cvsc
Government Relations Director
Columbia, South Carolina · Director · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$105k-$115kDetected 20 days ago
Project ManagementLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills
About the role
- CVSC is a bipartisan, non-profit organization that, along with its sister organization the CVSC PAC, passes laws that protect our environment, elects pro-conservation candidates, and holds elected officials accountable.
- The position will supervise a team of staff and contract lobbyists to advance legislation in the South Carolina General Assembly and at the local level.
- During legislative session (January-June) a consistent physical presence will be necessary in Columbia.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain a diverse set of positive working relationships with state and local elected officials and staff, conservation partners, community leaders, state agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Communicates legislative strategy and action opportunities to CVSC staff, external supporters, and partners.
- Performs other duties as needed in accordance with the successful operation of a non-profit organization.
- A strategic approach to project management that can identify long-term opportunities and create strategies that thoughtfully help a committed team achieve incremental milestones that build towards these goals.
- Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative, productive, respectful relationships with leaders and organizations representing a variety of interests and perspectives.
- Leads the organization's Government Relations team as registered lobbyist for the organization, supervising contract and staff lobbyists and coordinating with issue-specific policy staff to advance a broad set of land protection, clean air, clean water, clean energy, climate resilience, and other environmental policy goals that help to tackle systemic environmental, racial, and economic inequities.
- Demonstrated awareness of one's own cultural identity, views about difference, and the ability to learn and build on varying cultural and community norms.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience working to advance public policy at a statewide level, with at least 2 years as a registered lobbyist.
- 2+ years of experience in supervising full-time staff and/or contractors, with a demonstrated ability to inspire action, lead by example, and instill purpose into daily operations of the organization.
- Ability to professionally represent CVSC in written and oral communications
- Experience with grassroots and grasstop advocacy and how these efforts can amplify and support direct lobbying efforts.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adjust strategies and work plans in real time.
- An ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner in person, over video conferencing, and over the telephone.
- Strong attention to detail, fast and willing learner, strong organizational skills and ability to follow up and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work well within a team and with individuals, both internal and external, from diverse backgrounds.
- A knowledge of the South Carolina political environment, particularly within the South Carolina General Assembly.
- Experience working with local governments in South Carolina and advancing local policy.
- A passion for conservation and environmental efforts to protect our air, land, and water.
- Knowledge and understanding of environmental issues and the types of policies used to advance environmental protection and climate action at the local and state levels.
- Proficiency and substantial experience with standard office productivity software and equipment; ability to read, process, and synthesize printed materials on paper or standard computer screen.
Nice to have
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Compensation
- CVSC offers a competitive non-profit sector salary for this position in the $105,000-$115,000 range, depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits
- We provide a high-quality health insurance plan paid at 100% for employees and 60% for families and dependents.
- CVSC also provides a Flex Spending Account as well as short-term disability, dental, and vision coverage at no cost to employees.
- Our benefits plan also includes 14 holidays, Fridays off in the summer months, 17 days of PTO (increasing with tenure), 8 weeks of paid parental leave, and a sabbatical program.
- Work with CVSC team to craft and implement ambitious multi-year vision and strategy for advancing CVSC's policy priorities at the state and local level.
- Shares our commitment to increasing racial justice and equity in our movement and organization, integrating these principles into all of the work we do and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture.
Company info
- CVSC is a mission-driven organization whose staff are deeply passionate about advancing environmental policy in a just and equitable way.
- We are seeking another effective, productive, enjoyable and highly ethical member of the team who will take responsibility and leadership for implementing assigned tasks.
Equal opportunity
- CVSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a racially just, equitable and inclusive workplace.
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