Director, Legislative Policy

# Job Summary

The Director, Legislative Policy position will work with senior CSBS staff and CSBS members to support many aspects of the organization’s legislative policy development and legislative outreach. The Director, Legislative Policy is an important member of the CSBS Legislative Team, interacting with Congress to advocate for the legislative interests and priorities of CSBS and its members across the full range of legislative issues of interest to state regulators. This includes maintaining contact with Members of Congress and their staff on a full range of financial services issues, tracking and analyzing legislative proposals, and developing legislative initiatives to promote CSBS’s mission.

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# Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Work with other CSBS staff to support the legislative policy process by:

– **Legislative tracking** — Tracking and analyzing legislation to identify proposals of interest to state banking and financial regulators.
– **Policy development** — Promoting CSBS policy objectives by contributing to the development of legislative proposals and strategies.
– **Written materials** — Preparing written materials related to CSBS legislative policy activities including legislative analyses, talking points, letters, and Congressional testimony.
– **Legislative analysis** — Presenting analysis of complex legislative proposals and activity clearly and concisely for a variety of audiences.

Additional responsibilities include:

– **Federal relationships** — Develop and maintain relationships with Federal legislative staff to advocate CSBS policy priorities and to track and analyze legislative developments of interest to state bank regulators.
– **Policy support** — Work with other CSBS staff to support the policy analysis and policy development process on behalf of state bank regulators, considering the diversity of views and overall interests of state bank regulators.
– **Stakeholder inquiries** — Respond to inquiries from CSBS members, banking departments, industry stakeholders, federal agencies, trade associations, and other interested parties.
– **Resource management** — Manage a variety of legislative resources and references for state banking departments, including content on relevant parts of csbs.org.
– **Additional duties** — Assist with other policy development duties as assigned.

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# Additional Responsibilities

– **Cross-functional support** — Support cross-functional policy efforts as needed.

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# Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the required education, training, and/or work experience.

## Education and Experience

– **Experience requirement** — 6+ years of relevant experience working in Congress, a financial regulatory agency (federal or state), trade association, or financial institution, or a commensurate combination of education and experience.
– **Bachelor’s degree** — Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area.
– **Graduate degree** — Graduate degree in public policy or law preferred but not required.

## Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

– **Financial services knowledge** — Knowledge of financial services laws, regulation, and oversight.
– **Legislative process** — Knowledge of the federal legislative process.
– **Analytical skills** — Ability to analyze complex legislative and regulatory proposals.
– **Communication skills** — Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate analyses and policy positions regarding complex policy issues.
– **Collaboration** — Ability to work efficiently and comfortably across an organization with individuals with diverse experience and expertise.
– **Planning and organizing** — Ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex projects with a high degree of attention to detail.
– **Fast-paced environment** — Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet critical deadlines while being results oriented.
– **Customer service** — Works and communicates with clients and customers to satisfy their expectations.
– **Microsoft Office** — Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
– **Independent work** — Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
– **Problem solving** — Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to think ahead, address complex issues early, and identify and reconcile issues proactively.
– **Project management** — Ability to manage and prioritize complex projects in an organized manner.

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# Requirements

Due to the nature of CSBS’s business in support of state financial services supervision, all CSBS employees have the potential of interacting with confidential information related to the supervision of financial services companies (“Confidential Supervisory Information”). As a result:

– **Conflict disclosure** — Employees must disclose conflicts of interest in financial services companies at least annually and proactively avoid such conflicts.
– **Information protection** — Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of CSBS information and information systems in accordance with CSBS policies and procedures.

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# Values Instilled Behaviors for Excellence (VIBE)

At CSBS, work-life balance is a core value. The organization fosters strong, supportive relationships that encourage both professional and personal growth. Team members honor each other’s expertise and communicate honestly, creating a culture of trust, respect, and efficiency.

Collaboration is central to CSBS’s mission. Employees support one another, celebrate contributions, and work together to embrace bold risks and innovative solutions. Communication and teamwork strengthen the organization and drive collective success.

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# Leadership Competency Model

CSBS promotes leadership at every level, empowering all employees to take initiative, inspire others, and drive progress. The five core competencies are:

– **Leading Change and Transformation** — Embracing innovation and adaptability to drive continuous improvement.
– **Leading Others** — Guiding, mentoring, and influencing colleagues to advance the mission.
– **Results Focused** — Meeting goals with efficiency and impact.
– **Business Intelligence** — Making informed, strategic decisions based on data and industry insights.
– **Collaborative Partnering** — Fostering teamwork and strong relationships to achieve shared success.

This competency model supports individual growth and strengthens CSBS as it evolves into a more agile and innovative organization.

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# Working Conditions

– **Office environment** — General office setting.
– **Travel** — Travel approximately 10% of the time.

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This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the only standards for the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as required. CSBS may revise this job description at any time. Employment is at will.

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# Compensation at CSBS

Salary offers are determined within the established range based on experience, education, and market demand. Internal benchmarking is used to ensure equity and consistency.

CSBS offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a flexible hybrid work environment, and an inclusive culture.

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# Sponsorship

CSBS is not able to provide employment sponsorship for this position.

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# Job Details

**Pay Type:** Salary
**Hiring Min Rate:** 136,471 USD
**Hiring Max Rate:** 184,636 USD

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