About Water Quality Association
T he Water Quality Association (WQA), headquartered in Lisle, IL, is a not-for-profit association for the residential, commercial, and industrial water treatment industry. WQA represents more than 2,500 member companies worldwide, including equipment manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, and distributors of water quality improvement products and services.
Overview
As a Government Affairs Coordinator, you will assist the Government Affairs Director and Manager in developing and implementing various advocacy strategies by providing administrative support at the local, state, and federal levels. The role also involves tracking and analyzing legislation, maintaining the WQA Regulatory Database and WQA International Resources Reports, and supporting content creation on policy priorities for the water treatment industry.
Location - Hybrid / Remote
- Lisle, IL (Hybrid) : This position requires working a minimum of three (3) days a week in our Lisle office and up to two (2) from home.
- Washington D.C. (remote) - This position allows 100% remote work for those in the Washington D.C. area.
Essential Responsibilities :
Support the Government Affairs Director and Manager in responding to legislative and regulatory inquiries from staff and association members.Maintain both the WQA Regulatory Database and WQA International Resources Reports.Communicate to WQA staff and leadership developing state regulatory trends for awareness and to determine when, or if, necessary action or response is required.Update existing resources (in print or on the website) and support new content creation on policy priorities for the industry.Assist the Government Affairs Director with developing and implementing advocacy strategies to positively influence legislation at the local, state, and federal (drafting statements, letters, and testimonies, organizing grassroots efforts, coordinating with industry allies, and contacting legislators and regulators).Support the Government Affairs Director in planning and compiling documentation for regulatory agency submissions.Maintain daily legislative tracking processes that impact the drinking water treatment industry.Work closely with the Technical Affairs Department to assess industry impact on proposed legislation and to gather related research when necessary.Assist the Government Affairs Director and manager in coordinating legislative day events for WQA and state / regional associations.When appropriate, represent the Association through speaking, presentations, and participation in meetings, conventions, and conferences.Assist in facilitating meetings and conference calls for relevant WQA committees, task forces, and other events.Qualifications :
Bachelor’s Degree is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Communications, or a similar field is preferred.Excellent organizational and problem-solving skillsEffective written and oral communication skillsEfficient time and project management skillsDemonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products, especially ExcelHours Requirement and Status
This is a full-time, non-exempt role
