DIVISION DIRECTOR, FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS Job at DIVISION DIRECTOR, FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS, Washington DC

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  • DIVISION DIRECTOR, FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Reporting to the Associate EVP/Chief Advocacy Officer, the Director is responsible for leading AVMA’s federal legislative advocacy efforts based upon the Association’s policies & positions, ensuring the effective utilization & compliance of the AVMA Political Action Committee under the oversight of the AVMA PAC Board, & coordinating with other AVMA staff to address federal regulatory issues.  They will manage a team of lobbyists & other professional staff to ensure the activities of the Division are in line with the objectives set by the CEO, Chief Advocacy Officer & the Board of Directors to maximize effectiveness for the association & its members. 

The Director leads staff to identify congressional/regulatory issues which may affect the veterinary profession & develop response strategies for such issues consistent with AVMA official policy & to develop & maintain relationships with Members of Congress & their staffs; Congressional Committee staff; appropriate federal regulators; appropriate state & allied veterinary associations; & producer, humane, & allied health organizations in order to advance the official policies of the AVMA & to establish & maintain the AVMA as a recognized primary resource for scientific information on animal & human health issues.  They also lead the lobbying team & the development of strategy for achieving the AVMA’s goals, lobbying Congress directly & developing & joining appropriate coalitions as needed to support & advance the official policies & initiatives of the AVMA.

The AVMA offers a hybrid work environment, excellent employee benefits including generous health insurance, retirement plan, paid time-off (e.g., vacation, sick, paid parental leave) and a supportive work/life balance. Deadline for application is 12/18/24 .  Send resume with salary requirements to: apply@avma.org .

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To be successful in this role you must be highly collaborative & passionate about AVMA’s mission. Additional qualifications include:

  • BS/BA degree
  • Minimum of ten years of related work experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the federal legislative/regulatory process
  • Strong involvement with organized veterinary medicine highly desirable
  • Must be a strong leader with excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & verbal)
  • Must be able to interact and effectively communicate both with members of the scientific & non-scientific community
  • Able to organize, plan & manage group meetings
  • Exhibit AVMA’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in execution of duties
  • Approximately 20%+ travel

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement,

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