Nurse Union Legislative Advocate — Hybrid IL

CNA/NNOC/NNU; Springfield (IL); Hybride; USD 112 000 - 136 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health and dental benefits

Retirement contributions

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

The California Nurses Association (CNA)/National Nurses Organizing Committee (NNOC)/National Nurses United (NNU) is seeking an Illinois-based Legislative Advocate to advance our state-level program under the Government Relations Director. The role focuses on safe nurse-to-patient policies, worker protections, and broader health equity initiatives.

Successful candidates will have deep experience in legislative campaigns, strong relationship-building skills, and a demonstrated ability to mobilize

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in a union or social justice advocacy or legislative position.
• Ability to independently execute state-level campaigns.
• In-depth knowledge of governmental relations and related issues.
• Ability to build professional relationships with government leaders, staff, coalition partners and allies.
• Highly developed written and verbal advocacy skills.
• Ability to travel extensively and hold a valid driver’s license.

Responsabilités

• Lobby Illinois legislators and regulatory agencies to advance priority legislation.
• Develop and write position letters, testimony, talking points, and other advocacy materials.
• Monitor legislation and agency regulations in support of policy priorities.
• Provide verbal comments and testimony on behalf of the Union.
• Support nurse membership involvement in legislative advocacy.
• Build alliances with other organizations to advance the Union’s agenda.
• Assist in legislative campaigns in other NNOC/NNU states as needed.

Connaissances

Policy advocacy

Public speaking

Relationship building

Legislative campaigns

Written advocacy

Travel readiness

Formation

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Description du poste

The California Nurses Association (CNA)/National Nurses Organizing Committee (NNOC)/National Nurses United (NNU) is seeking an Illinois-based Legislative Advocate to advance our state-level program under the Government Relations Director. The role focuses on safe nurse-to-patient policies, worker protections, and broader health equity initiatives.

Successful candidates will have deep experience in legislative campaigns, strong relationship-building skills, and a demonstrated ability to mobilize