Legislative and Policy Counsel

CAMPAIGN FOR TOBACCO-FREE KIDS; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading advocacy organization dedicated to combating tobacco-related diseases. As a Legislative and Policy Counsel, you will play a crucial role in shaping innovative legislative proposals and providing legal guidance on tobacco control efforts. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence public policy and protect public health. With a hybrid work schedule and comprehensive benefits, this role is perfect for someone passionate about making a difference in the fight against tobacco use among young people.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan

Paid parental leave

403b plan with 9% company contribution

10 paid company holidays

15 vacation days

10 sick days

5 personal days

Anniversary day to celebrate milestones

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of legal experience required.
• Experience in legislative drafting and policy analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and policy guidance on tobacco control legislation.
• Support litigation activities related to FDA regulation.

Skills

Legal Experience

Legislative Drafting

Policy Analysis

Job description

Job Description

The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids (CTFK) seeks a Legislative and Policy Counsel to support cutting-edge legal and policy advocacy aimed at ending tobacco-related disease, the nation’s leading cause of preventable death. The Campaign is the leading policy advocacy organization dedicated primarily to countering the lethal influence of the tobacco industry on public policy. This position is based in Washington, D.C., and reports to the Vice President for Legal and Regulatory Affairs.

Application Instructions: In addition to your resume, please submit a cover letter and a writing sample reflecting work on legal or policy advocacy.

What You’ll Accomplish:

• Provide legal and policy guidance in analyzing federal, state, and local legislation affecting tobacco control efforts. Help develop and advocate for innovative legislative and regulatory proposals addressing tobacco product use, including e-cigarettes and other products appealing to young people.
• Support the Campaign’s litigation activities related to FDA regulation and the defense of state and local tobacco control laws.

Skills You’ll Bring To The Role:

• 3-5 years of legal experience.
• Prior experience in legislative drafting and policy analysis is required.

Why Join The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids?

• A comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan for employees and dependents.
• Paid parental leave benefits in addition to federal and local leave provisions.
• 403b plan participation with a 9% company contribution.
• 10 paid company holidays, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, 5 personal days (accrued each calendar year), and an anniversary day to celebrate milestones.
• A hybrid work schedule (3 days in-office; 2 days remote).