CA Education Policy & Government Affairs Lead

EdVoice; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and holidays

Employer 401(k) match

Remote workspace stipend

Cell phone stipend

Technology stipend

Job summary

EdVoice and EdVoice Institute are expanding their Government Affairs team in Sacramento to advance an ambitious long‑term education agenda through 2040. The Manager, Government Affairs will engage policymakers to advance legislation, track bills, and craft persuasive advocacy materials.

The ideal candidate blends policy analysis with practical advocacy, reporting to the Chief Government Affairs Officer. They will oversee legislative deadlines, coordinate with contract lobbyists, and build strong

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in legislative advocacy, government affairs, politics, public policy, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in public policy/administration is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of California’s legislative process and Sacramento engagement.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti‑racism.

Responsibilities

• Develop legislative and advocacy strategies with the Policy team, senior leadership, and contract lobbyists.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend legislation, budget proposals, and regulatory changes.
• Draft position letters, testimony, policy briefs, and advocacy materials.
• Lead bill tracking, hearings, amendments, and deadlines; coordinate with lobbyists and partners.
• Build relationships with legislators, staff, and coalition partners; engage in coalitions and advocacy days.
• Synthesize developments into concise updates and action recommendations.

Skills

Policy analysis

Legislative advocacy

Relationship building

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Cross‑functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Capitol Track (or similar)

Job description

EdVoice and EdVoice Institute are expanding their Government Affairs team in Sacramento to advance an ambitious long‑term education agenda through 2040. The Manager, Government Affairs will engage policymakers to advance legislation, track bills, and craft persuasive advocacy materials.

The ideal candidate blends policy analysis with practical advocacy, reporting to the Chief Government Affairs Officer. They will oversee legislative deadlines, coordinate with contract lobbyists, and build strong