Position Summary:
The Manager of Federal Government Affairs is responsible for the full portfolio of federal legislative, regulatory and policy issues affecting ASHRAE. This individual will be responsible for preparing summaries of these federal issues for ASHRAE members and other audiences, drafting statements and supporting information that could be used for education and advocacy purposes (e.g., letters, testimony, fact sheets, talking points, presentations), and managing federal government affairs information on the ASHRAE website. In addition, this position will be responsible for attending and organizing meetings with officials from Federal agencies and departments, Congressional staff and members, aligned organizations, and planning/executing Congressional briefings and other coalition meetings. This position is also responsible for assisting the Director of Government Affairs in establishing and building relationships with government officials and pertinent industry groups.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Research, track, and monitor the activities of the U.S. Congress, Federal agencies, as well as those of pertinent non-government organizations (e.g., AHRI, ICC, ANSI, BOMA, NEMA) and prepare regular updates for members and staff.
Prepare and issue written materials (articles, newsletters, web site updates, position statements) that convey important legislation and policy information being considered that would affect ASHRAE members.
Assist in the development of legislation, legislative report language, and related documents and correspondence to be used in the U.S. congress to aid in legislative development and outcomes aligned with the mission of ASHRAE.
Assist with development and implementation of the society's annual public policy priorities with respect to federal affairs in support of the director of government affairs, government affairs committee and other relevant society committees.
Provide support to the ASHRAE Government Affairs Committee.
As directed, participate in relevant stakeholder coalitions and build relationships with organizations aligned with the mission of ASHRAE. This may involve attending meetings and conference calls, coordinating meetings, negotiating language in letters, statements and press releases.
Facilitate developing ASHRAE responses to Federal Register notices, working with ASHRAE headquarters staff, and coordinating comments from relevant volunteer committees.
Interface with key staff members in all program areas within ASHRAE.
Assist in the organization of local meetings for ASHRAE leadership.
Serve as a resource to the Society regarding federal grant funding programs; provide information, research, analysis, written reports and recommendations as needed
Periodic travel is required to support organizational objectives, participate in professional development opportunities, and attend meetings or events as needed.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
A well-grounded understanding of public policy and political processes.
A minimum of five years of U.S. Congressional experience (as a Hill staffer or in government affairs activities). Candidates with more experience are preferred.
Familiarity with technology and policy issues involved with building technology, the built environment, sustainability, standards development, and related areas of interest to ASHRAE.
Knowledge of government, particularly federal agencies, procedures and personnel.
Excellent oral and written communication, including a proven record of accomplishment in communicating complex information in understandable terms to non-policy experts.
Strong organizational skills, ability to work effectively with others, be self-motivated, manage long- and short-term deadlines, ability to coordinate numerous projects at one time, and skilled at "managing-up."
A strong sense of accountability and exemplary ethical standards.
Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Explorer, and ability to learn new software and virtual meeting platforms quickly.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, preferably in public policy, public administration or in a technical field.
A strong sense of accountability, is self-motivated, dependable, and has exemplary ethical standards.
Great attitude and team player!
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.
ASHRAE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with applicable ADA regulations.
