OR – Legislative Affairs Manager – Confederated Tribes of Umatilla Indian Res.

JOB TITLE:

Legislative Affairs Manager

DEPARTMENT:

Communications

SUPERVISOR:

Communications Director

SALARY:

$95,000-$102,000 yr

JOB SUMMARY:

At the direction of the Communications Director, the Legislative Affairs Manager will assist the Office of the Executive Director and Board of Trustees in tracking and analyzing legislation that may affect the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR). The Legislative Affairs Manager will also be responsible for developing and recommending strategies and actions related to legislation at the local, state, and federal levels, and will serve as the primary staff liaison with the CTUIR’s federal and state lobbyists.(Position is open until filled)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and other Office Suite software. Knowledge of computers and other office
  • Promote CTUIR legislative priorities and issues to Congressional representatives, federal administrative officials, Oregon and Washington legislative representatives, and Oregon and Washington government officials.
  • Provide tribal leaders with information, processes, and tools needed to establish legislative goals and strategies for the CTUIR. Provide technical assistance s in developing legislative strategies and drafting legislation on behalf of the Tribe.
  • Develop forecasts of tribal needs, resources, and opportunities related to legislative and intergovernmental affairs.
  • Track and remain up to date on proposed legislation (at local, state and federal levels) that may affect or involve tribal rights, responsibilities, privileges, and CTUIR programs.
  • Coordinate analysis of proposed legislation with Tribal staff and policy representatives and assist in developing the most appropriate response or actions.
  • Take the lead on coordinating briefing memos and talking points for tribal leadership concerning engagement with legislative representatives and government officials.
  • Take the lead in developing and writing testimony to be presented before the Oregon and Washington State Legislatures or U.S. Congress. Coordinate with key staff and policy representatives to determine the basis of the testimony.
  • Provide timely, regular Legislative Report to the Board of Trustees updates on the status of proposed legislation and other legislative activities. Develop and maintain internal communications processes to ensure the Tribe’s awareness of federal and state legislation that may affect the organization.
  • Maintain regular communication with the Tribe’s lobbyists who operate in Salem, Oregon, Olympia, Washington, and Washington, DC. Provide information to tribal leaders, and key staff, on the lobbyists’ observations and recommendations. Provide direction and assignments to the tribal lobbyists.
  • Organize and participate in tours and meetings involving elected or public officials and staff as needed for promotion of CTUIR rights or interests.
  • Promote tribal community participation in local, state, and federal elections through coordination with CTUIR Departments.
  • Monitor federal and state agency policy and administrative rule-making activities and advise other CTUIR departments on relevant rulemaking.
  • Maintain confidentiality of information relating to policy development and analysis.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Communication Director related to the position and scope of work.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in political science, business administration, tribal government, public policy, public administration, communications, public relations; AND at least 3-4 years’ experience in legislative advocacy, policy analysis, tribal policy, government administration, or communications/public relations.
  • Experience working in tribal, local, state, or federal government or not-for-profit organizations that interact with Tribes and/or Native communities, understanding of local, regional, state, and federal policies that impact Tribes.
  • Broad understanding of tribal history and sovereignty. Excellent communication and analytical skills, including written, oral, and listening.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex issues with tribal leaders, staff, and the public.
  • Team player with strong relationship building skills and ability to exercise resourcefulness, tact and leadership in representing the CTUIR to other governmental representatives and elected officials and to practice confidentiality as needed.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
  • Must have a valid state driver’s license and meet Tribal insurance requirements to drive GSA/tribally owned vehicles.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

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