and 3% company match upon hire
- Three separate paid time off accounts (Vacation, Sick and Personal)
- Excellent medical, dental and vision plans with generous cost sharing by employer
- $250 payment towards the cost of at-home computer equipment
Submit cover letter along with resume. Position is open until filled.
As an employer dedicated to equal employment opportunity, minorities, women, veterans and disabled are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
Education, Certification or Formal Training:
Bachelor’s degree in legislative affairs, public policy, government relations, government affairs or related field required. Knowledge of environmental policy or public health policy helpful.
Work Experience:
- Minimum five (5) years’ direct congressional experience to include:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience demonstrating an understanding of legislative processes and communications
- Working with members of Congress and their staff
- Providing direct consultancy related to legislative issues within the water sector
- Working at various levels of government (federal, state, and local)
- Proficient in MS Office Suite
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with an acute ability to listen attentively and to communicate technical information effectively
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities in an evolving work environment with shifting time frames
- Demonstrated collaborative skills and strong analytical skills
- Exceptional relationship management and people skills – a relationship builder; demonstrated ability to influence others
- Ability to work independently and as member of a team and foster a positive work environment
- Professional presence and excellent presentation skills
