Job Number:
HC-04405
Date Posted:
April 3, 2026
Position Title:
Associate Director, Government Affairs
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
EveryTown for Gun Safety
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC | New York, NY
Contact:
Salary:
$95,000.00 to $110,000.00 Annually
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Associate Director of Government Affairs to join our team.Lead state and local campaigns in 3–4 states, with autonomy to develop and execute strategic and tactical plans, in collaboration with manager and Senior Staff.Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
Responsibilities:
• Lead state and local campaigns in 3–4 states, with autonomy to develop and execute strategic and tactical plans, in collaboration with manager and Senior Staff.
• Manage execution of federal campaign strategies in states with federal targets, coordinating with regional pods and facilitating stakeholder engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships with key municipalities in each state, recruiting them into Mayors Against Illegal Guns where appropriate, and deploying resources to advance local, non-legislative gun violence prevention efforts.
• Cultivate partnerships with stakeholders at the state and local levels—including partner organizations, law enforcement, elected officials, coalitions, networks, and influencers—to build grassroots and grasstops capacity.
• Develop deep expertise in firearm policy to effectively advance or defeat proposed policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of each state’s legislative agenda and political environment, with a focus on advancing gun violence prevention legislation and related interventions.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in government affairs, legislative work, or advocacy, with experience in both state and federal policy arenas.
• Strong knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes at both state and federal levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to craft persuasive messages and briefing materials.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
Instructions:
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Other:
Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
