Director of Government and Industry Affairs

Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association in Delaware, Ohio

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Government & Industry Affairs is responsible for the formulation of the legislative agenda, policy development and grassroots activities for the organization on a statewide basis, including the coordination of legislative and regulatory actions. This individual will also coordinate with Ohio’s national affiliate organizations (NCGA and NAWG) to engage on any pertinent federal legislation and regulatory actions for the Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Lead the overall legislative and advocacy initiatives of OCWGA
Gather policy opinions from members and inform the board of the grassroots opinion to
assist in setting policy
Communicate legislative and regulatory information to staff, boards and members to keep all
informed on a regular basis
Help Board of Directors analyze, formulate and implement legislative initiatives/strategies to
influence state/federal policy
Monitor legislation in the Ohio General Assembly and develop strategies to participate as
Engage with national affiliate organizations to monitor federal activities
Meet with special interest groups, members of the Ohio General Assembly/U.S. Congress,
their staff on behalf of OCWGA and prepare the board and staff to do the same
Serve as legislative liaison with other Ohio agricultural organizations and groups
Serve as the lead staff of the OCW PAC
Serve as an industry spokesperson
Act as the lead staff on water quality/sustainability initiatives
Oversee the various research projects on sustainability and assures results are distributed
and interpreted to checkoff investors

COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

Competitive Pay
Dynamic and fun work environment
Retirement Plan with options
Insurance Plan
Generous Paid Time Off

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, Legal, Business Administration or other related program of study
Minimum of three years of combined experience in a governmental affairs or lobbying leadership position
Background in agriculture preferred, but other experience considered

A cover letter, resume/vita, and primary set of references are required for consideration. Cover letter should address your specific interest in this position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Salary requirements should be included in this cover letter.

For more information, download the job position summary.

Resumes should be emailed by 7/8/16 to:

OCWGA Executive Director, Tadd Nicholson at tnicholson@ohiocornandwheat.org. or call 740-360-1228 with questions.

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