The Alabama Association of School Boards is seeking a Director of Governmental Relations to direct the association’s state and federal advocacy programs.
Graduation from an accredited college
Experience in legislative advocacy/lobbying
Experience in preparing and delivering written and spoken presentations
Experience in or around public education is desirable
Experience in association work and/or communications desirable
A working knowledge of standard computer software and technology
Direct/implement legislative and state board policy agenda
Coordinate federal legislative and policy efforts
Monitor and effect policy making of other state entities
Plan and execute advocacy events for members
Coordinate internal processes to develop advocacy positions and practices
Write weekly legislative recaps, position papers and legislative correspondence for
Engage association members in advocacy efforts
Oversee production of Snapshots
Develop and maintain relationships with state leaders/policy makers
Supervise Coordinator of Governmental Relations
Coordinate contract lobbyist team
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to communicate effectively to racially, socially, educationally and politically diverse
Strong writing and speaking skills
Occasional in-state travel and some overnight travel required
Position is full-time and not remote
Office is located in Montgomery, Alabama
About AASB
Since 1949, the Alabama Association of School Boards has served education leaders and the interests of local decision making in public education. AASB assists locals school board members in many areas, including governance, finance, legal, legislative advocacy, policymaking, evaluations, training and search services.
Application Procedure
Since 1949, the Alabama Association of School Boards has served education leaders and the interests of local decision making in public education. AASB assists locals school board members in many areas, including governance, finance, legal, legislative advocacy, policymaking, evaluations, training and search services.
Please submit a letter of interest, salary requirements, résumé, writing sample of your choosing and three references to:
AASB Seeks Director of Governmental Relation - Frontline Recruitment (applitrack.com)
Open until filled.
AASB is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of a person’s race, color, disability, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other personal characteristic protected by law.