Policy and Advocacy Coordinator

Responsibilities

1. Monitor State and Federal Legislation
   • Track legislation impacting CSDA.
   • Develop legislation summaries.
   • Review and analyze proposed legislation.
   • Recommend advocacy strategy.
   • Prepare policy briefs.
2. Maintain Database of Representatives
   • Keep a current working database of key representatives.
3. Prepare Written Materials
   • Create research reports, fact sheets, letters, and other materials as needed.
4. Assist in Advocacy Campaigns
   • Help develop, implement, and evaluate grassroots advocacy campaigns.
5. Liaise with LCSA Directors
   • Interface with LCSA Directors and county staff.
   • Act as staff for CSDA committees.
   • Take meeting minutes.
6. Interface with Legislative Staff
   • Engage with county, state, and municipal legislative staff.
   • Address legislation, budget priorities, and policy issues affecting CSDA.
7. Support Executive Director
   • Assist in preparation for meetings with government officials.
   • Develop testimony, briefing materials, and presentations.
   • Take meeting minutes.
8. Coordinate Events
   • Organize policy symposium and legislative day.
   • Prepare materials and schedule meetings with officials.
9. Attend Meetings
   • Represent CSDA at coalition and association meetings.
   • Cultivate and maintain relationships.
10. Manage Social Media and Website
    • Update social media and website.
    • Collaborate with website lead for advocacy activities.
11. Perform Assigned Duties
    • Fulfill other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in legislative, advocacy, or public policy work.
• Experience in developing materials for legislators or senior policymakers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong public relations skills.
• Working understanding of federal and state legislative processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Ability to gather, compile, and synthesize data.
• Capability to develop persuasive communication deliverables.
• Basic understanding of media and public relations processes.
• Good organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively.
• Strong conflict management skills.
• Professional judgment and confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk.
• Working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

Why Join Us?

The Child Support Directors Association (CSDA) is a nonprofit organization representing local child support directors in California. Established in 2000, we serve to provide financial, medical, and emotional support to children and families, promoting productivity and health in society.

We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and a team-oriented environment focused on advocating, educating, and collaborating to advance the child support program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Email [email protected] for more information on how to apply.