Executive Director Government Relations

Archdiocese of St. Louis • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Executive Director, Government Relations serves as the primary representative of Catholic Charities of Missouri before the Missouri General Assembly, state executive agencies, and relevant federal legislative bodies. This role builds and sustains relationships with every Catholic Charities agency across Missouri, provides monthly advocacy briefings to each agency, and coordinates a unified Catholic Charities voice on policy matters affecting the people we serve.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Proven track record in lobbying, public policy analysis, or intergovernmental affairs at the state and/or federal level.
• Candidates must submit to pre-employment screening, including criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, and employment/education/licensure/certification verification.
• Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination required.
• Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary representative of Catholic Charities of Missouri before the Missouri General Assembly, state executive agencies, and relevant federal legislative bodies.
• Builds and sustains relationships with every Catholic Charities agency across Missouri.
• Provides monthly advocacy briefings to each agency.
• Coordinates a unified Catholic Charities voice on policy matters affecting the people we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive