The National Association of Regional Councils seeks a proactive and experienced professional to serve as the organization's Policy Director. Qualified candidates will have outstanding writing and research skills with close attention to detail, strong communications ability, sound political judgment, and experience with relevant issues and federal policy making. Candidates ideally have experience working in Congress, an Executive branch department or agency, or in a government relations role on behalf of an association, interest group, or company. Expertise and experience in one or more of economic development, workforce, housing, transportation, emergency management and preparedness, and clean water and other environmental policy issues is preferred.
About the National Association of Regional Councils
The National Association of Regional Councils is a non-profit membership association based in Washington, DC. NARC represents regional and metropolitan planning organizations across the nation, providing policy, program, and technical support across a wide array of issue areas. After nearly 60 years in operation, NARC has a solid base from which to launch a new era of growth and opportunity for the organization. We seek an experienced professional and self-starter to support existing staff and contribute to the growth and direction of the organization.
Job Summary
The Policy Director will play a critical role in advancing NARC's mission by leading the organization's policy and advocacy efforts. This position will build and execute strategies to influence legislation, regulation, and public policy debates at federal level. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced professional to make a significant impact on the policy and regulatory landscape for regional organizations across the nation. NARC covers a wide policy landscape, including transportation, economic development, workforce, housing, emergency management and preparedness, and clean water and other environmental issues.
Responsibilities
Advocacy and Coalition Building
Policy Analysis and Development
Communications & Outreach
Organizational Support
Qualifications
The National Association of Regional Councils seeks a proactive and experienced professional to serve as the organization's Policy Director. Qualified candidates will have outstanding writing and research skills with close attention to detail, strong communications ability, sound political judgment, and experience with relevant issues and federal policy making. Candidates ideally have experience working in Congress, an Executive branch department or agency, or in a government relations role on behalf of an association, interest group, or company. Expertise and experience in one or more of economic development, workforce, housing, transportation, emergency management and preparedness, and clean water and other environmental policy issues is preferred.
About the National Association of Regional Councils
The National Association of Regional Councils is a non-profit membership association based in Washington, DC. NARC represents…