PNWA is hiring!
We are pleased to announce that the Pacific Northwest Waterways Association (PNWA) is hiring a Government Relations Manager to join our team! We are a non-partisan, non-profit, industry trade association addressing navigation, trade, energy and environmental issues in the Northwest. With a strong, supportive membership and over 90 years of history, PNWA is a truly unique and constantly evolving group that engages on infrastructure and policy issues in our region for over 150 member organizations.
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Government Relations Manager will cover a broad suite of issues and projects; advocating for appropriations and policies associated with regional infrastructure (including jetties, pile dikes, dredging, navigation locks and dams, and other federal and non-federal infrastructure), as well as assist the Executive Director and Deputy Director in the following activities to further the mission of PNWA:
- Analyze federal and regional public policy issues as they relate to PNWA
- Coordinate efforts of PNWA members, staff, partner organizations, and others
- Prepare materials for Congress, federal agencies, regional policymakers, or others for; communication with members, membership prospects, press, annual meetings and convention, promotional materials, website, and more.
- Write content for our Nor'Wester newsletter, website, and social media
- Conduct consistent and targeted outreach; providing value to existing PNWA members and others
- Prepare presentations, engage with the public on a routine basis, educate policymakers and the public on PNWA's mission and advocacy
- Provide support to the PNWA team for membership service, meetings, and event planning
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with PNWA member organizations, Congressional offices, federal agency partners, and industry partner organizations to further PNWA's Mission, projects, and policies
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Candidates for the Government Relations Manager role will meet the minimum requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and at least four years of government, industry, or other relevant experience
- Ability to manage several projects concurrently, dealing with multiple deadlines
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Willingness to travel as needed throughout the PNW, and occasionally to Washington D.C. (travel approximately 20%)
- Thrive in a team environment
- Take initiative on projects and issues, yet maintain positive communication with the PNWA team
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) as well as Google Workplace
- Must pass a background check and, upon employment, register as a federal lobbyist and abide by Congressional conflicts of interest rules
This role includes a competitive benefits package with medical, dental, retirement, paid vacation, and medical leave.
This position is based in Portland, Oregon, with a pending office move to Vancouver, WA. The role is currently hybrid.
Applicants should apply via LinkedIn, and submit a resume. Any questions, please reach out to Neil Maunu, PNWA Executive Director.
The position will remain open until filled.