Government Affairs Associate

Job Description Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first.The Triangle Apartment Association is committed to serving the rental housing industry by providing education for professional development, protecting the interests of rental housing providers through legislative advocacy, fostering business partnerships, and participating in the betterment of the Triangle and surrounding communities.Position: Government Affairs AssociateExemption Status: Non Exempt | Full TimeReports to: Government Affairs DirectorSalary Range: $60,000-$70,000Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm | 37.5 hours per weekTeam works Remote Fridays!POSITION SUMMARYWorks as part of the Government Affairs team to achieve the Association's goals and strategic plan initiatives. Works with Government Affairs Director and members of the Government Affairs Committee and Political Action Committee to ensure maximum impact on local, state, and federal government. Exercises individual initiative to find creative solutions to problems as they arise and engages members to become involved in their local government and in the Association's advocacy efforts.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTracks local news and government initiatives that affect the Association's members and works to keep the Government Affairs Director updated on upcoming issues of interest to the AssociationHelp to coordinate monthly committee agendas, speaker recruitment, meeting arrangements and information dissemination, along with helping to manage monthly meetingsDevelops informative content for the Association's website, weekly eNewsletter, and on-demand stand-alone emails to membershipFor department events, will plan and execute, draft communications, and work with committee volunteers to boost member participationWorks with Government Affairs Director to plan and execute annual candidate interviews for local elected offices and assists with formalizing committee recommendations for candidate funding for the PAC Board of Trustees to approveWill be responsible for following current events (including but not limited to reading news articles, research, reaching out to and visiting with public officials) in the Triangle as they pertain to the real estate industry, and will work with Government Affairs Directors regarding any public policy issuesFacilitates planning and implementation of events, communications and other fundraising efforts as determined by the PAC Board of Trustees and in consultation with the Government Affairs DirectorHelp maintain reports and documentation for the association's political action committeeKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESStrong computer skills including MS officeSkillful with website administrationAbility to multi-task on a daily basisStrong attention to detailExcellent customer service and interpersonal skillsExcellent listener and communicatorHighly organized, flexible, and efficientAble to handle stress and remain calmEXPERIENCE REQUIREDBackground in government affairs, political campaigns, communications, or a related fieldExperience in non-profit organizations a plusExcellent command of English (written and verbal)Willingness to work evening/weekends and nonstandard hours as neededAMS Software experience a plusPHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENTSedentary/stationary position. Must be able to remain in stationary position for prolonged periods (up to 85% of time) with occasional movement around office environmentRequires frequent use of computer for extended viewing of computer screen (at least 85% of time) and repetitive use of a keyboard and some phone activityMay require travel by car to corporate office, meetings, training, or conferencesCommunication skills: listening, verbal, written, presentationsSalary and Benefits: Benefits include medical, dental & vision insurance, life insurance, workers'compensation insurance, short-term disability, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, and paid time off.Triangle Apartment Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. xhyhwjd This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.