Director, Federal Affairs

American Coatings Association & PaintCare•Washington, DC

23h•$120,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As Director of Federal Affairs, you will be advocating for the coatings industry’s highest priorities. This position will report to ACA’s Senior Vice President of Government Affairs. The position will manage multiple fast-paced conversations on issues such as housing, international trade, and chemicals management, to name just a few. In this role, you will have direct contact with ACA members, affiliated industry organizations, Members of Congress, their staff and staff for congressional committees. A typical day will include building and maintaining a strong network of contacts with members of Congress and their staff, engaging in a variety of activities relevant to analyzing and advocating on legislative initiatives, including hearings and countless meetings, and corresponding with key members of the coatings industry. ACA provides a flexible hybrid working environment in the Washington DC area. The ideal candidate for this role will be a forward thinker with initiative, a strong work ethic, Capitol Hill experience, and a desire to work in policy and politics. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in Washington, D.C.

Requirements

Minimum BA degree in political science, legislative policy or other related field
Minimum of five years of legislative experience (Capitol Hill or trade association)
Travel will be required in this role

Nice To Haves

Robust knowledge of the political and legislative process
Deep understanding of political landscape and high political acumen
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong problem solving, trouble shooting and follow-through abilities
Tenacity and drive to learn and take on new tasks
Big picture thinking with an obsession for details
Customer service skills and proven ability to work as a team
Ensure compliance with reporting deadlines
Work with candidates and professionals from both parties

Responsibilities

Identify key policymakers and build and maintain positive relationships
Identify and analyze legislative proposals that impact the industry and work with industry experts to craft responses
Support the identification of key policymakers for grassroots efforts
Participate in legislative meetings, hearings, fundraisers, etc. which will advance the industry’s position on high priority issues
Develop legislative strategies to achieve the industry’s goals
Support the management of ACA’s Government and Regulatory Affairs Committee and all related subcommittees
Work collaboratively with ACA’s professional teams (Events and Engagement, Communications, etc.) to accomplish ACA’s Strategic Goals
Represent industry at political functions
Monitor political activities on a continual basis to advise association on political races across the country
Assist in organizing facility tours for members of Congress and their staff
Coordinate grassroots/grasstops strategy including grassroots alerts and communications
Assist in the organization of DC fly-in