The American Forest & Paper Association is the national trade association of the forest products industry, representing forest landowners, pulp, paper, paperboard, and wood products manufacturers. Our companies are in the business of producing products essential for everyday life from renewable and recyclable resources that sustain the environment. The forest products industry accounts for approximately 6 percent of the total U.S. manufacturing output and employs more than a million people with an estimated annual payroll exceeding $50 billion.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: 

Manage assigned federal legislative initiatives and goals for a national trade association. Ensure coordination of association lobbying efforts with overall policy goals of association members.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Develop and implement AF&PA legislative and political strategies as well as work plans to support AF&PA goals. Build and maintain relationships with key congressional members and staff. Work to ensure AF&PA legislative goals are coordinated with other AF&PA departments and related industry groups. Develop educational opportunities for federal legislators and their staff that serve to highlight the industry accomplishments. Maintain relationships with and coordinate with outside interest groups in coalitions and on shared federal legislative goals.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

Ten to twelve years experience in one or more of the following fields; Capitol Hill legislative staff, , government affairs office for trade association or company, /lobbying firm, policy staff/political campaigns. Significant experience on Agriculture and/or Natural Resources Committees preferred. Industry knowledge helpful. In-depth knowledge of federal legislative process and strategic development required. Strong writing ability and verbal communication skills are very important. Knowledge of contemporary communications (Internet, email, etc.) and ability to work with Microsoft Word preferred.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

College degree required. Experience/educational background in manufacturing, environmental, and/or recycling issues also a plus.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Qualified individuals, please send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: resumes@afandpa.org or fax 202-463-2058. For consideration, the subject line or cover letter must indicate interest in job code #50-02.

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