A national non-profit membership association, which serves as the umbrella organization for 100+ non-profit Members in 850 communities, seeks a Vice President for Legislative Affairs. In this role you will manage the organization’s legislative agenda and relationships, and assist the General Counsel in providing general legal support to the organization. Responsibilities: Monitoring and Reporting - Monitor and report to Members on relevant legislative/regulatory activities, including debt settlement; financial literacy; and for-profit credit counseling legislation and regulation. Member Support – Support Members lobbying at the state-level on legislative issues, by providing research, analysis and coaching. Participate in bimonthly Legislative Calls to brief Members on legislative and regulatory activities. Draft Legislative Newsletter for Members. Partner Relationship Management - Manage the organization’s relationships with federal Congressional partners/allies/staff; co-manage relationships with federal regulatory partners on legislative issues; and assist the organization’s Development Team in managing relationships with other partners as legislative issues arise. Draft position papers; talking points; testimony; and op-eds supporting the organization’s positions on pending legislation and/or issues. General Legal – Support staff by drafting and reviewing contracts, advising on general corporate legal matters, and managing matters referred to outside counsel. Requirements: J.D. admitted to the Bar (any state). 3 to 5 years of Federal legislative experience required, preferably experience working on policy issues on Capitol Hill. Proven ability to analyze and comment on legislative and regulatory issues required, including the preparation of position papers and testimony. General/corporate experience preferred but not required. Benefits: Position based in Washington, DC area; no relocation provided. Medical; 403(b) Plan; generous vacation. Location: Silver Spring Compensation: $100-125k This is at a non-profit organization. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. dc