Legislative Liaison

Legislative Liaison Nashville, TN Job Details Full-time $7,458 a month 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Legislative analysis Public Relations Record keeping Computer operation Stakeholder engagement Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Bachelor's degree in communications Government policy analysis 5 years Computer literacy Bachelor's degree in public relations Collaborating with government agencies Driver's License Bachelor's degree Driving Legislation Organizational skills Bachelor's degree in political science Communications Public affairs policy advocacy Senior level Communication skills Negotiation Stakeholder relationship building Time management Stakeholder management

Political Science Full Job Description Legislative Liaison THDA Division:

Executive Number of Openings:

1

Salary Grade:

P Monthly Salary Range:

$7,458 minimum

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026 AT 11

59PM This position requires you to live within a 200-mile radius of our Nashville, TN office. A fter training is completed, your in-office time is at least once per week, and upon Management request. Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change due to changes in our business processes or other business-related reasons.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for representing the organization's position on issues with legislative partners. Responsible for monitoring and evaluating legislative, regulatory and legal action at the federal, state and local levels that may have an impact on the organization or its customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Serves as the main contact between state legislators, members of congress and the organization, representing THDA's position on legislative matters. Exercises independent judgment on significant issues pertaining to organization interests. Engages with legislators and other stakeholders to promote the organization's priorities and interests at state and federal levels. Develops and maintains relationships with elected officials and staff at state and federal levels. Develops relationships with and works with industry partners in support of affordable housing issues. Travels to Washington, D.C. to establish and maintain legislative relationships with members of congress and staff. Anticipates and monitors legislative or regulatory proposals with the potential to impact THDA or its industry partners; provides regular updates and make recommendations to the Executive Director. Analyze legislative proposals and provide input on potential impacts on the organization's policies and operations. Provides technical assistance to government officials in the development of legislative and regulatory proposals concerning matters that relate to THDA and its partners. Reports outcomes of legislative bills, regulatory, and legal actions at both the state and federal level to the appropriate leadership, including but not limited to the Executive Director and the Chief of Staff. Serves as the principal liaison with the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) and National Housing Conference (NHC) on federal legislation. Serve as an ex officio member of the Tennessee Affordable Housing Coalition's board of directors. Attends legislative committee meetings and keeps records on legislative actions. Develops plans, leads and monitors execution of THDA sponsored legislative efforts at state and federal levels. Handles and keeps records of all legislative inquiries and coordination with affected Division/Program Director and/or Legal to determine appropriate response to the constituent; provides status updates to public officials and staff. Performs advance work for the Executive Director and others for special appearances and hearings at legislative committee meetings. Develops productive working relationships within the Agency. May represent THDA at various legislative related functions at the Executive Director's request.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in political science, communications or public relations, or related field required. Five (5) years experience in government affairs required. The above qualifications express the minimum standards of education and/or experience for this position. Other combinations of education and experience, if evaluated as equivalent, may be taken into consideration.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies:

Internet research skills. Listening, presentation, and negotiation skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Maintains credibility through sincerity, honesty, and discretion. Builds and maintains positive relationships with internal and external constituents. Strong organizational skills. Strong time management skills; uses time effectively; consistently meets deadlines. Documents regularly, thoroughly and accurately. High level of detail and accuracy. Exercises good and consistently fair judgment, courtesy, and tact in dealing with the staff and public in giving and obtaining information. Computer literate; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the internet.

Special Demands:

The special demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a staff member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Current, valid driver's license from domicile state and the ability to drive. Extensive day travel with occasional overnight stays. Occasional out of state travel.

BENEFITS

: THDA offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options; disability insurance; retirement plans; flexible benefit pre-tax accounts for medical, dependent care, transportation, and parking; annual leave and sick leave that begin accruing after the first month of employment; and 11 paid holidays per year.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETE AND RESUME ATTACHED FOR

CONSIDERATION