Job Description
Van Scoyoc Associates (VSA) invites applications for a Manager of Government Relations. Established in 1990, VSA is an independent, full-service government relations firm that provides federal legislative and executive branch advocacy to almost 200 clients which include Fortune 500 companies, cities and small towns, colleges and major research universities, small businesses, foreign governments, charitable organizations, trade associations, and coalitions both large and small. For decades, VSA has been a leading lobbying firm and respected voice in Washington, D.C. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to join our organization, advocating on the legislative and regulatory issues for a number of our clients in the water, health care, and local government sectors.
About the Position
A Manager of Government Relations works closely with, and reports directly to, VSA Vice Presidents in managing the legislative and federal relations needs of a broad portfolio of clients including several in the water, municipal, and health care sectors. The position will provide critical advocacy in support of client priorities at the federal level associated with legislative policy, programmatic funding, and regulatory issues. The following is a list of the duties and responsibilities the position will entail:
Provide VSA clients with timely developments occurring in Congress and at the Federal Agencies on topical issues
Draft white papers or summaries on issues for VSA clients
Help VPs prepare short-term and long-term federal government relations strategic planning documents for VSA clients
Monitor and report on legislative activities (including Committee hearings, markups, bill introductions, briefings, and press conferences) in the House and Senate
Monitor the Federal Register for relevant regulatory activities and funding opportunities within the Executive Branch agencies
Coordinate project authorization and appropriations requests to Congressional offices on behalf of clients
Conduct public policy and other strategic research for existing or potential VSA clients
Attend trade association/coalition meetings to glean information on key issues or to advance VSA client positions
Manage, track, and promote client issues and agendas
Assist VPs in the drafting of prospective client proposals and other document preparation for interviews with potential new clients
In coordination with VPs, develop optimal legislative or agency strategies for VSA clients to pursue
Assist in the preparation and briefing of VSA clients prior to Congressional office and Executive branch meetings
Help VPs prepare monthly reports for VSA clients chronicling relevant legislative & executive branch activities, as well as actions & accomplishments performed on behalf of VSA clients
Draft correspondence and other duties in support of client-focused needs as assigned
Assist VPs in scheduling Congressional, Executive Branch, and other relevant meetings for VSA clients
Support VPs in various details associated with coordinating and planning of VSA client DC trips
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have at least two to three years of Capitol Hill, Executive Branch, or relevant lobbying experience. Working knowledge of the legislative and federal branches, including procedures, operations & functions, and overall political process is required. Candidates need to possess strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as be highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of water, natural resources, and health care policy is desirable but not required. Applicants must also be detail-oriented, have research experience, take initiative in problem-solving, and have a positive attitude.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits, including 401K, medical, and dental insurance. Send resumes and references to resume@vsadc.com.