What are the responsibilities and job description for the Federal Affairs Lobbyist position at NRA?
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not limit or restrict the tasks which may be assigned, which are subject to change at any time.
As directed by the ILA Executive Office and ILA Managing Director of Federal Affairs:
- Direct all federal legislative, political, and lobbying activities for the Association for assigned states.
- Track and conduct research and analysis on firearms and hunting-related legislation.
- Engage directly in legislative lobbying on Second Amendment issues by establishing and maintaining strong and productive personal contacts among elected officials and staff with jurisdiction over issues affecting the Association.
- Develop and execute overall strategy and message development in conjunction with the Managing Director of Federal Affairs and other ILA Divisions.
- Successfully advance Second Amendment legislative efforts in the face of well-organized opposition, negative publicity, and strong public and media resistance.
- Manage and execute political action committee activities for elections.
- Draft legislative and political communications to membership and public officials as needed.
- Submit accurate and timely expense reporting; demonstrate responsible stewardship of the Association's financial resources.
- Must responsibly, professionally, and positively represent the Association to its membership and public officials in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science or related field.
- Relevant experience working on Capitol Hill, federal agencies, or the private sector, with a strong understanding of the federal legislative process.
- Solid political insight and the ability to analyze and disseminate information rapidly.
- Demonstrated successful organizational, communication, advocacy, analytical, and coalition-building skills.
- Knowledge of and support for the Second Amendment and commitment to preserving the Constitution of the United States.
Preferred:
- Relevant experience with the federal budget and appropriations process.
- Political campaign experience.
Essential Physical Requirements:
Attend and participate in face-to-face meetings and gatherings in furtherance of legislative advocacy efforts, communicating in written and oral forms, accurately understand and interpret communication from others, reading or similar processing of information, analyzing, researching, exchange information, air and/or land-based travel, computer use.
Only those applicants meeting requirements will be contacted for additional information. TO APPLY: Submit 1) resume, 2) cover letter, and 3) at least one professional writing sample through the link or to careers@nrahq.org. In your cover letter, please provide your salary requirements, along with why you want to work for the NRA as a lobbyist.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Describe your thoughts on the Second Amendment
- Have you reviewed the salary for this position?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- government affairs: 5 years (Required)
- legislative: 3 years (Preferred)
- advocacy: 3 years (Preferred)
- lobbying: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $140,000
