National Intergovernmental Affairs Director

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Analyzes and develops strategic campaigns to achieve the Nation’s national legislative and policy objectives based on input from lobbyists and coalitions, other YSMN Tribal government departments, and the Nation’s broader economic enterprises. Diligently monitors the legislative and regulatory landscape. Reviews literature, legal decisions, and proposed/enacted local legislation to determine impact on the Nation and make strategy recommendations to Chief Intergovernmental Affairs Officer and other senior leaders.
• 2. Develops and implements legislative and policy priorities and agenda at the national level, including policies related to Indian Affairs issues and national gaming interests. Activities may include identifying political priorities, white papers, legislative and regulatory analysis, advocacy, education and communication with appropriate agencies and branches of government to further the Nation’s objectives.
• 3. Identifies and executes on opportunities to enhance and maintain the Nation’s profile and impact at the highest levels of national government, including developing and leveraging relationships with key elected and agency officials to advance the issues and positions important to the Nation.
• 4. Represents Tribal participation at national hearings, agency meetings, political fundraisers, legislative meetings, political association conferences, and coalition meetings. Builds and leads coalitions and coordinates lobbying efforts within issue‑coalitions and other political associations with which the Nation may align.
• 5. Broadens and deepens relations at the national level to build support for YSMN and other local Native American Tribes in the gaming and hospitality industry, establishes political connections, and executes on specific policy priorities. Develops and enhances strong working relationships with other national Native American Tribes and their national level government affairs representatives.
• 6. Prepares written recommendations for political contributions and political action in accordance with the Nation’s strategic initiatives and in full compliance with applicable national campaign finance laws, rules and regulations.
• 7. Institutes regular and comprehensive communications for the Tribal Council, Governing Council, CEO, Chief Intergovernmental Affairs Officer, or VP of Intergovernmental Affairs regarding legislative activity, policy developments, and other issues relevant to the Nation’s overall agenda.
• 8. Works with consulting teams to identify and educate potential candidates for office who would be favorable to YSMN issues.
• 9. Directs and manages activities of national lobbyists and other consultants and resources.
• 10. Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Relations, Law/Governmental Affairs, or similar field is required. Master’s degree is preferred. Minimum of eight (8) years prior work experience in government relations, policy, government affairs, law, or relevant experience required. National legislation and policy experience related to Indian affairs issues is required. National travel is required as needed to represent the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation in support of federal legislative, regulatory, and policy initiatives, and to develop, strengthen, and sustain strategic relationships with elected officials, governmental agencies, and other key stakeholders.

Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

Must have strong policy background with the…