California State Policy & Legislation Lead

California Food Banks; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

California Food Banks is seeking a State Legislation Senior Manager to lead advocacy efforts in support of the association’s annual policy agenda. The role requires collaboration with the Director of Public Policy & Advocacy, policy teams, and the lobbyist to advance policy goals with state lawmakers and agencies.

The position emphasizes coalition-building, research-guided strategy, and representation at committees, events, and conferences to strengthen hunger policy and the social safety net in

Qualifications

• Five years of experience managing government affairs programs.
• Advocacy experience in California required.
• Knowledge of SNAP/CalFresh and TEFAP.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead the state legislative advocacy work aligned to policy agenda.
• Collaborate with policy team and lobbyist to advance goals.
• Engage with allies and coalitions to push priorities.
• Address emerging policy issues proactively.
• Represent the association at committees, events, and media.
• Organize meetings and legislative lobby day.
• Support conferences like the Bi-annual Food ACCESS Conference.

Skills

Government affairs

State advocacy

Hunger policy knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Trade associations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration/public policy/social services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

California Food Banks is seeking a State Legislation Senior Manager to lead advocacy efforts in support of the association’s annual policy agenda. The role requires collaboration with the Director of Public Policy & Advocacy, policy teams, and the lobbyist to advance policy goals with state lawmakers and agencies.

The position emphasizes coalition-building, research-guided strategy, and representation at committees, events, and conferences to strengthen hunger policy and the social safety net in