Boat Government Affairs Liaison

BOAT Government Affairs Liaison – Springfield, VA

Salary: $57,000-$72,500/commensurate with experience

We are looking to hire a BOAT Government Affairs Liaison to increase member value and support Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.) Member attention by promoting bipartisan boater friendly policies. In this role you will serve as a liaison to elected and government officials to further BoatU.S. positions, defend boaters’ interests at a federal, state, and regional level, assist in determining Association positions and advocacy on a wide range of policy topics, promoting boating as a preferred recreational activity. You will be responsible for communicating policy positions across a variety of formats to Members, boaters, boating groups, Congress, state legislatures and other agencies. You will also work with BoatU.S. Public Affairs to provide timely and frequent press information, direct grassroots campaigns to influence public boating policy issues, pursue proactive relationships with Members of Congress and their staff, federal agency officials, elected state representatives and state agency officials.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally, via email, social media and letter writing in a professional manner and with integrity and political savvy.
• Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and have strong organization/priority setting skills.
• Must be able to analyze policy, legislation and regulatory information.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally, via email, social media and letter writing in a professional manner and with integrity and political savvy.
• Must be able to speak in a clear, empathetic and professional manner by telephone.
• Must perform duties at a stationary workstation.
• Must be able to multi-task to a high standard.
• Must be able to complete other duties as assigned.
• This role may require up to 10% travel.

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Communications, Journalism, English, or Government Relations, with 1-2 years of related field / internship experience.
• Prior experience working with federal, state or local government entities.
• Prior experience with writing, or drafting engaging news bulletins, or social media related posts.
• Ability to work independently and manage project deadlines.

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.

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