Academic Affairs Coordinator

Government Affairs Coordinator (Part-Time) Job Title: Government Affairs Coordinator (Part-Time) Location: Tumwater, WA Base Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 / Hour Employee Type: Regular Part Time Position Description The Government Affairs Coordinator is responsible for supporting the primary functions of the Government Affairs Department. This position will also assist with engaging, enabling, and mobilizing members to become active participants in the legislative process and strengthen the industry’s collective voice. The Government Affairs Coordinator reports to the Director of Government Affairs. This is a part-time position, with an average work schedule of 25-28 hours per week. Essential duties and responsibilities that include but are not limited to: Primary Help manage the Director’s calendar, and other teammates as necessary Assist in identifying and recruiting high engagement members, hosting member regional meetings and meetings with lawmakers, and engaging members in political fundraising campaigns. Provide opportunities for members to participate in GAC meetings, as well as manage Committee invites, meeting preparation, and member lists. Manage legislator information lists and maintain the ability to contact lawmakers quickly. Assist in analyzing member engagement data and ensure that all engagement documentation is current and complete in CRM. Assist with building and populating lawmaker voting records and engage members in campaigns and fundraising efforts for endorsed lawmakers. Assist in collaborating with the Communications team to put out calls to action, provide education opportunities, and communicate key political outcomes to members. Department and Other Support Active participation in All-Team meetings and events. Collaboration with other departments and teams to achieve organizational goals. Commitment to Association Core Values in all interactions. Responsible management of member resources. Skills and Requirements General Strong organizational and task management skills. Clear and accessible written and oral communication. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Able to multi-task and shift priorities as needed. Proactive in analyzing and improving processes. Ability to work effectively and productively with a variety of individuals and teams. Flexible and comfortable adapting to changing processes and business needs. Conscientious with a high level of personal ethics. Displays a commitment to quality in all work. Technical Qualifications Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams. Ability to work with a variety of electronic devices including laptop, smart phone, and tablet. Position Requirements One to three years of administrative or scheduling experience. Interest in government affairs, public policy, advocacy, member engagement, or the hospitality industry. Must be able to work in person in Olympia January-May during the Legislative Session. During Session, early mornings, late evenings, and weekend work is to be expected. In-person attendance for trainings and All-Team events is required. Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Regularly required to stand, walk and sit; use hands to handle objects and feel controls; reach; climb stairs; stoop; crouch; talk; listen; and vision capabilities that enable reading and viewing a computer screen.Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. This is a summary of the essential job functions and level of work performance for this position.This is not a complete list of all job duties and management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as business needs require and shall not be construed as a promise or contract of employment or of any specific duties. Compensation The starting range for this position is $22 to $24 per hour, depending on experience. (Range for the position depending on qualifications and experience factors is $21.20 to $28.84 per hour ) No health, dental, vision, or other insurance benefits offered for this role. 401k participation will be subject to plan and IRS guidelines. Paid sick leave will be offered in accordance with WA state law. Washington Hospitality Association is committed to the success of the industry. Our core values include: Passion to Serve Accountability to Each Other and to Our Members Healthy and Constructive Conflict Desire for Greatness Attention to Results Commitment to Excellence Trust in Our Team Washington Hospitality Association is an equal opportunity employer #J-18808-Ljbffr