Legislative Policy Manager

Yaamava Resort & Casino at San Manuel; Highland (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yaamava Resort & Casino at San Manuel is seeking a Legislative Policy Manager reporting to the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs to advance the Tribe's policy priorities at local, state, and federal levels.

The role involves research, analysis, and preparation of advocacy materials, collaboration with internal departments, and representation at coalitions and hearings to support the Tribe's initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in political science, Public Relations, Communications, or related field required.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in l

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with internal departments to ensure alignment on legislative and regulatory matters and develops legislative and policy agenda.
• Researches pending or proposed legislation, monitors political environment, and prepares analyses for favorable outcomes.
• Gathers data to draft language and revisions to legislation and regulations; assesses trends for tribal impact.
• Liaises with governmental affairs stakeholders; represents the Tribe at meetings, hearings, and conferences; prepares briefs and reports.
• Manages and ensures compliance with political contribution accounts; oversees PAC and campaign finance requirements.
• Prepares reports and materials for Tribal Council, General Assembly, and other stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science, Public Relations, Communications, or related field

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, the Legislative Policy Manager serves in a high-profile position as a representative of the San Manuel (the Tribe) and the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA). Assists in the development and implementation of the Tribe's legislative and policy priorities on local, state, and federal matters, including policy related to Indian affairs. Assists the Tribe in implementing communication and education activities with local, state, and federal governments on issues that impact the Tribe and Indian Country. Is responsible for researching issues that could affect the Tribe, its economic enterprises, and related topics. Within this role, the Manager possesses the ability to monitor, analyze and disseminate key information to provide quantitative and qualitative insights by defining issues clearly, drawing valid conclusions, and making recommendations to facilitate key Tribal initiatives. Must also maintain a strict level of confidentiality and act in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations imposed on the individual and on the Tribe and its enterprises. Advocates the Tribe's goals and priorities in a way that faithfully reflects and upholds the Tribal Community's vision, mission, and values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collaborates with internal departments, including legal, compliance, human resources, Executive Leadership Cabinet and Office of the Tribal Council, to ensure alignment on legislative and regulatory matters. Conducts internal planning sessions to develop legislative and policy agenda for the Tribe by reviewing, monitoring, and tracking pending or proposed legislation or regulatory changes through careful evaluation of their impact to the Tribe, region, or Indian county. Prepares detailed written analysis of pending actions and monitors the political environment at all levels to make appropriate strategic recommendations for favorable outcomes. Gathers quantitative and qualitative data to draft language and/or revisions to new and pending legislation and regulations as needed, while assessing trends and their direct impact to San Manuel or areas of interest to the Tribe. Evaluates the effects of legislative or regulatory changes on existing San Manuel policies by preparing detailed, written analysis of legislation, as well as advocacy papers, educational documents, and fact sheets on relevant legislative issues.
2. Liaises with governmental affairs stakeholders and represents the Tribe's positions at coalition/industry group meetings, hearings, and conferences under the direction of the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs by proactively researching and observing changes in policies that could be impactful to the Tribe. Develops briefs, reports, and provides timely and accurate communication on issues addressed in meetings and conferences attended. Identifies and provides analytical summaries of potential government grant opportunities that align with organizational goals, coordinating with internal departments and organizing meetings with external government agencies for application assistance. Ensures rules and audit compliance requirements are met.
3. Manages and reconciles important federal, state, and local political contribution accounts, ensuring accurate record-keeping, reporting, and maintaining political account balances. Provides guidance and ensures adherence to campaign finance regulations, including contribution limits, reporting deadlines, gift limits and disclosure requirements. Provides comprehensive oversight of political action committee including annual board meetings and ensuring adherence to regulations. Develops strategic messaging, establishes timelines, ensures compliance, and manages consulting firms for Independent Expenditure campaigns. Collaborates with internal team members to develop a comprehensive strategy aimed at ballot initiatives including conducting research, analyzing data, engaging stakeholders, and formulating messaging strategies to effectively communicate the initiative's goals and garner support/opposition.
4. Analyzes and prepares a variety of reports, letters, memoranda, correspondence, and other written materials; independently composes correspondence and reports related to assigned areas of responsibility; designs and produces charts, graphs, presentations, and spreadsheets; prepares and submits reports and related documents for presentations to the Tribal Council, General Assembly, and other stakeholders.
5. Maintains and tracks political and policy events for awareness of Tribal Council. Researches, prepares, and provides staffing support for Tribal Council members at policy and political events.
6. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in political science, Public Relations, Communications, or related field required.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in l