Program Associate

Council of State Governments•Lombard, IL

3d•$54,000 - $60,000•Remote

About The Position

The Council of State Governments is the nation's only nonpartisan association of state officials serving all three branches of government in all 50 states and the U.S. territories. CSG is a region-based, national organization that promotes excellence in state government. CSG fosters the interstate exchange of insights and ideas to help state officials shape public policy, and it offers unparalleled regional, national and international opportunities to network, develop leaders, collaborate and create problem-solving partnerships. CSG Midwest focuses on meeting the needs of state policymakers and leaders in the 11 Midwestern states Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin. In addition, four Canadian provinces: Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Saskatchewan are members or affiliate members of CSG Midwest's Midwestern Legislative Conference. To learn more about careers at CSG, and about our comprehensive benefit offerings, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, PSLF eligibility and more, please visit our website here. JOB SUMMARY The Program Associate will provide direct support to the directors of both the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Legislative Caucus (GLLC) and the Midwestern Radioactive Materials Transportation Project (MRMTP) to ensure efficient workflow and successful outcomes for both efforts.

Requirements

Technical proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, WordPress, Constant Contact, Zoom, JotForm, and Survey Monkey
Ability to prioritize and coordinate activities to meet schedules and timelines
Strong communication skills, both spoken and written
Dedication to public service with an unfailing commitment to act with civility, remain nonpartisan in performing CSG duties, and function as a responsible steward of member and donor funds.
Time management and the ability to work under tight deadlines
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Willingness to travel as needed, including several trips a year
Professional work ethic and strong interpersonal skills, including self-awareness, sensitivity, and valuing others
Ability to work remotely with access to reliable Wi-Fi

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of, or experience with, state and/or federal government processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor news sources and report on relevant stories; draft and disseminate both the GLLC newsletter and the MRMTP News Blasts via Constant Contact
Monitor relevant policy developments at state, federal, and international levels related to the interests and objectives of the GLLC and MRMTP and maintain legislative trackers
Maintain the websites for both projects including updating event pages, posting meeting materials, updating committee rosters, etc.
Administer and consolidate reimbursement requests from committee members and other paperwork as assigned
Operate as Zoom Host for project webinars and run webinar logistics
Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations as needed
Schedule and assist during virtual meetings
Help prepare meeting materials, agendas, guides, meeting notes.