What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Legislative Counsel position at Michigan Farm Bureau Family of Companies?
OBJECTIVE
Associate Legislative Counsel Objective
To protect and promote the interests of Farm Bureau members specifically, and agricultural and rural interests in general, as a spokesperson for Michigan agriculture on state issues. To be accomplished by implementation of Farm Bureau policies through the enactment and administration of state legislation and regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Associate Legislative Counsel Responsibilities
Assist with the development of policy at the county and state level. Disseminate information and training on policy development techniques and "probable issues" to individual Farm Bureau members, county Farm Bureaus, county policy development and other committees, state Policy Development Committee, State Young Farmer Committee, Michigan Farm Bureau Commodity Advisory Committees and other state committees, Regional Representatives, and voting delegates at the Michigan Farm Bureau annual meeting that will result in sound policies which are the platform for all Farm Bureau activities.
Assist in the conduct of statewide, regional, or district policy development meetings for county Farm Bureau leaders.
Research appropriate issues and prepare training materials and information on issues to assist in the development of policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Associate Legislative Counsel Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree required, with preference for an agriculture related field or public affairs management.
Working knowledge of state legislative and regulatory processes normally attained from one to three years’ experience in the public policy arena.
Experience with a personal computer. Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to make presentations to a wide range of audiences.
Preferred
Experience in agriculture related field preferred.
Note
Farm Bureau offers a full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.
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