What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Government Affairs position at Delviom, LLC?
Director of Government Affairs
Location: Local to Washington, DC metro area is required.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Researches and monitors federal legislation, regulation, or policy action that could affect the Association’s membership and industry at large.
- Develops and executes strategic policy planning in coordination with association’s membership.
- Identifies and develops legislative and public policy changes that will support industry operations.
- Builds and maintains professional relationships with members of federal government entities, agencies and Congressional staff.
- Develops briefs, letters, comments, whitepapers, toolkits, and memos on relevant policy issues.
- Collaborates with member advocates to build areas of common interest.
- Performs other duties as required.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Strong government contacts within Congress and administration.
- Extensive knowledge of the legislative process.
- Experience with energy, tax, and/or infrastructure policy issues.
- Ability to organize time effectively, work independently, and coordinate multiple priorities within a diverse legislative portfolio.
- Creativity and flexibility to undertake new assignments and identify new opportunities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Ability and willingness to work in a remote environment.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Relations, or related field required; Advanced degree preferred.
- Seven years of experience in advocacy, government relations, public affairs, or non-profit required or federal government experience.
