Municipal Policy & Legislative Advocate

Omlohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick leave

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Group life insurance

Individual insurance

401(k) plan

Paid parking

Job summary

The Ohio Municipal League (OML) is seeking a Legislative Advocate based in downtown Columbus to advance municipal interests before the Ohio General Assembly, Governor’s Office, and state agencies. The role blends legislative advocacy, policy analysis, member services, and relationship-building, with regular travel within Ohio and occasional evenings or extended hours for hearings and events.

The position requires collaboration across associations and the ability to translate complex policy into

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public administration, or related field.
• At least five years of related government or policy experience.
• Strong writing, speaking, research, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Advance municipal interests before the General Assembly and Governor’s Office.
• Analyze policy developments and communicate impacts to members.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate association meetings and conferences.
• Collaborate with association leadership and staff on initiatives.
• Travel within Ohio and attend hearings and events as needed.

Skills

Excellent writing

Excellent speaking

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Policy analysis

Education

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

Job description

The Ohio Municipal League (OML) is seeking a Legislative Advocate based in downtown Columbus to advance municipal interests before the Ohio General Assembly, Governor’s Office, and state agencies. The role blends legislative advocacy, policy analysis, member services, and relationship-building, with regular travel within Ohio and occasional evenings or extended hours for hearings and events.

The position requires collaboration across associations and the ability to translate complex policy into