Policy Director

Western Landowners Alliance•Denver, CO

3d•$80,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

The Policy Director will lead the organization’s state and federal policy strategy, working with leadership, advisors, members, and partners to identify priorities and execute strategies to achieve policy goals. This role includes representing the organization to policymakers, facilitating committees, conducting research and policy analysis, drafting briefs, letters, and implementing advocacy campaigns.

Nice To Haves

Relevant graduate or professional degree with minimum of 5+ years of experience in public policy, advocacy, and strategic campaign development.
Coalition building and community organizing experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse array of stakeholders.
Strong knowledge of agricultural and environmental public policy issues.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute state and federal policy strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Track and analyze relevant legislation and regulations; provide policy briefings and recommendations.
Engage leadership, advisors, members, and strategic partners in collaborative policy initiatives.
Facilitate the WLA Policy Committee, Western Advisory Committee, and coordinated advocacy campaigns.
Draft policy documents, briefs, letters, and outreach materials.
Represent the organization to lawmakers, agencies, funders, staff, media, and external stakeholders.
Oversee and manage policy staff and contractors
Ensure compliance with all ethics laws, lobby disclosure and registration/reporting requirements.
Support fundraising and organizational strategy.
Other duties as assigned.