Government Affairs Specialist

The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is seeking a Government Affairs Specialist to help develop and facilitate GNDC’s advocacy efforts through research, analysis, coordination, and communication. This individual will be part of a team that advocates for policies that cultivate a thriving economy. By tracking and analyzing critical legislative developments, you will help provide insights that shape strategic decisions.

Join us in this impactful role to help empower the business community and ensure that businesses are well-informed and engaged in the policy-making process. Send your cover letter and resume to kristinw@ndchamber.com.

Government Affairs Specialist

Location: Bismarck, ND | Full-time, In-person

Key Responsibilities

Public Policy

• Represent GNDC at legislative hearings or other public policy meetings.
• Monitor, research, and analyze the impacts of proposed state legislation and regulations on GNDC membership.
• Prepare legislative & regulatory testimony, analyses, and reports.
• Prepare communication materials related to legislation or policy efforts.
• Track legislative bills important to North Dakota’s business climate.
• Work closely with trade association representatives, local chambers, and other partners to assure legislative and policy support, as directed.
• Respond to member policy inquiries as directed.
• Assist with scheduling, creating agendas, and taking meeting minutes for GNDC’s Policy Councils & Committees in support of the policy development process.
• Assist in developing policy-related surveys and communications.
• Create and maintain legislative and policy-related databases as needed.

Campaign

• Assist with the administration & coordination of GNDC’s Political Action Committee, including fundraising and events.
• Coordinate candidate training & business issue education efforts.
• Assist with initiated measure campaigns as directed.
• Track legislative elections

Partner

• Coordinate GNDC’s activities with local chambers and other partners, including communication and meetings.
• Assist with coalition building & outreach
• Coordinate GNDC-led coalition meetings
• Support ND Manufacturing Council efforts, including Manufacturing Day, events, and other outreach

Other Duties

• Assist in set-up, preparation, speaker requests, & outreach for special events, meetings, and presentations
• Assist with member recruitment and retention efforts as directed
• Assist with developing policy-related website content.
• Meet established deadlines for timely completion of projects and assigned tasks
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, political science, public relations, communications or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Research and analytical skills to support policy and legislative tracking
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Skilled in building and maintaining professional relationships
• Able to work in small team environment in an open-concept office space
• Experience and comfort with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams/Zoom, and Adobe Acrobat.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and/or experience with North Dakota politics and the state legislative process
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines under pressure
• Comfortable taking a firm stance on complex or sensitive issues
• Recognize sensitive/political situations and act with professionalism and composure

Other Details

• Generally, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday (though occasionally evening meetings and overnight travel will occur)
• At times longer hours may be necessary to meet member and project needs
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Ability/willing to travel in state occasionally.

REPORTS TO: VP of Government Affairs

Application Requirements: Cover Letter, Resume

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary negotiable with potential bonus opportunities
• Other benefits to be offered by GNDC include:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance on an employer/employee cost-shared basis
• Vacation - 2 weeks/year
• Life Insurance at 1 ½ times your annual salary
• Sick Leave
• Holidays: Major holidays plus two floating holidays
• 401k with employer match after 90 days
• Flexible spending: Medical and dependent care
• Mileage reimbursement for business trips at the current federal rate

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person