RVIA is searching for a successor (VP of Government Affairs). This position is a leadership level government affairs position for the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) reporting to the Present and CEO of the association. This leader manages the overall public policy development and policy dissemination at the federal and state levels. As the vice president of the Government Affairs (GA) department, this position is responsible for overall management of 6 staff positions and multiple outside consultants with an overall mission to promote and protect RVIA’s member interests in state and federal legislation and regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Promote and protect the RV industry.
• Establish RVIA as a leading spokesperson on federal campground and outdoor recreation policy.
• Represent RVIA in multiple coalitions and allied associations including the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable.
• Manage all RVIA political events and programming including GA’s role in development of RVs Move America Week which includes a fly-in event.
• Act as staff Liaison for the Public & Legislative Affairs committee, develop policy positions and build relationships with industry members.
• Conduct lobbying and provide testimony on Capitol Hill or in state capitols.
• Oversee multimillion-dollar department budget.
• Participate in strategic planning for the GA department and collaborate with senior staff and industry leaders on strategic planning for the association.
• Present issue analysis to Executive Committee, the Board of Directors and RVIA leadership team members.

Competencies & Areas of Expertise

• 20+ years of experience in high level proactive federal and state policy making, advocacy and public affairs.
• An empowering leader with high integrity and discretion.
• A strategic thinker who maintains long term plans for the association and members.
• Masterful command of the legislative, legal and regulatory landscape.
• A team player who supports the larger association agenda.
• Ability to leverage relationships to build coalitions and form partnerships to advance advocacy positions.
• Experience in managing, motivating, developing a high performing team.
• A great presenter with a commitment to respect, diversity of thought, consideration of new ideas and points of view
• A track record of advocating high profile agendas and/or issue campaigns through complex political and regulatory environments and the broader public policy arena or participation in consideration of such issues in government bodies.
• Strong consultative and interpersonal skills to work with diverse groups of individuals including, lobbyists, federal and state elected and appointed officials and regulators, trade and business associations, foundations, political organizations, and public interest groups.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills including public speaking, writing, active listening, and synthesizing information from diverse sources when working with team members, members and stakeholders.
• A desire to work in a dynamic fast paced environment.
• Business or association experience is a significant plus.
• Proven team management skills- ability to network and engage effectively with internal and external business partners.

Compensation:

• $200k-$220k
• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both healthcare and dependent care.
• 401(k) plan with an employer match of the first 6% of eligible pay contributed.
• Paid time off program.
• Flexible work hours.
• Paid Holidays
• Performance-Based Merit Increases.
• Career Development Program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $200,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Reston, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least 18 years of Government affairs experience?
• Do you have senior level state and federal policy experience?

Work Location: One location

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