Advocacy Coordinator

Advocacy Coordinator

The Adult Family Home Council’s (AFHC) mission is to improve the lives and well-being of vulnerable adults through the support of adult family homes (AFH). The Council is seeking a motivated and positive individual to join our team. AFHs are the fastest growing sector of long-term care. AFHs provide an individualized and intimate setting for care. These homes and the families that run them are a key reason Washington is recognized as a national leader in long-term care. There are more than 3800 AFHs across Washington serving nearly 20,000 residents. This in a unique opportunity to help define how these critical and in demand services are delivered, regulated, and funded.

Position Description:
This position will report directly to the Executive Director. Position may include:

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with Executive Director and Board of Directors, coordinate the creation and execution of a policy platform and complementary legislative agendas and campaigns.
• Identify, analyze, and track key state Long-Term Care and Health Care policy issues and bills introduced during legislative sessions
• Recommend official organizational positions on proposed legislation, budgets, and regulatory proposals impacting AFH operations.
• Collaborate on draft bills; regulatory language; issues briefs; testimony; talking points; press statements; opinion editorials, action alerts, policy reports, and other advocacy materials, as needed.
• Organize and facilitate regular meetings with feedback from Council members.
• Establish relationships with public officials, policy makers, allied organizations, and coalition partners; attend appropriate partner and community meetings and events.
• Serve as a public policy spokesperson for internal and external audiences; represent AFHC at partner and community events, panels, coalitions, key workgroups, and trainings.
• Conduct presentations on the Council’s advocacy efforts, as requested.
• Organize and implement annual “Lobby Day” for Council members.
• Participate in collective bargaining process
• Oversee and update organizational Public Disclosure Commission paperwork requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of Washington state legislative processes and procedures; lobbying practices, regulations, and ethics.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal elected officials and their staffs.
• Must have exceptional attention to detail.

P: 1.360.754.3329 F: 1.360.943.6653 T: 1.888.439.8999 3309 Capitol Blvd. SW, Tumwater, WA 98501 www.AdultFamilyHomeCouncil.org

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to create clear, concise, and convincing messages tailored to a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to analyze policy, translate complex information into understandable terms and communicate those positions to a politically diverse audience;
• Public speaking; including making presentations and providing trainings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in public policy/administration, political science, government, or related field. Postgraduate degree beneficial. Experience may substitute for education.
• Preferred history of work in public policy/advocacy role and direct experience working with elected officials.
• Knowledge of Washington state long-term care and health care systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, use of bill tracking platforms, and social media methods of communication.
• Familiarity of grassroots advocacy methods.
• Experience researching and preparing policy statements, testimony, etc.

Will also require:

• Background check
• Valid Driver’s License
• Proof of Vaccination against COVID-19

Compensation for this full-time position will range from $5834 to $9843 monthly depending on experience and qualifications. Competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, paid vacation and
401K with employer match after one year.

Schedule: This position is full-time, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm in Tumwater, Washington.

Position will remain open until filled.

Interested parties should submit

• Cover letter addressing your qualifications and interest in the position
• Resume
• Three professional references with contact information to:

John Ficker
Executive Director
Adult Family Home Council
3309 Capitol Blvd SW
Tumwater, WA 98501

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $5,834.00 - $9,843.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $5,834 - $9,843