Legislative & Public Policy Specialist

Oregon State Bar; Tigard (OR); Hybrid; USD 75,742 - 94,678; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary participation in the PERS program

Excellent benefits

Job summary

A public interest organization in Tigard, Oregon, seeks an experienced legislative advocate to manage the Law Improvement Program. Responsibilities include developing programs, coordinating legislative activities, and supporting public policy development. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least five years of lobbying or legislative experience. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive compensation including excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of legislative or lobbying experience.
• Knowledge of Oregon state government emphasizing the legislative and judicial system.
• Ability to type 40 WPM with accuracy.
• Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers the Law Improvement Program.
• Conducts lobbying and advocacy during the legislative session.
• Assists with developing internal Public Affairs policies.
• Analyzes policy options and identifies political problems.
• Coordinates the dissemination of issue information within the bar.
• Supports public policy development and lobby activities.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Excellent organization skills

Strong time management skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Ability to express ideas clearly

Ability to prioritize multiple activities

Conflict management skills

Education

Bachelor’s in related fields such as public policy or communications required

Masters or J.D. preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A public interest organization in Tigard, Oregon, seeks an experienced legislative advocate to manage the Law Improvement Program. Responsibilities include developing programs, coordinating legislative activities, and supporting public policy development. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least five years of lobbying or legislative experience. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive compensation including excellent benefits.