Legislative Assistant

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Florida Dental Association (FDA) is seeking a Legislative Assistant to support its governmental affairs office and assist FDA members with legislative, political, and advocacy efforts at the executive and legislative levels.ResponsibilitiesThe Legislative Assistant will support the governmental affairs team by assisting with legislative tracking, member advocacy, political engagement, and coordination related to Florida’slegislative and executive branch processes.QualificationsQualified candidates must have experience with and knowledge of the Florida legislative process, including the Cabinet, Legislature, legislative session, and related terminology and procedures. Candidates must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment, effective interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.Candidates should also have strong organizational and time-management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and the ability to use social media platforms professionally.Preferred ExperienceKnowledge of LobbyTools and Voter Voice is preferred but not required.Education and ExperienceA bachelor’s degree is required, along with at least one year of experience working in a governmental or legislative affairs office.Compensation and BenefitsThe FDA offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualifications.\nCompany DescriptionWho ​Are We and What Do We Do? “Who are you and what do you do?” We get asked this question a lot. We are not a dental office, but a professional association for member dentists. The Florida Dental Association (FDA) is a state constituent of the American Dental Association (ADA), which represents dentists throughout the country.Founded in 1884 by 12 dentists, the FDA is a professional membership organization with more than 8,100 members. Florida is its own district — the 17th Trustee District — in the ADA governing structure. The FDA also has its own representatives on the ADA Board of Trustees, councils and committees.Florida has six district dental associations that represent the interests and activities of dentists in those areas. Each district association is comprised of affiliate (local) societies that have separate membership policies and programs, but typically work in conjunction with their district dental associations. As such, we function as what is called a tripartite (three-part organization). By joining one level, you get the benefits of all of them — the “Power of Three,” which underscores the mission of the ADA, FDA and its district associations to “help members succeed” by delivering programs, services, continuing education and advocacy to maximize value and service on every level.Company DescriptionWho ​Are We and What Do We Do?\r\n“Who are you and what do you do?” We get asked this question a lot. We are not a dental office, but a professional association for member dentists. The Florida Dental Association (FDA) is a state constituent of the American Dental Association (ADA), which represents dentists throughout the country.\r\n\r\nFounded in 1884 by 12 dentists, the FDA is a professional membership organization with more than 8,100 members. Florida is its own district — the 17th Trustee District — in the ADA governing structure. The FDA also has its own representatives on the ADA Board of Trustees, councils and committees.\r\n\r\nFlorida has six district dental associations that represent the interests and activities of dentists in those areas. Each district association is comprised of affiliate (local) societies that have separate membership policies and programs, but typically work in conjunction with their district dental associations. As such, we function as what is called a tripartite (three-part organization). By joining one level, you get the benefits of all of them — the “Power of Three,” which underscores the mission of the ADA, FDA and its district associations to “help members succeed” by delivering programs, services, continuing education and advocacy to maximize value and service on every level.