President & Chief Advocate - Public Policy Leader

Stone Group; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Excellent benefits

401K

Job summary

The Spokane Business Association (SBA) in Spokane, WA, seeks a President to lead day-to-day operations, advocate for business interests, and shape public policy. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will drive advocacy campaigns, manage fundraising, and build relationships with elected officials and partners.

This is a hands-on senior leadership role requiring strong communication, strategic vision, and a track record in nonprofit governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior management role.
• Experience in public policy, government affairs, or advocacy organizations.
• Executive level advocacy, fundraising and sponsorship experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with Boards of Directors and elected officials.

Responsibilities

• Represent and advocate for the business community before city and county officials and boards.
• Serve as primary spokesperson in public meetings, press, op-eds.
• Set advocacy calendar aligned with city, county, and state activities.
• Research issues, publish policy papers and position statements.
• Lead issue campaigns, build coalitions, mobilize members.
• Develop relationships with local and regional partners and governments.
• Create and implement position statements and action plans.
• Increase SBA visibility through communications and media presence.

Skills

Senior management

Public policy

Advocacy

Fundraising

Board collaboration

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree (business/public/admin/policy/communications)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Spokane Business Association (SBA) in Spokane, WA, seeks a President to lead day-to-day operations, advocate for business interests, and shape public policy. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will drive advocacy campaigns, manage fundraising, and build relationships with elected officials and partners.

This is a hands-on senior leadership role requiring strong communication, strategic vision, and a track record in nonprofit governance.