Sr. Director, State Affairs - Southwest Regional Advocate

American-Chemistry-Coun; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Profit-sharing plan

Job summary

The American Chemistry Council seeks a seasoned professional to lead its grassroots program and regional public affairs initiatives in Texas and beyond.

You will direct state and local advocacy, coalition development, legislative monitoring, and communications to lawmakers, regulators, and ACC members, while supervising staff and managing regional budgets.

This full-time role reports to the Vice President, State Affairs and requires travel within the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in government affairs, political science, or related field.
• 10 years’ professional experience in grassroots or political arena.
• In-depth knowledge of state-level political, legislative and regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Direct ACC’s grassroots program and regional public affairs efforts.
• Lead state and local advocacy, coalition development, and outreach.
• Monitor legislation and regulatory activity; determine ACC positions.
• Prepare speeches and briefings for ACC leadership and boards.
• Supervise staff, manage objectives, and coordinate budgets.

Skills

Strategic communications

Stakeholder engagement

Public policy

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in government affairs

10 years’ experience in grassroots/political arena

Masters or JD preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The American Chemistry Council seeks a seasoned professional to lead its grassroots program and regional public affairs initiatives in Texas and beyond.

You will direct state and local advocacy, coalition development, legislative monitoring, and communications to lawmakers, regulators, and ACC members, while supervising staff and managing regional budgets.

This full-time role reports to the Vice President, State Affairs and requires travel within the United States.