How much does a Legislative Director make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Legislative Director in the United States is $101 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $88 and $118. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Legislative Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legislative Director Salary $75 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Legislative Director Salary $88 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Legislative Director Salary $101 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Legislative Director Salary $118 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Legislative Director Salary $133 US March 26, 2024
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Americans For Tax Fairness - Washington , DC
LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR POSITION SUMMARY Americans for Tax Fairness, a coalition of national and state endorsing organizations active on high-profile federal tax reform issues, is seeking a Legislative Director with at least five years of experience with some combination of lobbying and/or working in Congress or other legislative bodies, knowledge of tax policy and/or domestic policy issues and communicating policy issues in writing. The person must have strong advocacy and communications skills; knowledge of tax, economic and/or domestic policy issues; good writing and analytic skills; strong leadership skills; knowledge of Excel; be well organized and detail oriented; and be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, campaign-style environment. The Legislative Director supervises the Senior Research and Policy Associate. This is a senior, full-time exempt position that reports directly to the Executive Director. The salary is $120,000-$130,000, depending on experience, and a competitive ben
- 1 day ago
Building Industry Association of Washington - Olympia , WA
Job Type Full-time Description The Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) is the voice of the residential construction industry in the state of Washington, representing nearly 8,000 home builders, remodelers, and their associates. We need an experienced dynamic and driven government affairs professional to lead BIAW's advocacy team as Legislative Director. Do you have an advocacy background and are looking to direct a professional team of lobbyists to help more people across Washington State access the benefits of home ownership? Become the voice of the housing industry in Washington and help drive policies that increase housing across the state. This is your chance to make a positive impact on our communities while working for an organization that values people and growth while working for the best home builder and remodelers. Come join the fun and the purposes and work at BIAW! Position Title: Legislative Director Reports to: Managing Director of External Affairs Office L
- 3 days ago
House Of Representatives - Washington , DC
Legislative Director Summary: The Office of Rep. Frederica S. Wilson seeks a legislative director. Congresswoman Wilson is the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development and a distinguished member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Additionally, she is the founder and chair of the Caucus on the Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys and the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys. Duties: ?Lead the development and execution of legislative priorities. ?Effectively manage and empower legislative staff to advance the Member's agenda. ?Supervise legislative, policy, and constituent correspondence operations. ?Prepare and brief the Member for meetings, hearings, markups, votes, and other engagements. ?Draft and review bills, memos, talking points, floor speeches, op-eds, and committee materials. ?Maintain current status reports on all legislation pertinent to the district, sponsored or cosponsored by
- 4 days ago
Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Asian Law Caucus - Sacramento , CA
Position: Legislative Director Type: Regular, Exempt, Full Time Position Location: Based in Sacramento, CA, Hybrid work schedule Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled. The Opportunity Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Asian Law Caucus (ALC) seeks a full-time legislative director to lead its legislative, budget and administrative advocacy in the State Capitol on progressive, social justice issues impacting the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities, including AMEMSA (Arab, Middle Eastern, Muslim, and South Asian) communities. The Legislative Director is responsible for the development and execution of ALCs statewide legislative priorities, and plays an integral role in developing, implementing and coordinating state government affairs strategies, initiatives and engagement to advance our advocacy agenda. We are pursuing candidates who are critical thinkers, take initiative, and thrive in a work environment that
- 4 days ago
StateJobsNY - New York , NY
Bachelor's degree and communications background with ability to use Microsoft Suite. Have strong writing, communication and organizational skills. Duties Description Manage messaging, policy positions, legislative initiatives and oversee legislative operations & priorities; Research legislative & policy issues; Develop legislative & advocacy strategies. Additional Comments Social work experience a plus. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Holly Telephone 518-455-4001 Fax Email Address resumerecruit@nyassembly.gov Address Street Legislative Office Building City Albany State NY Zip Code 12208 Notes on Applying Please write Legislative Director/Manhattan in the subject line of your email submission
- 4 days ago
Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Asian Law Caucus - Sacramento , CA
Position: Legislative Director Type: Regular, Exempt, Full Time Position Location: Based in Sacramento, CA, Hybrid work schedule Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled. The Opportunity Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Asian Law Caucus (ALC) seeks a full-time legislative director to lead its legislative, budget and administrative advocacy in the State Capitol on progressive, social justice issues impacting the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities, including AMEMSA (Arab, Middle Eastern, Muslim, and South Asian) communities. The Legislative Director is responsible for the development and execution of ALC’s statewide legislative priorities, and plays an integral role in developing, implementing and coordinating state government affairs strategies, initiatives and engagement to advance our advocacy agenda. We are pursuing candidates who are critical thinkers, take initiative, and thrive in a work environment that
- 5 days ago

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