Government Relations Associate

Government Relations Associate

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists is seeking a government relations associate to join the Government Relations Department. This position involves working collaboratively in a highly professional office environment and will ensure the quality and accuracy of government relations activities for ASRT. Other duties include interacting with members and non-members. This role requires advanced communication and interpersonal skills, as well as leadership, problem solving and project skills.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and maintain project tracking system to assist the Government Relations Department to align organizational policy priorities with legislative and regulatory responses.
• Under the direction of the director of government relations and public policy, coordinate the editing/posting/updates of GR information on the ASRT website and other formats as applicable.
• Act as liaison to facilitate internal department requests, including research requests, marketing materials, and printing/shipping needs.
• In coordination with government relations coordinator, tracks, monitors and analyzes pending legislation and regulations with the use of the ASRT's legislative tracking system and other sources.
• Research appropriate vendors based on departmental needs. Facilitate demonstrations and maintain final schedule of the contract to ensure renewals are completed in a timely manner.

Successful Candidates Meet the Following Criteria:

• College up to a bachelor's degree. May accept experience in lieu of degree.
• Advanced organizational abilities and strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of government relations, legislation, regulation and public policy.
• Knowledge of project management practices.
• Ability to build rapport, influence and utilize diplomacy and tact.

Benefits:

• 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft protection for employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match
• Vacation, sick time and holiday pay
• Community volunteer paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunity for professional development