The National League of Cities is seeking an experienced professional to analyze and develop policy, monitor, analyze and advocate municipal interests before Congress, the administration, and federal agencies with regard to federal legislative and regulatory actions in multiple issue areas affecting municipalities.

Requirements include, Bachelor's degree in political science, urban affairs, public administration or related field; advanced degree preferred; minimum five years progressively responsible relevant work experience on Capitol Hill or with public interest association, federal agency or working for a local government in related areas; experience with federal legislative process; or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; Extensive knowledge of workings of all levels of government, issues of importance to local governments, workings of public interest associations; demonstrated ability to analyze and communicate these issues effectively; demonstrated ability to interpret policy positions and apply those positions in a highly political and frequently changing environment; understanding of the federal legislative process and how it relates to the needs of local governments; demonstrated ability to develop and implement lobbying strategies on a variety of issues. Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication and organizational skills; and the ability to interact effectively with local elected officials, federal agency and Congressional officials and staffs, and all levels of NLC staff.

Send resume and letter of interest to:

Human Resources
NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES
1301 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
employment@nlc.org

www.nlc.org

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