Manager of Federal Government Affairs

ASHRAE•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Federal Government Affairs is responsible for the full portfolio of federal legislative, regulatory and policy issues affecting ASHRAE. This individual will be responsible for preparing summaries of these federal issues for ASHRAE members and other audiences, drafting statements and supporting information that could be used for education and advocacy purposes (e.g., letters, testimony, fact sheets, talking points, presentations), and managing federal government affairs information on the ASHRAE website. In addition, this position will be responsible for attending and organizing meetings with officials from Federal agencies and departments, Congressional staff and members, aligned organizations, and planning/executing Congressional briefings and other coalition meetings. This position is also responsible for assisting the Director of Government Affairs in establishing and building relationships with government officials and pertinent industry groups.

Requirements

A well-grounded understanding of public policy and political processes.
A minimum of five years of U.S. Congressional experience (as a Hill staffer or in government affairs activities).
Familiarity with technology and policy issues involved with building technology, the built environment, sustainability, standards development, and related areas of interest to ASHRAE.
Knowledge of government, particularly federal agencies, procedures and personnel.
Excellent oral and written communication, including a proven record of accomplishment in communicating complex information in understandable terms to non-policy experts.
Strong organizational skills, ability to work effectively with others, be self-motivated, manage long- and short-term deadlines, ability to coordinate numerous projects at one time, and skilled at "managing-up."
A strong sense of accountability and exemplary ethical standards.
Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Explorer, and ability to learn new software and virtual meeting platforms quickly.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, preferably in public policy, public administration or in a technical field.
A strong sense of accountability, is self-motivated, dependable, and has exemplary ethical standards.
Great attitude and team player!

Nice To Haves

Candidates with more experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

Research, track, and monitor the activities of the U.S. Congress, Federal agencies, as well as those of pertinent non-government organizations (e.g., AHRI, ICC, ANSI, BOMA, NEMA) and prepare regular updates for members and staff.
Prepare and issue written materials (articles, newsletters, web site updates, position statements) that convey important legislation and policy information being considered that would affect ASHRAE members.
Assist in the development of legislation, legislative report language, and related documents and correspondence to be used in the U.S. congress to aid in legislative development and outcomes aligned with the mission of ASHRAE.
Assist with development and implementation of the society's annual public policy priorities with respect to federal affairs in support of the director of government affairs, government affairs committee and other relevant society committees.
Provide support to the ASHRAE Government Affairs Committee.
As directed, participate in relevant stakeholder coalitions and build relationships with organizations aligned with the mission of ASHRAE. This may involve attending meetings and conference calls, coordinating meetings, negotiating language in letters, statements and press releases.
Facilitate developing ASHRAE responses to Federal Register notices, working with ASHRAE headquarters staff, and coordinating comments from relevant volunteer committees.
Interface with key staff members in all program areas within ASHRAE.
Assist in the organization of local meetings for ASHRAE leadership.
Serve as a resource to the Society regarding federal grant funding programs; provide information, research, analysis, written reports and recommendations as needed.