Government Affairs Specialist

Golf Course Superintendents Association of America • Lawrence, KS

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

GCSAA is seeking an organized, detail-oriented professional to provide program, communications and operational support for its Government Affairs team. Working closely with the Director, Government Affairs, this full-time position supports legislative, regulatory and grassroots advocacy initiatives while serving members and industry partners. The specialist helps coordinate GCSAA Political Action Committee (GCSAAPAC) administration, National Golf Day and Community Service Project logistics, advocacy communications, webinars and member recognition programs. The role also maintains stakeholder databases, tracks department projects and deadlines, and supports research and reporting to keep advocacy activities running smoothly.

The position must live within a commutable distance of GCSAA’s headquarters in Lawrence, Kansas. GCSAA is a non-profit, membership-driven association serving more than 21,000 members in 78 countries, with approximately 95 employees. The role offers an hourly range of $21.00–$23.00 and a hybrid work schedule with two remote days per week. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Requirements

• Strong project management and organizational skills, including demonstrated experience coordinating multiple projects, deadlines and detailed records in a professional setting.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently, solve problems and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong writing, editing and research skills, including the ability to summarize legislative, regulatory and policy information clearly and accurately.
• Experience in at least one or more of the following areas: legislative tracking, grassroots advocacy, PAC administration, event coordination, database management or member engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively with members, policymakers, coalition partners, vendors and internal teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Outlook, and ability to learn new databases, advocacy platforms and webinar systems.
• Interest in government relations, public policy, politics and the legislative and regulatory process.
• A bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, government, communications or a related field, or relevant experience.
• Must live within a commutable distance of GCSAA’s headquarters office in Lawrence, Kansas.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a legislative, government, political campaign, public policy or association setting.
• Knowledge of golf or related environmental issues.
• Familiarity with legislative or regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide program, communications and operational support to the Government Affairs team.
• Support legislative, regulatory and grassroots advocacy initiatives.
• Help coordinate GCSAA Political Action Committee (GCSAAPAC) administration.
• Coordinate logistics for National Golf Day and the Community Service Project.
• Support advocacy communications, webinars and member recognition programs.
• Maintain stakeholder databases.
• Track department projects and deadlines.
• Support research and reporting for advocacy activities.
• Provide service to members and industry partners.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Generous paid leave.
• Hybrid work schedule with two remote days per week.
• Opportunities for community involvement.
• Year-round casual attire.
• Wellness incentives.
• Staff events reflecting a collaborative culture.

What This Job Offers

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