Public Policy Manager

Nashville Public Radio; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

Nashville Public Radio is seeking a full-time Public Policy Manager in Bellevue, WA. This role supports the Vice President of Government Affairs and includes coordinating advocacy events, managing logistics, and engaging with stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field along with 1-3 years of experience in public policy or advocacy is preferred. The position offers various benefits, including health and life insurance, as well as a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional experience in public policy, government, or advocacy.
• Ability to synthesize complex policy information into clear summaries.
• Familiarity with Washington State legislative processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for government affairs committee meetings.
• Manage registration and logistics for events like the annual D.C. Fly-In.
• Draft advocacy-related content for newsletters and social media.

Skills

Strong research and writing skills

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

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

Job description

Reports to: Vice President of Government Affairs

This is a full-time on-site role based in Bellevue, WA, for a Public Policy Manager.

The Public Policy Manager is an essential operational and research role that enables the Vice President of Government Affairs and CEO to drive the Chamber's advocacy agenda. This position handles day-to-day research, administrative, communications, and logistical work that keeps the Chamber's policy programs running.

Committee & Program Operations

• Coordinate logistics for all government affairs committee meetings (Policy Council, PLUSH, Transportation, and others), including scheduling, venue coordination, agenda preparation, speaker outreach, and materials development under the VP's direction.
• Record meeting minutes, track action items, and ensure timely follow‑through with committee members and staff.
• Support the VP in coordinating with the Chamber's state contract lobbyist and DC-based federal contract lobbyist, including scheduling calls, compiling legislative updates, and organizing materials for briefings.
• Assist in managing stakeholder working groups, tracking participation, and preparing summary documents.

Advocacy Logistics & Events

• Serve as the primary logistical coordinator for the annual Washington, D.C. Fly-In and "Chamber Day" in Olympia — managing registration, travel and hotel coordination, meeting schedules with elected officials, briefing books, and participant communications.
• Coordinate the VP's attendance at City Council and commission meetings, including preparing testimony outlines, tracking agenda items of interest, and ensuring the VP has relevant background materials ahead of each meeting.
• Attend and testify at public meetings as a representative of the Chamber.
• Assist in organizing delegation meetings, fly‑in logistics, and post‑event follow‑up for government affairs programs.

PAC & Compliance Support

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Eastside Business Alliance PAC, including organizing endorsement materials, tracking fundraising activities, and assisting with voter contact coordination under the VP's oversight.

Communications & Member Engagement

• Draft advocacy‑related content — including newsletter segments, member alerts, blog posts, and social media copy — for review and approval by the VP and Communications Director.
• Prepare presentations, briefing documents, and reports for leadership, committees, and external partners as directed by the VP.
• Respond to member inquiries related to government affairs programs and direct complex or sensitive inquiries to the VP appropriately.
• Represent the Chamber at community events, public forums, and conferences in a supporting capacity.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Maintain organized files, contact databases, and institutional records for the government affairs division.
• Support the Chamber's frequent events through setup, take‑down, and other various support tasks including moving and lifting heavy equipment and materials.
• Support Chamber-wide events and initiatives as needed; perform other tasks as assigned by the VP of Government Affairs or President & CEO.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; preferably in political science, public administration, communications, business, or a related field.
• At least 1–3 years of professional experience in public policy, government, advocacy, legislative work, or a closely related field.
• Strong research and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex policy information into clear, accessible summaries and materials.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated interest in local and state government; familiarity with Washington State legislative processes preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn new platforms and databases; experience with legislative tracking tools a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor in interactions with elected officials, business leaders, and Chamber members.