Director, State Government Affairs (Central) – Remote

American Diabetes Association; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings

Remote work option

Paid time off

Diabetes supply coverage

Employee recognition

Job summary

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) seeks a Director of State Government Affairs for the Central United States. This role designs and implements advocacy strategies to advance ADA priorities, lobbying state legislatures, and coordinating with volunteer staff groups and coalitions.

Remote work is allowed, with residency in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, West Virginia, or Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years in public policy
• Demonstrated involvement in public policy making as lobbyist or staff
• Must live in one of the listed states in the region
• Frequent travel required

Responsibilities

• Engage with state legislatures, governors and agency personnel
• Lead state efforts to introduce or support legislation aligned with ADA priorities
• Prepare materials for advocacy campaigns including bill language and fact sheets
• Recruit and train volunteer advocates for testimony before committees
• Coordinate with federal team to support nationwide campaigns
• Oversee advocacy-related communications efforts

Skills

Public policy experience

Lobbying experience

Advocacy strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) seeks a Director of State Government Affairs for the Central United States. This role designs and implements advocacy strategies to advance ADA priorities, lobbying state legislatures, and coordinating with volunteer staff groups and coalitions.

Remote work is allowed, with residency in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, West Virginia, or Wisconsin.