Director of Legislative Affairs

4 weeks ago


Sacramento, California, United States CBIA California Building Industry Association Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Director of Legislative Affairs

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Legislative Affairs to join our team at CBIA California Building Industry Association. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing legislative priorities, building relationships with state legislators and their staff, and advocating for the interests of our members.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain relationships with state legislators and their staff, Governor's office, and staff at numerous state agencies.
  • Monitor, recommend positions, and actively lobby on bills of interest to CBIA.
  • Draft bill position letters and testify in policy and fiscal committees on measures of interest to CBIA, as well as other related lobbying activities.
  • Shepherd sponsored legislation through the legislative process and negotiate on bills of importance to CBIA, securing amendments to address industry concerns.
  • Support the SVP with coordination of CBIA's Government Affairs Committee, as well as policy subcommittees.
  • Support the SVP with coordination of legislative efforts with member companies and regional BIAs for state issues.
  • Regularly communicate and engage with the SVP on public policy strategies and development of key legislative positions.
  • Attend political fundraisers and other events.
  • Occasionally travel to meet in person to build stronger relationships with CBIA Government Affairs Committee members.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of five years of advocacy work in California as a registered lobbyist, work in the California State Capitol, or similar government affairs experience.
  • Current relationships with California statewide officials and staff.
  • Proven success in developing, analyzing, and supporting/opposing legislation and/or regulations.
  • Government affairs experience in a membership-based trade organization with coalition building is a plus.
  • Knowledge in any of the following policy areas is desirable:
    • Housing
    • Land use
    • Local government planning (General Plan, Housing Element, Zoning)
    • Water
    • Transportation
    • Environmental law
    • Species
    • Labor
    • Construction/engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

  • High integrity
  • Proven advocate
  • Politically savvy
  • Ability to work on complex tasks independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Exceptional communicator
  • Ability to learn new issues relatively quickly
  • Respected throughout the Capitol

Education/Credentials:

  • An undergraduate degree in political science, public administration, or related field
  • Registered as a California lobbyist or the ability to do so
  • An advanced degree in political science, public administration, or related field is a plus

Culture:

  • Team player
  • Passionate about the value of homeownership
  • In service to the membership
  • Laser-focused on results
  • Professional
  • Collaborative internally and externally

Compensation and Benefits: The compensation package includes a base salary of $140,000-$180,000, depending upon experience, plus excellent benefits.

How to Apply: For confidential consideration, please email your chronological resume (to include description and size of current/prior organizations and responsibilities) and compensation expectations to: CBIA-Director@wilcoxcareer.com



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