Director, State Policy Campaigns

State Policy Network; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

State Policy Network is seeking a Director of Policy Initiatives to build and lead proactive, multi-state issue campaigns. You will translate knowledge of state policy into coordinated strategies that help affiliates win durable policy change.

You’ll align affiliates, coalition partners, and SPN colleagues around a shared plan and ensure campaigns have sustained internal support. You’ll drive campaign coordination, manage relationships with leaders, and turn research into compelling funding

Qualifications

• Eight years of experience in issue advocacy, policy, or government affairs.
• Strategic judgment: read political dynamics and design practical campaigns.
• Relationship skills that earn trust across organizations and coalitions.
• Entrepreneurial, self-starting mindset with initiative and accountability.
• Experience with SPN affiliates or state-based advocacy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop a working assessment of the policy landscape and map affiliate activity.
• Design a multi-state campaign strategy and secure leadership approval.
• Build trusted relationships with affiliates and coalition partners.
• Coordinate with Communications and the Center for Practical Federalism for ongoing campaigns.
• Turn research and plans into compelling funding narratives.
• Oversee contractor scopes, deliverables, and execution to adapt to priorities.

Skills

Experience in issue advocacy

Strategic judgment

Relationship building

Entrepreneurial self-starter

Coalition engagement with affiliates

Job description

State Policy Network is seeking a Director of Policy Initiatives to build and lead proactive, multi-state issue campaigns. You will translate knowledge of state policy into coordinated strategies that help affiliates win durable policy change.

You’ll align affiliates, coalition partners, and SPN colleagues around a shared plan and ensure campaigns have sustained internal support. You’ll drive campaign coordination, manage relationships with leaders, and turn research into compelling funding