Federal Legislative Strategy Director

NeighborWorks America; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Volunteer time

Industry-leading benefits

Job summary

NeighborWorks America is seeking a Director of Legislative Affairs to lead congressional engagement and external stakeholder strategies. You will serve as primary liaison to congressional offices, coordinate cross‑divisional engagement, and advise senior leadership on policy developments shaping the network.

Strong relationship management and communication skills are essential in this high‑visibility role. Reporting to the Vice President of Legislative Affairs, the role oversees outreach

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, or related field preferred.
• Minimum eight years in legislative affairs, public policy, or government relations.
• Direct Capitol Hill experience or high-level federal engagement preferred.
• Experience designing high-profile external engagement programs is a plus.
• Strong strategic thinking and political acumen, with executive-level communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute legislative engagement strategies for congressional offices and committees.
• Advise senior leadership on legislative developments and political dynamics affecting the org.
• Coordinate cross-divisional engagement strategies and stakeholder education programs.
• Manage relationships with affiliate CEOs to broaden bipartisan engagement and impact.

Skills

Strategic relationship management

Bipartisan engagement

Policy analysis

Public policy communications

Congressional liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Virtual engagement platforms

Job description

NeighborWorks America is seeking a Director of Legislative Affairs to lead congressional engagement and external stakeholder strategies. You will serve as primary liaison to congressional offices, coordinate cross‑divisional engagement, and advise senior leadership on policy developments shaping the network.

Strong relationship management and communication skills are essential in this high‑visibility role. Reporting to the Vice President of Legislative Affairs, the role oversees outreach