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Chief Government and Legal Affairs Officer The University of Southern Indiana (USI) invites applications and nominations for the position of Chief Government and Legal Affairs Officer. Founded in 1965, the University of Southern Indiana enrolls more than 11,000 dual credit, undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students in more than 100 areas of study. A public higher education institution, located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, Indiana, USI offers programs through the College of Liberal Arts, Romain College of Business, College of Nursing and Health Professions and the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education. USI is a Carnegie Foundation Community Engaged University and offers continuing education and special programs to more than 16,000 participants annually through Outreach and Engagement. USI is online at www.usi.edu . Reporting directly to the President, the Chief Government and Legal Affairs Officer serves as the USI's principal liaison to local, state and federal government and seeks to develop strong, collaborative relationships with policymakers including members and staff of the Indiana General Assembly, the Office of the Governor, the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, the Office of Management and Budget as well as related associations, groups and organizations locally, throughout the State of Indiana and at the federal level. The Chief Government and Legal Affairs Officer provides legal counsel and guidance to the President, Board of Trustees and other members of the University community on a broad range of legal matters relevant to the institution including compliance, contracts and grant management, employment, general business law policies and procedures, laws pertaining to students, real estate transactions and other laws and regulations. Essential Functions: Plan, direct and develop the presentation of operating and capital budget requests and other supporting or requested material to the Indiana General Assembly and other state agencies, including the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, Indiana Legislative Council, Indiana State Budget Agency, Legislative Services Agency and other state agencies. Conduct review of bills introduced by the Indiana General Assembly, seek input from various University departments concerning proposed legislation and monitor legislation throughout the legislative session. Develop and present the University's position on proposed legislation; serve as a clearing house of the status of legislation both pending and enacted. Work with legislators and legislative staff to respond to bills of interest. Update and advise the Board of Trustees, University leadership and staff about relevant policy proposals and action. Meet on a regular basis throughout the year with legislators, legislative and state agency fiscal and policy staff and other officials responsible for postsecondary education funding to maintain productive working relationships between the University of Southern Indiana and state government. Work closely with legislators and legislative staff in the analysis and impact of funding models. Collaborate with other Indiana public universities on a regular basis during legislative sessions and periodically during the rest of the year, to develop communications with legislators regarding higher education policy, operating and capital needs. Provide leadership in formulating and implementing institutional strategies for anticipating legal issues and risk, preparing drafts and reviewing legal documents including contracts, memoranda of agreement, policies and procedures. Advise management, including the Finance and Audit Committee of the Board, on issues related to federal, state and local laws and rules. Essential Knowledge and Skills: Required Education: Law degree; Masters/Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school. Must be licensed to practice in Indiana. Five years' experience with increasing levels of responsibility preferably in higher education, with the ability to demonstrate a working knowledge and understanding of state and/or federal legislative process and legal issues. Demonstrated experience in a position requiring the use of analytical skills, including the ability to organize, interpret, integrate and present data in a clear and concise fashion. Knowledge of major areas of law and issues affecting higher education organizations including contracts, construction and real estate law, licensing, compliance and regulatory issues, privacy and data protection, intellectual property, employment and athletics. Excellent communication skills, oral and written, for a wide variety of administrative and legislative-related functions. Strong relationship building, collaboration and interpersonal skills are necessary. High ethical standards with a strong moral compass, integrity and perseverance. Knowledge of lobbying rules and requirements. Knowledge of local, state and federal legislative and executive process, including budget and appropriations processes working knowledge of higher education bill tracking systems. Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements: Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm. when the state legislature is not in session. Irregular hours including weekends and nights may be required. During the legislative session must be on-call to attend various legislative meetings at any time of day or night. There is significant overnight travel involved with this position to attend legislative sessions and attend state and federal level meetings. To learn more about the position and to apply, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/employment . For best consideration, please submit materials before July 11, 2018. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the University of Southern Indiana considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law or identified by the University as a protected class. Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/szdf6rf3cdbks38s PI103029200

IATSE Local 480, the labor union representing film technicians in the state of New Mexico, is seeking a lobbyist to represent its interests and objectives during the 2019 New Mexico legislative session.

 POSITION SUMMARY The National Shooting Sports Foundation, the trade association for the firearms, ammunition, hunting and shooting sports industry, is seeking a strategic legislative leader to join our state government affairs team as the Director of State Affairs based in the West Region. This position will focus on representing the industry before legislative and regulatory bodies in the West region.  Candidates should be well-versed in state and local legislative processes and procedures and have a demonstrated success in executing effective measures in state capitols.  Managing both internal and external stakeholders in a high energy and fast paced environment will be a priority. The candidate will be expected to coordinate the strategic objectives of the trade association while developing and managing legislative objectives.   The position will report to and work closely with all members of the state affairs team.   ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Proactively evaluate state legislation and regulations on a continuous basis for potential impact on our member companies. Expand and develop our state affairs program focusing on activities with elected officials and policy makers in the West region states. Direct all state/local level lobbying efforts for the firearms industry with a focus in the West region states, e.g. California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico. Identify issues for which NSSF and its members have an interest and should take a position and appropriate action. Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communications skills Interpersonal skills to work with appropriate in-state groups to build coalitions. Ability to manage and supervise outside government relations consultants. Collaborate with state affairs colleagues to develop grassroots action plans that strategically engage industry members to achieve desired policy outcomes. Ability to translate complicated industry issues into an easy to understand analysis that focuses on the impact to our member companies. Work to develop public affairs messaging with both internal and external groups with a primary focus of impacting legislation. Ability to register as a lobbyist and file necessary paperwork in the states. QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES and EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree required Master's or Professional degree strongly preferred 5+ years of state lobbying experience working in state legislatures. Extensive government relations and/or public affairs experience to effectively interact with state agencies and legislatures. Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to influence and effectively lead internal and external audiences to desired outcomes. Possesses a comprehensive skill set including extensive industry and trade association experience, crisis-tested political expertise, consistent and successful lobbying practices, and cultivated coalition management skills. Ability to manage and assess the need for contract government relations professionals and associations. Understand industry specific policy and legislative issues and develop strategies and solutions in response. Proven track record of successful project management and team leadership. High degree of ethics and ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally. Out-of-town travel – 30% to 40% of position. Experience hunting, shooting, or with the outdoors a plus.