Posted: 06-Nov-24
Location: Virginia
Type: Full Time
Salary: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
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The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) represents the leadership of firefighters and emergency responders worldwide (www.iafc.org). In operation since 1873, our vision is Igniting Global Leaders for a Safer Tomorrow!
IAFC, headquarters located in McLean, VA, is now hiring a full-time hybrid Government Relations Manager to join our growing team. At IAFC, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment that fosters innovation, creativity, and growth.
Responsibilities for this position include:
- Monitoring pertinent federal legislative and regulatory activities that impact the fire service
- Making the association’s views known to legislators, policymakers, and regulators at all levels of the federal government
- Covering public and media activities relating to key fire service legislative and regulatory issues.
- Communicate government relations activities to IAFC members and serve as staff liaison to the relevant committees/sections for EMS-related program areas.
- Developing strategies, position papers and Congressional testimony
- Ensure teamwork, communication, professionalism and ethics are top priorities
Ideal Candidate Requirements:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of government relations experience, including knowledge of Capitol Hill, and first-hand experience dealing with federal agencies and policymakers
- Possess a BA/BS degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field.
- Politically astute and have the ability to understand policy issues and the legislative process
- Prior fire service experience and knowledge of public safety, public affairs and corporate communications
- Must be detail-oriented, possess good organizational skills and have the ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines
- Excellent communication and customer service skills including strong written and oral communication skills
Why You Should Want to Work For IAFC:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off and holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits at first of month following hire date
- Training programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement plan
- Opportunity for professional growth
Ability to work in the McLean, VA office a minimum one day per week strongly desired.
Background checks are required. EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Ability to Relocate:
- McLean, VA 22102: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid in McLean, VA 22102