Manager of Legislative Affairs
About APGA
APGA is the trade association representing more than 730 communities across the U.S. that own and operate natural gas utilities. These include not-for-profit gas distribution systems owned by municipalities and other local government entities, all accountable to the citizens they serve.
About the Job
APGA is seeking an ambitious professional with an interest in engaging with policymakers and staffers on Capitol Hill on issues that impact the public natural gas utility industry – including but not limited to energy affordability, consumer choice, energy infrastructure, safety and development, appliance efficiency program reform, security, and municipal financing.
The Manager of Legislative Affairs will report to and work closely with the Executive Vice President & VP of Advocacy and Operations on representing APGA’s members on legislative matters - including the development of written testimony, participating in legislative mark-up discussions, and providing member resources on relevant legislative issues.
Position Roles & Responsibilities
Responsibilities in this role include:
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Advancing association goals by meeting, engaging, and maintaining contacts with appropriate members of Congress and their staff.
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Researching and writing testimony for congressional committee hearings, as well as providing input on proposed legislative language.
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Collaborating with industry partners to further association’s goals by working with coalitions to advance broadly supported legislative reforms.
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Facilitating association’s advocacy committees that support members’ engagement on relevant federal legislative and other policy issues.
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Organizing the association’s annual fly-in, and periodic roundtables and webinars by developing agendas and confirming speakers.
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Representing APGA at industry conferences, workshops, meetings, and other venues.
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Drafting analyses and summaries of legislative issues and policy developments.
Qualifications
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in a related field (such as: trade association, legislative affairs, or energy advocacy)
- Excellent communications skills, both oral and written; ability to communicate technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Meeting facilitation and consensus building.
- Some work travel required.
- Bachelors degree preferred. Highschool degree or GED required.
- Must also be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Work Environment
This role is based in Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C.-based staff report to the office 2 days a week: Mondays and another day determined by the employee. The employee’s supervisor may determine additional work from home flexibility based upon meeting and conference schedules.
Pay & Benefits
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 annually. APGA encourages professional development opportunities and provides opportunities for growth within the association.
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Employer-sponsored health insurance offered with other health-benefits
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Educational assistance and more!
Apply
If interested in the position, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@apga.org with 'Manager of Legislative Affairs' in the subject line. Any questions pertaining to this position may also be directed to this email address.