What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist, Advocacy and Public Policy position at American Lung Association?

The American Lung Association has an excellent opportunity for a Specialist, Advocacy and Public Policy. Working as a member of the Advocacy and Public Policy department, you will join an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to our mission : to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through research, education, and advocacy.

The person in this role is responsible for implementing grant deliverables related to reducing the harm from commercial tobacco in Northeastern Minnesota as part of the Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (50%). Responsible for duties related to the youth and young adult engagement vaping initiative funded by the WI Department of Health (50%). This is a grant funded position.

Location : The Lung Association does not currently have an office in Duluth, Minnesota. This position is home-based and job responsibilities will take place in the Duluth Twin Ports area.

Responsibilities :

Build, maintain and cultivate relationships with funders, facilitators, and community partners to encourage program delivery, sustainability, and growth across Northeastern Minnesota
Coordinate all aspects of grant projects activities, including trainings, presentations, community organizing, and coalition building for policy, systems and environmental change and serve as lead for these activities
Develop and effectively utilize timelines and work plans to ensure completion of program deliverables.
Explore opportunities to connect and enhance collaborations throughout the Lung Association
Contribute to quarterly progress reports and monthly reporting of grant activities.
Develop written and online technological tools for programmatic use including PowerPoint presentations, surveys and evaluation instruments.
Represent ALA on related local coalitions and committees.
Provide support for annual report, awards, grants and other activities as assigned.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree in public health or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Minimum 1 year of experience developing and implementing community awareness, education, and programs specifically related to areas of public health.

Prior experience in public health, community relations, public policy, and / or advocacy.

Must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills both written and oral.

Positive attitude with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Required to travel for meetings and conferences as required by the grant.

Ability to lift approximately 25 lbs. when assisting with local events.

Ability to work with minimal direct supervision, make decisions, and take initiative.

Proven ability to cultivate and steward relationships across a diverse population.

Must have a valid Driver's license and your own reliable transportation with the ability to travel within assigned area 20% of the time for meetings and conferences, as well as the flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends with some overnights required

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association maintains a smoke-free workplace; all employees must abstain from tobacco use in any form, including vaping.

Compensation : Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. The target hiring range for this position is between $45,500 and $50,000 per annum.

Benefits : The Lung Association offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

Paid Leave - 10 vacation days in the first year (15 days thereafter), 2 personal days and 15 sick days per year, as well as 12 company-paid holidays per year. We also offer Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees.

Insurance - Employees (and their eligible dependents) can enroll in our medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as voluntary plans for critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, short-term disability and supplemental life / AD&D insurance. Employees will be enrolled in company-paid life / AD&D and long-term disability Insurance coverage.

Retirement Plan - Eligible employees can participate in our 401(k) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, which offers matching employer contributions (up to 4%) and year-end discretionary non-elective contributions.

Questions? For more details about this role please reach out to alahr@lung.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The American Lung Association is committed to employ, in its best judgment, the most suitable candidates for approved positions while engaging in recruitment and selection practices that are in compliance with all applicable employment laws. We are an equal opportunity employer : women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Policy Statement

It is the policy of the American Lung Association to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or physical and / or mental disabilities, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. The American Lung Association will take affirmative action to employ, advance in employment and otherwise treat all individuals in the foregoing categories without discrimination in all employment practices. This policy applies in all Human Resources actions including recruitment, selection, evaluation, promotion, compensation and training.

Salary : $45,500 - $50,000

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