Legislative Affairs Manager:
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Summary of Position:
NRECA has a world-class government relations department with very strong legislative, regulatory, and political capabilities, actively working with electric cooperatives around the country to advocate for good public policy outcomes in the Congress and the Administration. The Legislative Affairs Manager will serve as a junior lobbyist on the legislative team. The position will manage several policy issues of importance to electric co-ops and will assist the senior lobbyists with their advocacy on energy, environmental, broadband, and other issues. This job is an opportunity to learn more about a broad range of public policy issues and how to leverage our strong advocacy tools.
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Additional Requirement:
The preceding job description has been written to reflect management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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