Title: Government Affairs Associate
Department: Government Affairs
Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Vice President, Political Affairs
Positions Reporting to this Position: None
Location: Washington, DC
Union: Yes
Job Classification Level: A
Salary Range (depending on experience): $47,000-$55,000
Description:
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
The Government Affairs Associate will work closely with the Senior Vice President, Government Affairs, the Vice President, Government Affairs and the Vice President, Political Affairs to ensure that the Government Affairs department runs effectively and efficiently. The Government Affairs Associate will be responsible for helping implement department priorities, such as organizing LCV’s Annual Lobby Day and producing the National Environmental Scorecard, as well as helping with scheduling lobby meetings, research and providing general administrative support for department leadership. The ideal candidate is highly organized, has strong attention to detail, can handle multiple projects, is adept at relationship building and committed to advancing racial justice and equity as part of all of our efforts.
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Qualifications:
To Apply: Send a cover letter and resume to hr@lcv.org with "Government Affairs Associate” in the subject line no later than June 15, 2021. No phone calls please.
LCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace.
LCV believes our earth is worth fighting for because everyone has a right to clean air, water, and a safe, healthy community. To ensure those rights are protected, we help people use their power to shape policy, hold politicians and polluters accountable, and influence elections.
For more than 50 years, LCV has grown into a potent political force for protecting our planet and everyone who inhabits it. We have built a powerful national movement with 30 state affiliates, and grassroots and community organizing programs across the country.
LCV’s work to protect and advocate for the environment is rooted in our commitment to racial, social and environmental justice. Communities of color are disproportionately impacted by climate change and pollution. For this reason, racial justice and equity are inextricably linked to protecting our environment. Within the organization, we are actively building a workplace culture that demonstrates how we value equity and inclusion through more intentional and inclusive practices. We are committed to building an organization that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.