Congressional Lobbyist
American Dental Association
Washington, DC
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Who We Are: It all starts with purpose.
We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture.
With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here is sure to put (or hopefully keep!) a smile on your face. The ADA’s headquarters is located just steps from Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and is easily accessible by public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Maryland areas!
We have been named as a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune in both 2019 and 2021 - come join our team!
Job Summary
The Congressional Lobbyist is a congressional affairs position within the Division of Government and Public Affairs and is located in Washington, DC. Incumbent shall be responsible for advocating legislative priorities of the Association.
Must Have:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture.
With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here is sure to put (or hopefully keep!) a smile on your face. The ADA’s headquarters is located just steps from Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and is easily accessible by public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Maryland areas!
We have been named as a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune in both 2019 and 2021 - come join our team!
Job Summary
The Congressional Lobbyist is a congressional affairs position within the Division of Government and Public Affairs and is located in Washington, DC. Incumbent shall be responsible for advocating legislative priorities of the Association.
Must Have:
- Bachelor's degree
- A minimum of five years’ experience as Lobbyist or as a Congressional or political party staff person
- Experience developing and implementing legislative, lobbying, and political strategies
- In-depth knowledge of Congress and the legislative process
- Hill experience with particular knowledge of major Congressional health committees, health associations and federal health care issues
- Excellent interpersonal, oral/written communications and analytical skills
- Established relationships with Members of Congress and their staff
- Ability to respond to legislative changes, development of alternative legislative approaches and political developments, strategies and tactical planning
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
- Evenings/weekends for work/meetings and occasional travel
- Advanced degree (e.g. Law degree, Master's degree, etc.)
- Experience with Teams and Online Congressional Directory, e.g. Politico
- Promotes Work/Life Balance
- Hybrid Work Schedule (2 days in office, 3 days remote)
- Health insurance/ dental reimbursement plan
- Ample Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Pension
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Student Loan Refinance
- 2 days off to work at a charity event of your choice
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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