National Government Affairs & PAC Leader

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; Washington; Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is seeking a strategic advocate to lead federal and state lobbying efforts and oversee its Political Action Committee. You will translate complex policy priorities into integrated advocacy and political strategies, earning trust with legislators, senior leaders, coalition partners, and physician advocates.

You will manage staff, oversee materials and messaging, guide fundraising activities, and coordinate events and briefings to advance AAOS priorities at

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Six years of government relations experience.
• Experience running a PAC through at least two election cycles.
• Supervisory experience.
• Strong networking and negotiation skills.
• Association management experience.
• Knowledge of the legislative process and grassroots advocacy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
• Clear concept communication and versatile writing for policy materials.
• Strong interpersonal, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead federal and state lobbying strategy and build senior relationships.
• Develop integrated advocacy and political strategies.
• Oversee grassroots strategy and PAC operations.
• Coordinate AAOS communications and policy materials.
• Plan travel and event logistics for advocacy initiatives.
• Manage budget and analytics for PAC receipts/disbursements.
• Ensure Quorum usage across PAC and advocacy functions.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Networking

Written communication

Project management

Leadership

Policy analysis

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is seeking a strategic advocate to lead federal and state lobbying efforts and oversee its Political Action Committee. You will translate complex policy priorities into integrated advocacy and political strategies, earning trust with legislators, senior leaders, coalition partners, and physician advocates.

You will manage staff, oversee materials and messaging, guide fundraising activities, and coordinate events and briefings to advance AAOS priorities at