National Restaurant Association · 2 days ago
State Affairs Manager, West
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe National Restaurant Association is a respected organization in the hospitality industry, and they are seeking a State Affairs Manager for the Western region. This role involves developing and implementing legislative and public affairs strategies while managing relationships with State Restaurant Associations and national chain partners.
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Responsibilities
Manage the relationship between the State Affairs team and the Association’s State Restaurant Association (SRA) partners in the Western region of the United States
For the Western region:
Serve as the Association’s point person for its SRA partners
Serve as the Association’s point person for its national chain partners regarding public policy
Develop and implement legislative, grassroots, communications, and public affairs strategies
Manage the relationship between the Association and consultants
Collaborate with the Coordinator, State Affairs, to provide frequent legislative reports and analysis for the Association’s chain government affairs representatives
Manage and oversee state specific advocacy projects such as polling by sourcing vendors and managing vendor relationships
Attend government affairs meetings with elected officials at the state and local levels
Manage the strategy and organization behind grassroots campaigns by working in close collaboration with the Association’s Grassroots team and outside consultants
Lead communications and coordination of policy positions with government affairs personnel at member companies, SRAs, allied industry and trade associations as well as external political groups that represent state and local officials
Prepare legislative summaries and reports for Board, State Affairs team, SRAs, member companies and other key stakeholders
Develop strong relationships with SRA staff as well as members of the chain restaurant government affairs community
Assist the VP, State Affairs and Grassroots Advocacy, regarding the Association’s relationship with its SRA partners in the Western region
Represent the Association at political conferences and events around the country
Give presentations on behalf of the State Affairs team at internal and external meetings as needed
Travel to support the Association’s partnership with SRAs, including travel to SRA meetings and industry conferences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in political science, government relations, public policy or equivalent
Five to seven years of experience successfully working in aligned positions in state or local government, on political or advocacy campaigns, on Capitol Hill, Trade Association, or other private sector work
Fundamental government, political, and public policy knowledge
Highly collaborative and accountable with proven interpersonal and diplomacy skills. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with at all levels of the organization
Creative thinker who can develop and implement new grassroots and public affairs strategies
Work effectively under pressure and prioritize work, often juggling multiple assignments within short timeframes while following through and meeting deadlines
Meticulous attention to detail and accountability to established timelines
Intellectual horsepower, emotional intelligence, and curiosity
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; demonstrate clear and concise business communication skills
Ability to maintain accurate data/information and confidentiality of work records
Highly effective organizational, time-management, priority-setting and problem-solving skills
Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills
Responsive to change and leads as a change agent; highly adaptable and resilient
Possess strong work ethic and high degree of integrity; shows discretion and protects confidential information
Ability to work as part of a team and to work independently; a self-initiator, versatile and assumes risk with responsibility
Proficiency across Microsoft Office products, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel and ability to learn new technology as needed
Ability to travel, approximately 30%
Benefits
Outstanding healthcare coverage (medical, dental and vision)
Competitive salaries
Generous vacation and leave time
Matching 401(k) plan
Unique collection of corporate discounts and memberships
Programs to support career and skills development, including coaching, learning and tuition assistance
Company
National Restaurant Association
The National Restaurant Association is a foodservice trade association supporting restaurant businesses worldwide.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michelle Korsmo
President & CEO
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