Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary :
The position of Assistant Vice President, Federal Government Relations will aid in developing and implementing comprehensive advocacy strategies, monitor legislative and regulatory developments, and serve as the association’s primary liaison on related issues with Congress and federal agencies. In addition, the role involves monitoring legislative and regulatory changes, building relationships with policymakers, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring the organization's mission and strategic priorities are effectively communicated and supported.
Principal Responsibilities :
- Required to cultivate and meet frequently with Members of Congress and their staff and promote the property casualty industry’s goals and positions
- Maintain contacts with APCIA members concerning matters of current and future interest to the Association.
- Coordinate key policy issues for the industry, with particular emphasis on judiciary and transportation issues.
- Responsible for tracking, analyzing, and reporting on legislative and regulatory developments of importance to the industry
- Work closely with Vice Presidents within APCIA Government relations team and member Washington representatives in devising and implementing legislative strategy.
- Work with the APCIA's contract lobbyists in furtherance of the industry's legislative goals.
- Participate in (and initiates, as necessary) Association working groups on key policy topics.
- Monitor, interpret, and summarize congressional proceedings for Association officials and Washington representatives.
- Represent APCIA as a spokesman at various events including legislative conferences, industry meetings, governmental forums, and fundraisers.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
Education Requirements : Bachelor's degree in political science or the equivalent combination of formal education and experience
Experience :
At least 5 years of legislative Hill experience and / or lobbying on issues at the highest level of the governmentMust have a thorough knowledge of congressional organization and procedures, Administration, and agency initiatives T&I, Judiciary or E&C experience would be preferableAbility to develop and maintain close working relationships with congressional staff and MembersAble to articulate and advocate policy positions to broad range of audiencesMust have the ability to work quickly, digest complex legislation, and produce accurate information is of utmost importanceExcellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in an accessible mannerStrong analytical, organizational, and time management skills with an ability to prioritizeUnderstanding of the legislative process at state and federal levelsLegislative advocacy skills.Strong interpersonal abilitiesStrategic thinker with negotiation skills.