Legislative Analyst/Community Outreach-Southeast Region

American Kennel Club; Orlando (FL); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Legislative Analyst/Community Outreach Coordinator to join their team. This remote-based role focuses on monitoring and analyzing legislation that affects the purebred dog community. The successful candidate will engage with local stakeholders, provide expert testimony, and advocate for positive legislative changes. With a strong emphasis on communication and research skills, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community while working flexibly from home after initial training in Raleigh, NC. If you have a passion for advocacy and a background in legislative policy, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legislative/public policy experience in the Southeastern US.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's or JD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze state and local legislation impacting the dog community.
• Conduct educational outreach with key stakeholders and legislative liaisons.

Skills

Legislative Policy Analysis

Effective Communication

Research Skills

Advocacy

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law or Related Field

Master's Degree or JD

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online Legislative Tracking Systems

Online Legal Research Tools

Job description

Legislative Analyst/Community Outreach - Southeast Region

This position is remote-based, located in the Southeast Region (preferably FL, GA or TN). The successful candidate should have several years of legislative policy experience in this region.

*Must be willing to train in our Raleigh office for 6-8 weeks before returning to remote work in the region.

The Legal Analyst/Community Outreach Coordinator (LACOC) is responsible for monitoring, evaluating, and responding to state and local legislation for content, context, and legislative intent. Provides logical and reasoned opinions and analysis regarding the potential impact of proposed legislation for the purebred dog community and AKC constituents.

The LACOC supports the efforts of Government Relations to develop and introduce proactive, positive legislation and frame arguments to refute negative anti-dog, anti-dog owner legislation. Manages legislative analysis and community outreach efforts in the region. Develops, educates, and assists legislative liaisons and grassroots volunteers. Serves as a canine policy resource for local dog owners and dog clubs. Conducts educational and policy outreach with key stakeholders. Provides written and in-person expertise and testimony for local and state legislative meetings.

*Resume and cover letter are required for consideration.

Primary Job Duties

• Conducts thorough legal and factual research, escalating issues as necessary.
• Provides analytical support to the VP, Government Relations and Director, Policy Analysis.
• Tracks and reports pending legislation for impact on the purebred dog community.
• Manages analysis and monitors legislation in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Conducts educational and policy outreach with key stakeholders.
• Uses online legislative tracking systems.
• Under the direction of department management, drafts proposed legislation and engages in legislative advocacy.
• Provides technical assistance to club-based legislative liaisons and state dog federations. Assists with the development and implementation of key work processes, policies, and procedures.
• Takes leadership in conducting public policy research and analysis regarding canine legislation.
• Provides in-person presentations about AKC Government Relations to key clubs and constituents.
• Provides testimony and assistance as needed to state and local legislatures.
• Organizes educational and lobby days.
• Must be willing to train for two months at AKC’s Raleigh North Carolina office.

Required Skills, Specialized Knowledge and Competency Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s degree or JD preferred.
• 3+ years of legislative/public policy experience in the Southeastern US region, preferably with direct experience in state legislature.
• Experience in effective communication/advocacy with media, grassroots, and legislators.
• Strong ability to understand and analyze factual and legal issues is critical.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to establish good internal and external working relationships.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize workload.
• Strong time-management, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with word processing, Microsoft Outlook, Office programs, online legal research, and legislative websites; open to learning new technologies.
• Represent the American Kennel Club professionally and positively to media and community organizations.
• Willing to train for two months in North Carolina prior to placement in the field.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including some evenings and weekends.

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Education

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher in Law or a related field.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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