Coordinator, Government Affairs

4 weeks ago

Alexandria, United States American Counseling Association Full time

Description:
The American Counseling Association (ACA) is the world’s largest organization representing professional counselors in various practice settings.

Our vision: We are the preeminent advocate and resource for professional counselors and their clients in a world where everyone has access to mental health services.

Our mission: Advancing mental health and well-being through advocacy, community, inclusion and research.

Our values: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Integrity, Proactive Leadership, Professional Community & Relationships, Scientific Practice & Knowledge, Social Justice & Empowerment.

All American Counseling Association team members are encouraged, supported, and expected to demonstrate The Way We Work Values: Be Flexible, Be Creative, Be Empowered, Be Inquisitive, Be Collaborative and Be Respectful.

**Job Purpose**

This position supports the development and execution of the Government Affairs & Public Policy Team (member engagement, research, support federal, state, and grassroots agenda and strategic partnerships, issue monitor) initiatives under the direction of the Government Affairs and Public Policy Director.

In addition to the list of responsibilities below, the Government Affairs Coordinator will carry out tasks consistent with this position's general responsibilities.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Data collection that supports the overall ACA Government Affairs and Public Policy agenda. This includes but is not limited to date for Federal, State, and Regulatory legislation and policy.
- Coordinate ACA member engagement by working with ACA Branches, Division, Advocates, Legislators, and State and Federal Departments.
- Assist with tracking and coordination on major projects.
- Support the Government Affairs team with assigned research and drafting of documents.
- Maintain the Government Affairs Team Action Alerts through the Voter Voice system.
- Coordinate internal and external meeting follow-up.
- Create executive level summaries for association leadership.
- Create monthly government affairs and public policy newsletter.
- Maintain Government Affairs calendar to include projects, events, budget, and other assigned areas.
- Project Lead for campaigns as assigned.
- Other related duties.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in public policy, Politics, Communications, Business or related field preferred.
- Minimum of two to three years working in the field or have interned on Capitol Hill or within a State Legislature.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and project management tools.
- Working knowledge of legislative tracking tools.
- Working knowledge of project management principles and practices preferred; with the ability to build presentations, conduct research and report on findings.
- Team oriented and possess effective interpersonal skills and sound judgement.
- Self-motivated with strong organizational, time-management, multi-tasking, planning and follow up skills.
- Ability to work independently and successfully within a team, including multi-tasking in many areas.
- Strong written and oral communication skills; writes clearly and concisely using correct grammar and spelling.
- Strong analytical and attention to detail skills.
- High energy, positive attitude, ability to work collaboratively and take initiative.
- Demonstrate good judgment in prioritizing and accomplishing work efficiently, even in the face of limited resources or conflicting and/or changing priorities.
- Ability to travel.

**Location and Flexibility: Hybrid**. Must reside within the Washington, DC Metro area.

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