Government Affairs Manager

National Recreation and Park Association

Government Affairs Manager focusing on congressional outreach for NRPA's legislative agenda. Collaborating with contract lobby firm and NRPA staff to promote equity and health in park and recreation policy.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,202 - $84,226 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legislative affairs with a strong focus on congressional outreach and strategic partnership building. Proficient in drafting communications and translating complex policy issues for diverse audiences.

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Legislative Process KnowledgeCongressional OutreachStrategic Partnership BuildingSuperior Writing SkillsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Legislative Activities DevelopmentPolicy AnalysisBipartisan CommunicationPublic Policy FamiliarityProgram Impact Assessment

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointWeb-Based CommunicationsSocial Media

Industry Keywords

Political SciencePublic AdministrationPublic PolicyNonprofit ExperienceDiversity and Inclusion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with the Director and NRPA’s contract lobbying firm to implement NRPA’s legislative agenda
Focus on congressional outreach that advances NRPA’s legislative agenda and promotes NRPA’s profile among Members of Congress and their staff
Conduct outreach to Congress and their staff in a bipartisan fashion on organizational policy goals
Support the implementation of the biennial NRPA legislative agenda through team dialogue and strategy development
Collaborate with department and contract lobby firm on targeted outreach plans
Draft and disseminate NRPA’s written communication to Capitol Hill
Respond to NRPA member requests for legislative updates
Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with organizations that further NRPA’s policy agenda outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, a related field
2-4 years’ experience working in Congress or in legislative affairs role in a relevant nonprofit or association
Extensive knowledge of and comfort with the legislative process
Demonstrated ability to develop and carry out legislative activities
Familiarity with programs, systems and policies that impact park and recreation, environment, access, equity, diversity and inclusion
Strong relationship building skills
Superior writing skills with the ability to translate complex issues into a level appropriate for the general population and for policymakers
Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), web-based communications, social media, and some basic design software knowledge.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work/life balance
Collaborative working environment
Commitment to values of trust, continuous learning, diversity and inclusion