Congressional Lobbyist (Hybrid Work Schedule)

Congressional Relations Lobbyist Position at ASTRO

Do you want to join a mission-driven organization that makes a difference in the U.S. healthcare landscape?

Job Description

The Congressional Relations Lobbyist at ASTRO will have the following primary responsibilities:

Lobby legislative and executive branch officials

• Influence members of Congress, their staffs, key committee staff, and federal agency officials
• Develop effective legislative briefing materials and letters
• Attend and influence relevant hearings
• Participate in coalition meetings
• Provide analysis of legislative/regulatory proposals and their impact on radiation oncology

Grassroots Engagement

• Assist with the development and execution of annual Fly-In/Lobby Day for ASTRO members
• Engage ASTRO members to build a culture of grassroots advocacy
• Utilize ASTRO Action Alerts to notify members of critical legislative/regulatory proposals
• Organize meetings with members of Congress in their state/district

ASTRO PAC

• Develop and execute ASTRO PAC strategic plan
• Grow ASTRO PAC fundraising
• Disburse ASTRO PAC funds strategically
• Oversee compliance reporting

Member Support/Services

• Provide staff support for Government Relations Committee and Congressional Relations Subcommittee
• Respond to member inquiries regarding legislative/regulatory proposals
• Draft and produce written and oral content for ASTRO’s web site, Board of Directors meetings, publications, and news updates related to congressional relations activities

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Four-year college degree in a related discipline
• Two or more years of experience in a related role
• Recent experience in policy development and lobbying on healthcare payment reform preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of Legislative and Executive branch operations
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Results-oriented with the ability to work at a fast pace
• Experience in healthcare policy or scientific/medical field
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Organization and planning skills

Working Conditions

• Open cubicle general office environment in Arlington, VA (Crystal City) with telecommuting opportunities
• Minimum travel outside of DC area required approximately 5-10% of the time

For more information and to apply, visit: ASTRO Job Application

Benefits

ASTRO offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with immediate company contribution
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement
• Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance and more

To learn more about ASTRO, visit their website: www.astro.org

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