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Position Summary

The National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) is seeking an experienced Lobbyist/Government Affairs Professional to advance the NMHC Federal Legislative, Regulatory, and Political Agenda. Identify and foster key relationships with Members of Congress and Administration officials important to NMHC advocacy priorities. Position will be based in Washington, DC.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Identify and implement strategies to support NMHCs comprehensive government affairs agenda, promote NMHC legislative and regulatory goals and advance NMHC interests with federal policymakers and regulators;
• Develop and maintain relationships with key congressional and Executive branch officials and staff;
• Act on behalf of NMHCPAC and support efforts to expand its visibility and influence through actions including attendance at political events, collaboration on PAC strategy and resource deployment and assisting with the growth and sustainment of NMHCPAC;
• Monitor, analyze and communicate legislative, regulatory and other political or policy developments in assigned areas that impact NMHC interests;
• Work to promote the mission of NMHC and our members, elevate perception of the rental housing industry and carry out efforts that advance NMHC strategic goals and objectives;
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, NMHC members and across NMHC teams in support of NMHC advocacy priorities;
• Lead efforts and collaborate on advocacy resources and materials including position statements, congressional testimony, white papers and other written and multi-format materials as needed;
• Develop opportunities and execute efforts that facilitate communication and relationships between NMHC members and federal policymakers;
• Acquire and maintain a working knowledge of industry advocacy issues, with a particular focus on housing policy, financial services, tax policy and business operations, and other matters as needed;
• Contribute to NMHC conference and programming efforts and represent NMHC at internal and external conferences, events and other engagements;
• Build and maintain strong relationships with NMHC members, industry leaders, coalition and partner organizations and others in furtherance of NMHC goals and objectives; and
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in legislative and regulatory advocacy with preferred emphasis on housing or real estate related and business operations issues.
• Experience on Capitol Hill, in the Executive Branch or in other lobbying/advocacy roles at the Federal level required.
• Strong relationships with members of Congress/congressional staff required.
• Bachelors degree (B.A. or B.S.) required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a timely and efficient and organized manner.
• Demonstrated level of maturity in handling identified issues, anticipating new issues, resolving conflicts, and representing the best interests of an organization.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to address government officials, industry organizations, NMHC membership and internal colleagues.
• Excellent time management, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to be an excellent collaborator as well as work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient skills with MS Office applications.

To be considered for this position, please upload your resume and cover letter at the prompt.

Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with more than 120,000members. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies .

I. MAJOR FUNCTION:

The Director of Public Policy and Government Affairs develops and leads NASWs public policy and government affairs portfolio with the goal of advancing legislation and public policies that support the social work profession and the individuals, families, and communities social workers serve. The Director manages NASWs Public Policy and Government Affairs Department, collaborates with NASW departments and chapters and with coalitions, government officials, and other stakeholders to develop and implement public policies that advance the social work profession, and is responsible for integrating NASWs public policy and government affairs agenda into NASWs overall mission, goals, and priorities. This Director Supports NASWs DE&I initiatives by helping to translate its organizational vision for DE&I into organization-wide planning, systems and policies that are designed, implemented, and regularly reviewed for equity and inclusion.

At NASW our members come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our organization stronger. If you share our values and are enthusiastic you will find a home here.

II. BASIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

III. MINIMUM WORK REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge:

Skills:

Experience:

III. ATTRIBUTES

Job Description

Fraser is seeking a Compliance and Public Policy Analyst to ensure our service lines meet all applicable regulatory requirements, including those from the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the Minnesota Department of Health. This role involves conducting research on assigned compliance topics, drafting and updating policies and related documents, and advising staff on regulatory matters. The analyst will also respond to client and employee inquiries or grievances and provide support and consultation on human resources compliance issues.

Be part of a company that truly matters and changes lives. Apply today and join our team!

Responsibilities:

• Monitor regulatory agency requirements for Fraser’s programs including but not limited to Essential Community Provider, Minnesota Statutes 245D, 245G and 245I.
• Consult with program staff regarding matters such as the release of protected health information and consent for services. Process responses to unauthorized disclosures of health information and the execution of business associate agreements.
• Assist in researching and writing new policies or policy revisions. Create management communication and implementation plans for corresponding process changes, if relevant.
• Provide support in writing Handbook changes or updates as well as changes to the Operations manual.
• Assist in the internal monitoring of audits to assure correction plans are in place and promptly implemented to address deficiencies identified in internal and external audits.
• Review program licensing and certification reports from external agencies and work with division directors to assure corrective actions are effective and timely. Review program specific policies and procedures.
• Review employment agreement letters and contracts.

Requirements:

• BA/BS in Human Resources, Business or a related field required.
• JD from an accredited law school preferred.
• 5+ years of external experience in related area.
• Current knowledge of state and federal laws required. Knowledge of Minnesota Statutes 245 D, 245G, and 245I preferred.
• Commitment to promoting diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion with focus on culturally responsive practice, internal self-awareness and reflection.

Fraser Offers Benefits for Full-time Employees (30+ hours per week):

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Life, AD&D and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Work-Life Balance; 5 weeks of paid time off annually (18 days PTO + 9 Paid Holidays)
• Opportunities for community involvement in Fraser-organized events
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonuses

Location, Schedule & Pay:

• Working two days in Richfield, MN
  • Remote
• Monday - Friday 8 am to 5 pm
• The starting pay for this role is $70,00 to $75,000 annually depending on qualification

Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Fraser values a diverse staff to ensure the best outcomes for our diverse client base. We are committed to anti-racism at Fraser. Our anti-racism committee assesses, develops, and implements numerous initiatives ranging from recruiting and retaining diverse staff to staff training and more.

Fraser is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position will be posted at until filled. You must apply online here to be formally considered.

If you are having trouble applying or have questions, please contact Fraser HR at or . If you have successfully submitted your application, you will get a confirmation email. If you do not receive the confirmation email, please check your junk/spam folders; then contact us as we may not have received your application. Thank you for considering Fraser!

1. Attend monthly meetings with the Project Director and Client staff to update the agency regarding the status of the project, including progress and any challenges encountered.
2. Attend Planning Council meetings and collaborate with stakeholders to identify key data points for tracking and monitoring.
3. Collaborate with relevant agencies to collect and analyze selected data and identify trends.
4. Plan, organize and conduct qualitative research to support asset mapping and gap analysis.
5. Complete a literature review to identify best practices in juvenile justice.
6. Use collected and analyzed data to help inform Continuum of Care implementation plan.

1. Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
2. Required: 1 year of work experience in the social sciences, preferably specializing in criminal justice, juvenile justice, public health, social science, or behavioral sciences.
3. Required: 1 year of experience conducting research and evaluations using public health or justice system administrative data.
4. Required: Demonstrate an understanding of statistical concepts and their application in the analysis of public health and criminal justice data.
5. Required: Demonstrate programming language proficiency (R or Stata preferred), knowledge of database management and data visualization.
6. Required: Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively, respond to stakeholders' needs, and regularly update stakeholders about project milestones.
7. Required: Demonstrate an ability to analyze information from disparate datasets to derive a comprehensive understanding of the research topic, identify trends and draw meaningful conclusions.
8. Required: Outstanding analytical skills, including an ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends and draw meaningful conclusions.
9. Required: Outstanding communication skills, including an ability to present complex data in a way that is easily understood, clear and concise.