GCS is hiring!
HIRING: Policy Associate
If interested, please submit a cover letter, resume, three references and writing sample to guideconsultingservices@gmail.com with the subject line “Policy Associate – (your last name)”. Application closes on January 22, 2023.
GUIDE CONSULTING SERVICES OVERVIEW:
Guide Consulting Services (GCS) is a boutique, full-service government relations firm representing non-profits and ethically responsible businesses to advance their health and social policy goals into law. We prioritize getting results for our clients through strategy, legislative drafting, government relations and public affairs services.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The position entails a wide-ranging government relations and advocacy coordination for multiple Guide Consulting clients focused in mental and behavioral health, suicide prevention and crisis services, and Medicare/Medicaid. As we scale-up, we are seeking a candidate who is interested in growing with our business, independent, organized, highly detail-oriented, and a team player. If you are looking for a great opportunity to train and grow with a bipartisan firm that makes real change for people through legislation and regulation, this is the place for you.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Position responsibilities include, but are not restricted to, the following:
Monitor and attend congressional hearings and other briefings/events, producing memos and notes for clients
Monitor, analyze, and summarize legislative and regulatory developments on a wide variety of issues at the federal level
Research legislative history, academic research, and policy to help design and advance legislative goals
Assist team with organization operations and managing clients
Conduct outreach to Capitol Hill staff to help increase sponsorship on pending legislation or requested attendance at an event
Help organize congressional staff briefings, Capitol Hill/lobby days, virtual action days for clients
Provide moderate IT/ technical assistance for GCS staff
Enhance and support social media and marketing presence of coalitions/GCS and general management of accounts
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in political science, history, communications, English, international relations, public policy, or related degree program
2-4 years legislative or government relations experience
Preferred familiarity with health care and behavioral health care
General working knowledge and strong interest in Congress and federal agencies
Technical skills include mastery of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Zoom
General facility with social media including Twitter and LinkedIn, and preferred familiarity with editing website content
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong writing and editing skills, including ability to attend congressional hearings/mark-ups and provide summarized, detailed memorandums
Ability to develop new skills quickly
Strong research skills
Passionate about advocacy and meaningful messaging
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
Ability to work independently but also thrive in a team
Self-motivated and flexible, along with a can-do attitude
Ability to multi-task and juggle multiple projects with quick deadlines
Ability to think and act tactically
Good judgement
Positive attitude and sense of humor
Creativity, flexibility, and willingness to contribute ideas
SALARY & BENEFITS:
Salary range for the Policy Associate role is $45,000-50,000 annually. Competitive benefits package offered including employer paid health, dental and transportation benefit. Extensive paid vacation, retirement contribution and professional development benefit.
This is a full-time, exempt position at 40 hours per week. There may be instances where the Policy Associate is asked to work additional hours, as needed. This position is based in Washington, DC; GCS operates on a hybrid working arrangement.
HOW TO APPLY:
If interested, please submit a cover letter, resume, three references and writing sample to guideconsultingservices@gmail.com with the subject line “Policy Associate – (your last name)”. Application closes on January 22, 2023.
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