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Legislative Liaison - Michigan

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Serve as the primary legislative liaison for Americans for Prosperity in Michigan, connecting with state lawmakers, coalition partners, and activists while tracking and analyzing state legislative trends.

About this role

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country’s greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common-sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way.
Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.

Do you want to bring people together to solve problems and get lawmakers to make long-term, sustainable public policy changes that will improve the lives of all Michiganders by tearing down government-erected barriers to economic prosperity. Do You appreciate how grassroots advocacy and principled elected officials can drive meaningful policy reform and you understand the power and importance of leveraging grassroots citizens in the policymaking process.

How You Will Contribute

  • Serve as the primary liaison between AFP-MI and members of the State House and State Senate, coalition partners, activists on political, policy and legislative activities
  • Monitor, research and analyze state legislative and regulatory trends in collaboration with AFP Policy team that impact our policy areas. Track pending legislation and mitigate as needed
  • Work closely with state director, deputy director, and AFP Policy team in the development and analysis of information for advocacy documents, issue summaries, presentations, testimony, etc.
  • Build relationships with local government officials, business owners, and other strategic partners to further coalition strength in the statehouse
  • Compile answers to inquiries from field staff and assist and coordinate with their efforts in the field

    • What You Will Bring

  • Minimum of three years professional experience working in a related field (i.e. policy analysis, statehouse position, etc.)
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills
  • Experience drafting op-eds, news releases, etc.
  • Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a fast-paced environment
  • Integrity, humility, and an entrepreneurial attitude
  • A positive attitude and an earnest interest in providing good customer service to our field team members, partners, and activists by ensuring that the appropriate resource support services are available and ready for all engagement activity.

    • What We Offer

  • Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
  • A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,400 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
  • Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
  • Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

    • Skills

    Coalition BuildingConstituent CommunicationGrassroots AdvocacyNews Release DraftingOp-ed DraftingPolicy AnalysisPresentation And Testimony PreparationRegulatory TrackingResearch And AnalysisState Legislative Process

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