Government Affairs Director

Government Affairs Director at Montana Conservation Voters, Inc. Government Affairs Director at Montana Conservation Voters, Inc. in Helena, Montana Posted in 7 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Entity/Entities:

Montana Conservation Voters (MCV),

MCV Education FundTitle:

Government Affairs DirectorStatus:

Full-time, Salaried, ExemptReports To:

Executive DirectorLocation:

Remote within Helena, MT (Safe commuting distance to Montana State Capitol in all seasons is required)

ORGANIZATIONAL

CONTEXTMontana Conservation Voters (MCV) and the MCV Education Fund are mission-driven nonpartisan nonprofit organizations working together to protect Montanas clean air and water, public lands, and democracy for current and future generations. MCV supports this goal by conducting issue advocacy and political accountability while fostering conservation champions across Montana. The MCV Education Fund focuses on public and voter education and issue advocacy. The Government Affairs Director plays a critical role in translating our organizational priorities into effective, long-term, bipartisan support in the halls of the Montana Capitol and beyond.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIESLOBBYING & COALITION

LEADERSHIPDesign and lead the organizations public policy agenda, with current emphasis on state-level policy goalsServe as lead lobbyist during the biennial Montana Legislative Session, representing MCVs policy agenda in HelenaLead an established coalition of conservation lobbyists from different organizations and manage the publication of its weekly legislative voting guideOwn development and tracking of accountability metrics, including management of MCVs legislative scorecard to ensure elected officials are held responsible for their conservation voting recordsCultivate diverse coalitions, including non-traditional allies, industry executives, and other communities, to support direct lobbying effortsLead or support partners at advocacy events such as Lobby Days and rallies at the CapitolCollaborate with the Outreach & Advocacy Manager and Communications Manager to translate policy developments into meaningful, values-driven messaging and grassroots advocacy opportunitiesEnsure an equity lens is applied when evaluating and advocating for policy solutions to reflect the needs of all Montanans

CANDIDATE-TO-ELECTED OFFICIAL LIFECYCLE

MANAGEMENTDevelop and maintain strategic relationships with potential candidates across all parties to foster a pipeline of conservation championsDirect MCVs state-level endorsement process while maintaining steadfast commitment to our issues, transparency, and equityLead MCVs coordinated campaign work to elect pro-conservation candidates, maintaining strict adherence to internal compliance policiesOrganize candidate education programs to build candidates knowledge of core conservation and civic issues while helping them develop policy solutions and effectively demonstrate local impacts to their constituentsAct as the primary point of contact for seated elected officials, providing briefings and leading experts to support policy prioritiesOTHER RESPONSIBILITIESWith the Outreach & Advocacy Manager, design strategic educational and positive and negative accountability messages to disseminate publiclyCollaborate with the Development Director to communicate policy wins effectively to donors and foundationsCollaborate with the Executive Director to develop and implement annual Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and functional budgets for the organizationWork with the Operations Director to ensure timely and accurate financial records and required reporting of advocacy activitiesStrengthen MCVs leadership of the conservation movement in Montana through speaking engagements, relationship development, and board engagement

QUALIFICATIONS EXPERTISE

Extensive experience in policy advocacy, lobbying, or legislative affairs in Montana or a similar Western state

COMMUNICATION

Superior written and oral communication skills, persuasiveness, and the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders

ORGANIZATION

Highly organized self-starter capable of managing complex deliverables and tight deadlines

COMMITMENT

Passion for MCVs mission and a commitment to integrating equity and inclusivity into policy work

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary Range:

$60,000 to $80,000

Title:

MCV is committed to finding the right talent for this critical role. Final title (Government Affairs Manager or Government Affairs Director) and salary offer will be determined based on the candidates depth of legislative experience, leadership history, and professional qualifications demonstrated during the hiring process.

Benefits:

Full-time, exempt employees of MCV are eligible for health, dental, and optical insurance at 100% employee coverage and 50% coverage for qualified partners and dependents. A Simple IRA is available to qualified employees, and contributions are matched up to 3% of the employees gross salary. MCVs car rental service is available for required statewide travel.

TO APPLY

Complete your application through our platform on mtvoters.org/opportunities. First review of applications will begin on May 29, 2026, with the intention of filling the role in Summer 2026.Recruiting staff who better reflect Montana is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, geographies, and all other identities. recblid 3a6ao182rveqzk1sdx3q4xn49vmufy