Public Policy Advisor-Indigenous Relations

About the job
Public Policy Advisor-Indigenous Relations

Position Description

The Capitol Hill Policy Group, a premier federal government relations firm located in Washington, D.C., is currently recruiting for a Public Policy Advisor – Indigenous Relations. The Public Policy Advisor will have experience working on Capitol Hill and interact primarily with the firm’s Managing Principals. Communication with other Firm personnel, clients, and people outside of the Firm will be required to accomplish the duties of the position.

Responsibilities
· Assist with federal government relations representation on issues relating to American Indian and Alaska Native Affairs, Aviation, Commerce and Economic Development, Environment and Natural Resources, Tax Policy, Telecommunications, Transportation, and other matters relating to the Congress, White House, and Executive Branch;

· Conduct legislative and/or fact research and compile analysis and summaries of information for internal and/or client benefit;

· Assist with the monitoring and reporting of legislative, regulatory, industry and/or client-based areas of interest;

· Other related duties as may be assigned in support of the Firm’s clients.

Experience & Qualifications
· Bachelor’s Degree required;
· Prior experience with American Indian and Alaska Native issues is required, including direct experience working with Indigenous nations, tribes, and Native-owned businesses;

· Prior experience working for the Congress or Executive Branch is preferred;

· Professional demeanor and strong verbal, written, time management, organizational and interpersonal skills are essential;
· Strong sense of good judgment and independence;
· Well-developed analytical, research and problem-solving skills;

· Capacity to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines with precision and attention to detail;
· Proficient in MS Office Suite and related applications;

· Willing to engage in national travel as may be needed.

The Firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Interested applications should send by email a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and a resume to:

Robert Odawi Porter, Managing Principal
Capitol Hill Policy Group LLC
820 First Street, N.E.
Suite 710
Washington, D.C. 20002
[email protected]

The position will remain open until filled.

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About the Capitol Hill Policy Group LLC
The Capitol Hill Policy Group is a bipartisan federal government relations firm that provides advice and advocacy on a wide range of issues before Congress, the White House and Executive branch agencies. Our principals have broad public affairs expertise with emphasis on Aviation, American Indian and Alaska Native Affairs, Commerce and Economic Development, Environment and Natural Resources, Transportation and Infrastructure, Tax Policy, and Telecommunications. We work collaboratively with our clients to develop winning strategies and aggressively engage with federal officials to pursue desired outcomes.

For more information, see www.capitolhillpolicygroup.com.

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The Capitol Hill Policy Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer.