State Government Relations Manager

Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you.

Work from Home Locations: Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota

Team Overview

This position promotes ADF's strategic objectives through education and advocacy efforts that involve direct government action. As an alliance builder, the State Government Relations Manager will manage contact with members and/or staff of state legislators in Nebraska, South Dakota, and North Dakota, and help plan and facilitate outreach and coordination with allies focused on government, legislative, and policy issues at the state and local levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Advocate and coordinate support for the positions of ADF on governmental policies and legislation.

• Promote and support strategies and approaches for effective advocacy.

• Travel regularly to meet with policy groups, legislative staff, and other stakeholders to discuss policy, strategy, and how to effectively advocate to government officials and the public.

• Build and manage a network of relationships within Nebraska, South Dakota, and North Dakota, including direct relationships with legislators and staff within governmental offices.

• Track, research, analyze, and evaluate legislation and translate into possible plans of action.

• Assist in developing testimony, legislation, position papers, and reports.

• Encourage and facilitate effective working relationships with policy allies and coalition groups in your assigned region.

• Speak publicly to the media and before crowds as permitted and requested by management.

• Work collaboratively within the ADF team and with external allies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be obtained.

• Experience in public policy advocacy at the state level or experience in legislative or executive branch work at the state level.

• Must reside in Nebraska, South Dakota, or North Dakota.

• Ability to travel frequently, approximately 50% of the time, especially during legislative sessions.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience involving government relations at the state level.

Pay & Benefits

At Alliance Defending Freedom, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your well-being and growth. While we do not disclose specific salary ranges, our compensation is competitive with top non-profit law firms. Our benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.

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