Director of State Legislative Affairs

Director of State Legislative Affairs

SUMMARY: Responsible for representing and promoting Farm Bureau’s positions and members’ interests before the Missouri General Assembly. Communicates and advocates policy positions pertaining to state policy matters. Works with other MOFB legislative team members, Farm Bureau members and county Farm Bureaus regarding governmental issues at the state and local level.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The following duties are representative of those required for this position. All of the duties may not be required, and additional duties may be assigned.

1. Communicate and advocate MOFB policy positions pertaining to the Missouri General Assembly with Senate and House leadership, individual legislators and staff of the General Assembly, House and Senate committees, agency directors and business, civic, educational and professional organizations.
2. Represents MOFB in a primary or substitute role, at hearings, meetings, seminars, forums, etc., that relate to legislative, governmental or political affairs or are vital from a public relations standpoint.
3. Analyzes Senate and House bills and coordinates testimony for hearings that relate to Farm Bureau policies.
4. Identifies, catalogs and monitors Senate and House bills.
5. Communicates with Farm Bureau leaders and general membership on legislative matters through MFB publications, newsletters, annual meetings, legislative conferences, personal contact, radio, TV, and other appropriate methods.
6. Prepares an annual summary of legislative results including voting records of members of the General Assembly on Farm Bureau issues.
7. Provides State Resolutions Committee with information and assistance when requested.
8. Assists with political education and PAC programs.
9. Works with other MOFB legislative team members in helping members with local affairs activities, understanding the legislative process and assisting in solving government related problems.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Knowledge of state and local government is essential.
2. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
3. Political action experience is desirable.
4. Agricultural background desirable.
5. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others.
6. Ability to travel locally 40% of the time.
7. Ability to operate a personal computer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71,300.00 - $91,300.00 per year

Benefits:

1. 401(k)
2. 401(k) matching
3. Dental insurance
4. Health insurance
5. Life insurance
6. Paid time off
7. Retirement plan
8. Tuition reimbursement
9. Vision insurance

Work Location: In person