State Policy Director — CCIA

CCIA, a leading Washington, DC-based technology trade association of internet, communications, and technology companies, seeks an experienced policy expert to oversee and expand the Association’s advocacy on policy matters in the nation’s states. The State Policy Director is a DC-based role responsible for advancing the Association’s mission and the interests of Association members in state capitals.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• tracking and prioritizing state regulatory and legislative action;
• coordinating with member companies to devise and implement strategies for appropriate engagement on key policy issues;
• building and maintaining relationships with state policymakers and political officials to inform policy processes and facilitate the development of sound technology policy;
• briefing CCIA’s DC leadership on key policy decision points; and
• identifying, retaining, and managing local consultants, retainers, and other experts as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Four years relevant work experience in economic or policy analysis at the state level. Backgrounds in technology-oriented government, policy, think tanks/non-profits, trade associations, and/or international institutions or other relevant business experiences are sought. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, including persuasive and analytical writing, and public speaking.

The ideal candidate will also possess:

• Broad substantive knowledge of technology policy, including the state and local landscape.
• Knowledge of individual state legislative processes and political dynamics.
• Ability to identify and track legislation across state legislatures.
• Self-starting personality, strong organizational and project management skills, and prior experience managing teams.
• Willingness to interact with and work with the media.
• Graduate degree in public policy, government, economics, law, or similar discipline.
• Familiarity with the products and services of CCIA member companies.
• Willingness to travel to represent CCIA for in-person testimony, at meetings with state lawmakers and other stakeholders, and at conferences.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience.

This announcement will remain posted until the position is filled. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant personally. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. CCIA is an equal opportunity employer.

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