The American Petroleum Institute, API, a major trade association representing America's oil and natural gas industry, is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Government Affairs team. The individual will represent the petroleum industry before the executive and legislatives branches of the Federal Government, and promote the interests of the industry on matters relating to oil and gas taxation issues. Qualified candidates should have a bachelor's or advanced degree in political science, law, or other public policy discipline with 5+ years of public policy or legislative advocacy experience. Particular knowledge and experience working with or on congressional tax-writing committees is key. Requires aptitude for and an interest in lobbying Congress and the Executive Branch and proven skills at gathering legislative information, making recommendations to respond to legislative initiatives, and reporting assigned issues. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work effectively, with flexibility & personal diplomacy, in a collaborative environment.
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 02/24/10
API offers competitive salary and benefits package.
Contact
Forward resume w/ salary history to API, Human Resources, 1220 Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005, hr@api.org or fax to 202-682-8569.
www.api.org
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 02/24/10
