BrainPAC & Political Affairs Manager

## Salary Range
$105,669.00 to $123,280.00 Annually

## What you’ll do
The BrainPAC & Political Affairs Manager plays an important role in advancing the AAN’s federal advocacy efforts by leading and strengthening BrainPAC, the Academy’s federal political action committee. This role drives fundraising strategies that support the Academy’s legislative priorities, builds meaningful relationships with members of Congress and their staff through events and engagement opportunities, and brings the AAN’s policy priorities forward to help shape effective federal advocacy strategy.

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## Who we are
Join a diverse community of fun, energetic, and dedicated employees and members who are committed to supporting neurologists worldwide in providing exceptional care to their patients. The AAN’s vision is to be indispensable to our members, and we continue to embrace our values of Community, Leadership, Well-being, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Together, we pursue our mission to enhance member career fulfillment and promote brain health for all.

The AAN, founded in Minneapolis in 1948, supports and represents more than 40,000 neurologists and neuroscience professionals worldwide who provide crucial patient care, seek new cures and treatments for brain disease, and work to ensure patient access to the right care. Our headquarters is in a stunning, energy-efficient office located in downtown Minneapolis’s dynamic Mill District, and our public policy office is near the action on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Both locations offer easy access to light rail, major bus lines, parking options, walking/biking paths, and a myriad of dining and entertainment choices, making it a vibrant hub for everyone.

## What we look for

### Education
– Bachelor’s degree in Political Science or related field

### Experience
– Minimum of 5 years of experience in PAC administration or policy
– Demonstrated ability to uphold AAN’s values
– Demonstrated ability to fundraise
– Demonstrated advanced oral and written communication skills
– Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
– Strong working knowledge of the federal political and legislative process
– Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
– Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and recordkeeping
– Anticipates needed actions; plans and follows through with work activities; dependable and focused on getting things done to achieve goals
– Experience with a health care industry or physician PAC program is preferred
– Experience using SparkInfluence PAC software, or similar product, is preferred
– Experience using Quorum software, or a similar product, is preferred
– FEC compliance and lobbying disclosure knowledge is preferred
– Demonstrated experience planning meetings and/or events is preferred
– Relevant education and/or experience exceeding the required qualifications may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis.

### Travel Requirements
Minimal travel required – up to 5%

### Location
Washington, DC, hybrid schedule (required to work in the office with the ability to work remotely part of the week)

### Schedule
Some evenings and weekends required

### AI Utilization
The utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) is assumed and expected to be used in a responsible, ethical, and transparent manner. Human judgement, critical thinking, and creativity remain essential to AAN’s operations and decision making.

## What we offer

### Thrive at Work and Beyond
– Flexible work arrangements
– Generous PTO & holidays
– Comprehensive wellness programs
– Paid parental, family, and bereavement leave

### Benefits to Secure Your Future
– Competitive salary & incentive program
– 10.5% 401(k) contribution & financial planning resources
– Paid life, and both long‑ and short‑term disability insurance

### Benefits to Grow With Us
– Tuition reimbursement
– Professional development opportunities
– Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training programs
– Monetary years‑of‑service recognition awards

### Feel Recognized & Connected (Culture & Community)
– Employee awards & peer recognition to celebrate excellence
– Team‑building events & company celebrations to foster connections
– Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives to create a culture where everyone belongs
– Volunteer days & charitable giving programs to make an impact beyond the workplace

### Health & Happiness (Medical, Dental, Vision & More)
– Comprehensive health coverage with medical, dental, and vision plans
– Telemedicine & mental health resources for accessible care
– Onsite workout facility, gender‑neutral restroom, wellness and lactation rooms
– Transportation subsidy
– Flavored waters & on‑site fitness

### Great Location
Our headquarters is a beautiful, energy‑efficient office in Minneapolis, MN. Located in downtown Minneapolis’s dynamic Mill District, and with a public policy office near Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, both locations offer easy access to light rail, major bus lines, parking options, walking/biking paths, and a myriad of dining and entertainment choices.

### Great People in Great Careers
The AAN offers talent opportunities in Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Communications, Digital Development, Event Planning, Social Media, Research, Health Policy, Information Systems, Project Management, and more.

## Additional Resources
View our press room, conferences, world‑renowned guidelines, social media channels, patient and caregiver magazine, and most recent Annual Report.

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The American Academy of Neurology is an equal opportunity employer.

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