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Job Title: Director of Government Affairs
Primary Responsibilities: The Director of Government Affairs is Maine Conservation Voter’s (MCV) chief lobbyist and political strategist. This person is responsible for running a suite of legislative, accountability, and electoral programs to ensure that the protection of the environment, climate, and democracy in Maine are top priorities for elected officials.
Supervisor: Senior Director of Policy and Partnerships
Work Week: Full time
Position: Salaried, $85,000/year. Federal Fair Labor Standards Act Exempt. The employee is not eligible for overtime payment.
Location: Maine. Maine Conservation Alliance and Maine Conservation Voters (MCA/MCV) have a physical office in Augusta, the state capital. This position requires being fully present at the State House during the legislative session but could be remote or remote/in-person hybrid during the rest of the year.
We are looking to hire: A highly motivated, reliable, and self-starting professional with demonstrated experience in policymaking, lobbying, and politics. This individual will have knowledge and passion for environmental protection, climate justice, and a healthy democracy and a track record of advancing equity and inclusion. Being committed to solving problems in coalition and working as part of a team is essential.
Job Description:
The Director of Government Affairs is MCV’s chief lobbyist and political strategist. This person is responsible for running a suite of legislative, accountability, and electoral programs to ensure that the protection of the environment, climate, and democracy in Maine are top priorities for elected officials. This work is centered through a race equity lens, in recognition that racial justice is inextricably linked to these outcomes.
A major component of the position is testifying and lobbying on behalf of legislative priorities identified by MCA/MCV and key coalitions including Maine’s Environmental Priorities Coalition, Mainers for Modern Elections, Wabanaki Alliance, and Vision for an Equitable Maine.
The Director of Government Affairs works with MCV’s Scorecard Committee and the Senior Director of Policy and Partnerships to develop Maine’s Environmental Scorecard. This tool evaluates and documents the performance of Maine’s elected officials on environmental and related issues during each legislative session.
The Director of Government Affairs also manages the electoral campaigns of MCV’s associated PAC — Maine Conservation Voters Action Fund (MCVAF). This includes working closely with the PAC Advisory Committee and planning and implementing MCVAF’s endorsement and campaign expenditure programs.
Reflecting the organization’s commitment to collective initiatives as key to building power and momentum to achieve bold climate, conservation, and democracy wins, the Director of Government Affairs serves in leadership roles for two state-wide political and civic engagement coalitions – Maine Votes & Maine Voices – and closely coordinates MCVAF’s program with allied PACs who share common electoral goals.
The Director of Government Affairs ensures compliance with state and federal lobbying and electoral laws.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
MCA/MCV is an EEO Employer committed to a racially just, equitable, and inclusive workspace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status. Candidates from historically marginalized communities, who are on the front lines of harm caused by climate change and voter suppression, are encouraged to bring their lived as well as technical expertise to this position and the team.
The salary for this position is $85,000/year. MCV/MCA also provides holiday and paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, and a 3% SEP IRA retirement benefit match.
Maine Conservation Voters (MCV) protects Maine’s environment and our democracy by influencing public policy, holding politicians accountable, and winning elections.
Maine Conservation Alliance (MCA) protects Maine’s environment and our democracy through education, collaboration, and advocacy.