National Government Affairs Director | Policy & PAC Strategy

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS); Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 176.000 - 192.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) seeks a strategic advocate to lead federal and state lobbying, policy priorities, and legislative strategy in support of orthopaedic care. The role focuses on building senior-level relationships with Congress, coalition partners, and physician advocates to advance AAOS priorities.

Based in Washington, DC, this hybrid position requires strong leadership, superb writing, and ability to manage a high-performing team, with up to 60 travel days per

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Six years of government relations experience.
• Experience running a PAC through at least two election cycles.
• Supervisory experience.
• Skilled at networking and negotiating.
• Association management experience.
• Knowledge of the legislative process and grassroots advocacy.
• Experience managing multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to convey concepts clearly and write effectively for multiple publication styles.
• Strong interpersonal, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Aufgaben

• Lead federal and state lobbying and policy priorities for AAOS.
• Build relationships with Congress and senior leaders.
• Develop PAC and political giving strategies.
• Lead coalition and grassroots advocacy programs.
• Supervise lobbying staff and monitor priority federal activity.
• Oversee legislative communications and updates.
• Support BOC and BOS staff with policy analysis and materials.
• Coordinate events and fundraising activities.

Kenntnisse

Government relations

PAC strategy

Coalition building

Team leadership

Legislative communications

Advocacy writing

Relationship building

Policy analysis

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Quorum

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) seeks a strategic advocate to lead federal and state lobbying, policy priorities, and legislative strategy in support of orthopaedic care. The role focuses on building senior-level relationships with Congress, coalition partners, and physician advocates to advance AAOS priorities.

Based in Washington, DC, this hybrid position requires strong leadership, superb writing, and ability to manage a high-performing team, with up to 60 travel days per