What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Governmental Affairs - NC position at Talent Forward?
Summary
Why should you join the Carolinas Credit Union League team? First, it’s important to understand who we serve: credit unions, which stand apart as cooperative providers of financial services, owned and governed by their members (the consumers they serve), and guided by cooperative principles and the philosophy of “People Helping People.” For nearly a century, credit unions have sought to make financial well-being possible for all. We share that sentiment, and our mission is to be a catalyst for credit union success in North and South Carolina. We do so through five focus areas of service: Advocacy, Risk Management, Professional Development, Credit Union Resources, and Community.
As one of the nation’s top credit union associations, the League is held in high regard by our membership. For each of them and ourselves, we strive for excellence and aim to exceed expectations as part of our core values. As a smaller, not-for-profit association within the cooperative industry, we know that we are stronger together when we listen and lead and work as a team, valuing the diverse cultures, voices and backgrounds among our staff and credit union professionals we serve. We also have a distinct family of partners and affiliates (including our foundation) that further allows us to think big and deliver a variety of development and business solutions to our member credit unions.
If you share our core values and believe in helping others succeed, consider joining our team!
About The Position
The Director of Governmental Affairs (NC) position is the chief advocate for North Carolina credit unions and is responsible for leading and directing all advocacy efforts in North Carolina; building and maintaining relationships with NC lawmakers and candidates; developing legislative and political strategies; and promoting and advancing the credit union legislative agenda.
Logistics
This is a full-time, exempt position working Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm with a hybrid work schedule of at least two in-office days at our Raleigh, NC office. Please note: Onboarding and training period may require additional days in office, and routine schedule is subject to change due to business needs and requirements. Limited travel is required throughout the year to perform duties and/or attend industry events for career networking/development.
What You'll Do
We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible for benefits on the first of the month following date of hire.
After submitting your application, cover letter, resume, our recruiting team will review your application to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone screen with our HR director to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with the most qualified candidates, giving priority to candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
Why should you join the Carolinas Credit Union League team? First, it’s important to understand who we serve: credit unions, which stand apart as cooperative providers of financial services, owned and governed by their members (the consumers they serve), and guided by cooperative principles and the philosophy of “People Helping People.” For nearly a century, credit unions have sought to make financial well-being possible for all. We share that sentiment, and our mission is to be a catalyst for credit union success in North and South Carolina. We do so through five focus areas of service: Advocacy, Risk Management, Professional Development, Credit Union Resources, and Community.
As one of the nation’s top credit union associations, the League is held in high regard by our membership. For each of them and ourselves, we strive for excellence and aim to exceed expectations as part of our core values. As a smaller, not-for-profit association within the cooperative industry, we know that we are stronger together when we listen and lead and work as a team, valuing the diverse cultures, voices and backgrounds among our staff and credit union professionals we serve. We also have a distinct family of partners and affiliates (including our foundation) that further allows us to think big and deliver a variety of development and business solutions to our member credit unions.
If you share our core values and believe in helping others succeed, consider joining our team!
About The Position
The Director of Governmental Affairs (NC) position is the chief advocate for North Carolina credit unions and is responsible for leading and directing all advocacy efforts in North Carolina; building and maintaining relationships with NC lawmakers and candidates; developing legislative and political strategies; and promoting and advancing the credit union legislative agenda.
Logistics
This is a full-time, exempt position working Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm with a hybrid work schedule of at least two in-office days at our Raleigh, NC office. Please note: Onboarding and training period may require additional days in office, and routine schedule is subject to change due to business needs and requirements. Limited travel is required throughout the year to perform duties and/or attend industry events for career networking/development.
What You'll Do
- Serving as primary point of contact for League management, association members, and North Carolina elected officials on legislative issues
- Monitoring daily activity of the North Carolina General Assembly, analyzing newly introduced bill, lobbying elected officials, and managing relationships with retained lobbyists
- Working with NC Governmental Affairs Committee, NC credit unions, League staff, and others to identify issues and develop state legislative agenda
- Developing and executing strategy to achieve legislative priorities
- Attend and represent the League and credit union interests at political fundraisers and other political events in NC
- Work with Advocacy Specialist to promote and support PAC fundraising & grassroots initiatives of the League in NC
- Identify and develop plan to participate in the election process in NC to build relationship with legislators and enhance political strength of League
- Maintain materials, publications and documents related to state issues confronting credit unions, including written periodic (weekly/monthly) updates to NC credit unions on legislative matters of interest
- Assess policy threats, opportunities, and trends at the local and state levels, and build and implement plans to address these issues
- Work with VP of Communications and Public Relations to develop and execute advocacy related communications strategy
- Work with the League’s communication team to identify, promote and leverage credit union programs and initiatives in the media to further legislative priorities
- Ensure the League meets the requirements of all NC state lobbying related laws, rules, and regulations, including filing of any/all required lobbying disclosure reports at the state level.
- Bachelor's Degree
- 5 years lobbying/government relations experience
- NC based political experience preferred
- Familiarity with financial institutions preferred
- Strategic thinking
- Financial planning
- Problem solving & resolution
- Relationship management
We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible for benefits on the first of the month following date of hire.
- Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
- Choice of health savings or flexible spending account plan
- Qualified retirement plan with company match (employees are eligible after six months of service)
- Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Wellness program, medical payroll deduction, and gym incentive
- AAA Plus membership
- Service recognition
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounts for Carowinds and select Six Flags theme parks and educational webinars
After submitting your application, cover letter, resume, our recruiting team will review your application to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone screen with our HR director to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with the most qualified candidates, giving priority to candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
