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Vice President, Legislative Policy
Vice President, Legislative PolicyConference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) • Washington, DC, United States
Vice President, Legislative Policy

Vice President, Legislative Policy

Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) • Washington, DC, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Vice President, Legislative Policy, provides strategic leadership of CSBS's legislative agenda, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission to support state financial regulation. This role oversees the development of legislative policy, directs and executes advocacy strategies and tactics, and manages professional congressional relations staff to advance CSBS's priorities.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

  • Member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) - The SLT is a group of peers with individual leadership roles at CSBS and a commitment to working across business units to achieve organizational goals.SLT members collaborate to ensure priorities and resources are aligned to successfully implement CSBS strategies. They are responsible for delivering on those strategies while also demonstrating our values (VIBE) to reinforce a positive and collaborative CSBS culture.

Lead and direct CSBS legislative operations by :

  • Serving as the primary architect of CSBS's legislative strategy, ensuring alignment with the organization's broader policy and supervision objectives.
  • Developing strategies for legislative policy outcomes related to CSBS legislative policy objectives and priorities.
  • Identifying, researching, analyzing, and tracking legislation to identify proposals of interest to state banking and financial regulators.
  • Facilitating CSBS policy development through the CSBS Legislative Committee.
  • Ensuring timely preparation of effective written materials related to CSBS legislative policy activities including legislative analyses, internal and member reports, talking points, letters, and Congressional testimony.
  • Leveraging data and technology to support advocacy efforts and measure effectiveness of outreach.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships by :

  • Developing and managing relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional leadership, and senior staff, as well as executive branch officials and regulatory agencies, to advocate CSBS policy priorities and track legislative developments of interest to state bank regulators.
  • Communicating CSBS legislative policy positions to external stakeholders, including law firms, federal agencies, trade associations, and other interested parties.
  • Forming and participating in coalitions to promote CSBS legislative policy agenda and representing CSBS at meetings and forums.
  • Oversee legislative resources and member engagement by :

  • Directing and managing legislative resources and references for state banking departments, including content on relevant parts of CSBS.org.
  • Serving as staff liaison to CSBS Legislative Committee, which develops CSBS policy positions on legislative issues.
  • Working with the Executive Vice President, Policy & Supervision, overseeing planning and execution of government relations events, including the annual government fly-in.
  • Lead and develop team performance by :
  • Managing, mentoring, and developing legislative policy staff to foster a high-performing, collaborative, and innovative team.
  • Setting clear goals, providing regular coaching, and ensuring professional growth and retention of staff.
  • Additional Responsibilities

  • Assist with other policy development duties as assigned.
  • Minimum Qualifications

    To perform this job successfully, an individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and / or work experience required.

    Education Experience

  • A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible legislative and / or regulatory policy experience working in Congress, a bank regulatory agency (federal or state), trade association, financial institution, or a commensurate combination of education and experience.
  • Demonstrated experience managing and coaching professional staff.
  • Advanced degree in law, public policy, government, or a related field is a plus.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Deep knowledge of financial services regulation and oversight, including the roles of state and federal entities.
  • Thorough understanding of federal legislative process and congressional operations.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex legislative and regulatory proposals.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to distill and convey complex policy issues clearly to diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated strategic thinking and planning capabilities, sound judgement, and a strong operational and implementation focus.
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with congressional leaders, senior staff, executive branch officials, and external stakeholders.
  • Strong presentation skills for audiences at all organization levels, including senior leadership and external partners.
  • Effective prioritization and organizational skills with the ability to manage and deliver on multiple, complex projects under tight deadlines.
  • Ability to comprehend a large body of facts and data and discern actionable items.
  • Collaborative working style, able to engage and influence across the organization with individuals of diverse backgrounds and expertise.
  • Results orientation with the ability to work at fast pace and meet critical deadlines.
  • Customer service orientation with the ability to work and communicate effectively with members and stakeholders to satisfy expectations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with tools that support legislative tracking and advocacy.
  • Requirements

  • Due to the nature of CSBS's business in support of state financial services supervision, all CSBS employees have the potential of interacting with confidential information related to the supervision of financial services companies ("Confidential Supervisory Information"). As a result, in addition to general business conflicts of interest, all CSBS employees are expected to disclose conflicts of interest in financial services companies on at least an annual basis and to proactively avoid such conflicts.
  • Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of CSBS information and information systems in accordance with CSBS policies and procedures.
  • Values Instilled Behaviors for Excellence (VIBE)

    At CSBS, work-life balance isn't just a policy; it's our VIBE! We recognize that our team members have lives that deserve attention and care. That's why we create strong, supportive relationships that help everyone grow both professionally and personally. We honor each other's expertise and speak the truth, even when it's a bit awkward. And guess what? This honesty creates a vibe of respect and trust that powers our efficiency and our excellence. It lets us chase those career goals while also nurturing our personal pursuits. At CSBS, you can thrive at work and at home-it's the best of both worlds!

    Just like a healthy work-life, collaboration is an essential part of CSBS's mission. In fact, it is the heartbeat of everything we do! We're all about pitching in, giving props to our colleagues, and having each other's backs. This allows us to push ourselves to our maximum potential and embrace those bold risks and innovative solutions. No matter what comes our way, our commitment to communication and teamwork strengthens us. We at CSBS are on mission and on the move, tackling all challenges together!

    Leadership Competency Model

    At CSBS, we believe in leadership at every level, empowering all employees, regardless of role, to take initiative, inspire others, and drive progress. Our five core competencies are Leading Change and Transformation, Leading Others, Results Focused, Business Intelligence, and Collaborative Partnering to provide a framework for professional growth while ensuring accountability in our performance.

    Leading Change and Transformation means embracing innovation and adaptability to drive continuous improvement. Leading Others is about guiding, mentoring, and influencing colleagues to move our mission forward. A Results-Focused mindset ensures we meet our goals with efficiency and impact. Business Intelligence allows employees to make informed, strategic decisions based on data and industry insights. Finally, Collaborative Partnering fosters teamwork and strong relationships to achieve shared success.

    This competency model not only supports individual growth and development but also strengthens CSBS as we evolve into a more agile and innovative organization. Here, leadership isn't just a title, it's a mindset that moves us forward together.

    Working Conditions

  • General office.
  • Travels approximately 20% of the time.
  • Compensation at CSBS

    At CSBS, salary offers are determined within the established range based on a candidate's experience, education, and the market demand for the role. Where appropriate, we also carefully benchmark against similar internal positions to ensure equity and consistency.

    In addition to competitive salaries, CSBS offers a comprehensive benefits package, a flexible hybrid work environment, and an inclusive culture. Learn more about our benefits, culture, and work environment by visiting CSBS Careers .

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