Director of Government Relations 6-19-24

The New York State Bar Association, a nonprofit professional association based in Albany, is seeking Director of Government Relations. The position will assist in the development and implementation of the Association’s governmental relations program, including representing the interests of the Association before the New York State legislature, the Governor’s office, State agencies and others, conducting legal research, reviewing legal issues, and collaborating with others to develop and advance concepts for legislative and Association initiatives and policy positions.

Responsibilities also include working with member leadership and colleagues to help develop and advance overall legislative strategy and create content relevant to the membership including articles, blog posts and podcasts, reviewing legislation to find possible areas of interest for Association sections and committees, reviewing all legislation reports, tracking legislation, managing direct reports, as well as assisting Association sections and committees in the development of legislative positions and serving as staff liaison to certain Association committees.

Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctor and at least six to ten years of experience in the legislative and lobbying field, including successful management of staff. Experience in researching, drafting and developing legislation, and knowledge of the state legislation tracking system are preferred. The successful candidate should possess excellent written and oral communication skills and must be a highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational abilities. The applicant should have the ability to engage in government lobbying activity.