Director of Political Affairs

The National Apartment Association (NAA) is America's leading advocate for quality rental housing. NAA's mission is to serve the interests of multifamily housing owners, managers, developers and suppliers and maintain a high level of professionalism in the multifamily housing industry to better serve the rental housing needs of the public. NAA provides a wealth of information through advocacy, research, technology, education and strategic partnerships with nearly 200 state and local affiliates comprised of more than 52,000 multifamily housing industry members.

Principal Accountabilities:

Manage all aspects of a Political Action Committee (PAC), including fundraising, disbursements, donor relationships, compliance and day-to-day operations. Develop and implement new strategies for increasing support for the PAC.

Direct a 50,000+ member grassroots advocacy program, including recruitment, communications, mobilization, budget and data management. Develop and implement new strategies for increasing affiliate and member engagement in NAA grassroots efforts.

Lead the development and execution of annual member "lobby day," including schedule, content, speakers, marketing/promotion and logistics.

Maintain and enhance online presence for PAC and grassroots programs.

Serve as liaison to national political groups, including the RNC, DNC, DSCC, NRSC, NRCC and DCCC. Represent NAA in front of industry political organizations, including the Public Affairs Council, NABPAC, etc.

Research and monitor federal legislative activity related to PACs and campaign finance reform.

Position Qualifications:

Requirements:

5-7 years experience in PAC management, political operations and grassroots advocacy, preferably in housing or real estate.
Demonstrated success in fundraising and grassroots recruitment.
Detailed knowledge of campaign finance laws and Federal Election Commission compliance and reporting requirements.
Self-directed and able to exercise high level of independent judgment.
Strong management and problem solving skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple projects and operational goals.
Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to present and communicate to all levels of management and leadership.
20-30% travel and sometimes extended work hours.
Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy or related field.

Preferred:

Experience with PAC, grassroots program management software.

Please send resumes, cover letter and salary history to Resumes@naahq.org. No phone calls, please. EOE M/F/H/V