The Research Analyst is responsible for providing general program support to the entire State and Local Affairs team, including state and local statutory and issues research, state legislative tracking, and assisting in the development of analytical documents. Additionally, the position provides federal legislative and issue research and general department administrative support on an as needed base.  

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Conduct state and local statutory and issues research. Provide federal legislative and issue research on an as needed basis.

• Proactively contact NAA affiliate government affairs liaisons in order to assist and facilitate legislative and issue research on their behalf.

• Assist managers in translating research into informational content for members.

• Respond to basic member inquiries concerning state- and local-level legislative and regulatory issues.

• Manage the content and maintenance of the NAA State and Local Issues Website.

• Assist in the development and implementation of the NAA Annual Capitol Conference.

• Administrative and other duties as assigned.

• 1-2 years experience in government affairs, preferably in the housing industry.
• Advanced internet research skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to compose analytical documents.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in political science, political policy or related field.

• Familiarity with Lexis and state legislative tracking services preferred.
• Prior experience working with membership organizations a plus.