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Government Relations (Legislative Advocacy) - Washington State Residents

Job Title: Government Relations’ Junior Associate - Washington State Residents Only

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume outlining desired experience outlined below, writing sample and any professional references.

Reports to : President/CEO

Summary : Washington Autism Alliance (WAA) is an exciting organization that does cutting edge work on behalf of individuals with ASD/DD and their families. You could be part of this amazing work! We advocate for bipartisan public policies that offer protection and support for our state’s most vulnerable citizens.

How You Will Contribute: The Government Relations Junior Associate will join a dynamic team and provide support across a range of WAA Government Relations (GR) and Policy functions. They will learn about the intersection of public policy and government relations within a statewide bipartisan pro-voter advocacy organization. This position reports to the WAA President/CEO . This is an excellent opportunity for an individual interested in state and local government affairs, communications strategy and/or organizational management in a public policy environment.

Type of help: Responsibilities : Maintain GR’s calendar of events and assist with the scheduling of meetings. Take notes during GR meetings with external stakeholders and lobbyists. Support use of bill tracking and legislative intelligence tools among WAA user teams, and work to advance the quality of record-keeping in the bill tracking system. On an ongoing basis, monitor integrity of legislative bill tracking entries for accuracy, rectifying any errors. * Produce weekly state based progress reports Manage an ongoing internal to-do list for the GR team Maintain GR document library and assist with the centralizing of workflows in accordance with WAA Operations Department’s best practices. Help with overall administering of business organizing efforts Support GR department members on overall work when needed

Languages spoken: ENGLISH

What else ...: N/A

How many travelers can volunteer?: Ask Washington Autism Alliance or Please contact the http://www.washingtonautismalliance.org/

Accommodation suggestions: N/A

Hours expected: 7-10 hours per week, ideal candidate should be able to commit to at least 9 months (before, during and after the Washington State legislative session).

Availability: SKILLS: Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com) Public Relations Lobbying Public Advocacy Copy Writing / Copy Editing Social Media / Blogging

Wish List: The hired candidate will receive the necessary on the job training and support. Previous experience within a legislative office is a plus and preferred. 2+ years of university-level studies or equivalent experience in government, public policy, or law and remote work experience is required. Please apply if you are: exceptionally detail-oriented and highly organized, passionate about social justice and democracy, hard working, and tech savvy.

How would you like to volunteer?:

Virtual (you can do it from a computer, home or anywhere)

In Person (you'll go to a physical location)

Cause Category:

Arts & Culture

Emergency & Saftey

Immigrants & Refugees

Seniors

Sports & Recreation

Faith Based

Computers & Technology

Justice & Legal

Advocacy & Human Rights

Animals & Wild Life

Children & Youth

Families

Women

Hunger

Health & Medicine

Politics

Community

International

Disaster Relief

Homeless & Housing

LGBTQ+

Veterans & Military Family

Race & Ethnicity

Environment

People with Disabilities

Crisis Support

Education & Life Skills

Length of Time :

Short-Term ( one time or less than a month)

Long Term ( 30 days or more)

Region:

USA

Canada

Caribbean

Central America

Middle East

South America

Africa

India

Europe

Asia

Australia

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