Federal Government Relations Director

American Flood Coalition•Washington, DC

5d•$150,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The American Flood Coalition (AFC), a nonpartisan group advancing solutions to flooding, is hiring a Government Relations Director for its 9-member Federal Policy & Government Relations team. The Federal team develops and advances bipartisan flood policy on Capitol Hill, supports effective implementation at federal agencies, and builds AFC’s brand and relationship networks across the federal government. The role calls for a self-starter with knowledge of the federal legislative process and political dynamics, strong relationships within Congress and/or the Trump Administration, and excellent management, interpersonal, and strategic skills. The Director will lead outreach to Federal Champions, manage two direct reports, engage with the administration and federal agencies, build bipartisan partnerships, develop persuasive communications, and help integrate the Federal team’s goals across AFC. This full-time position is based at AFC’s Washington, D.C., headquarters and reports to the Federal Policy & Government Relations Director. The work arrangement is hybrid: D.C.-based staff work in the office Tuesdays and Thursdays and may regularly work from home Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Requirements

At least 10 years of blended work experience, which may include work in the House or Senate, congressional committees, a relevant federal agency role, a government relations firm, or a government relations role at a nonprofit, trade association, or corporation.
Demonstrated success leading high-impact teams and managing direct reports to foster their continued growth.
Government relations expertise and deep networks in one or more of the following issue areas and related congressional committees: appropriations, agriculture, armed services, conservation, economic development, emergency management, disaster response and recovery, hazard mitigation, housing, insurance, national security, transportation, water resources, or weather forecasting and prediction.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and the ability to tailor messaging to specific audiences.
Excellent interpersonal skills and political instincts, with a demonstrated ability to build strategic relationships in a bipartisan environment.
Willingness to attend select evening and weekend events and periodically travel outside Washington, D.C.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Represent AFC’s mission on Capitol Hill by leading independent outreach to its 60+ bipartisan Federal Champions and establishing relationships with other key members, staff, and committees.
Support the success and development of AFC’s Federal team, including managing two direct reports.
Expand AFC’s engagement with the current administration and federal agencies on disaster, infrastructure, and flood resilience program implementation.
Build close relationships with bipartisan partners and stakeholders on and off Capitol Hill and within the Executive Branch to broaden AFC’s reach and advance its federal priorities.
Create fact sheets, talking points, letters, testimony, and social media posts that inform and persuade diverse audiences.
Bring an organization-wide strategic perspective and collaborative working style to develop, advance, and embed Federal team goals in cross-organizational projects, events, and strategy.

Benefits

Salary range of $150,000–$200,000.
Generous and flexible paid time off.
12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Health, dental, and vision insurance, including a $0 monthly premium health insurance option for employees.
401(k) plan with a 4% employer match.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and basic life insurance, as well as other voluntary benefits.
Relocation assistance to Washington, D.C., for new employees living outside the D.C. metropolitan area.
Company-sponsored outings, including happy hours, after-work activities, a holiday party, and an annual retreat.
Office closure the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Modern office amenities including gym access, snacks and drinks, and a collaborative floor plan with options to suit different workstyles.