Job Announcement: Advocacy Coordinator
The Adult Family Home Council’s (AFHC) mission is to improve the lives and well-being of vulnerable adults through the support of adult family homes (AFH). The Council is seeking a motivated and positive individual to join our team. AFHs are the fastest growing sector of long-term care. AFHs provide an individualized and intimate setting for care. These homes and the families that run them are a key reason Washington is recognized as a national leader in long-term care. There are more than 5,000 AFHs across Washington serving nearly 20,000 residents. This in a unique opportunity to help define how these critical and in demand services are delivered, regulated, and funded.
Position Description
This position will report directly to the Executive Director. Position may include:
- In collaboration with Executive Director and Board of Directors, coordinate the creation and execution of a policy platform and complementary legislative agendas and campaigns.
- Identify, analyze, and track key state Long-Term Care and Health Care policy issues and bills introduced during legislative sessions
- Recommend official organizational positions on proposed legislation, budgets, and regulatory proposals impacting AFH operations.
- Collaborate on draft bills; regulatory language; issues briefs; testimony; talking points; press statements; opinion editorials, action alerts, policy reports, and other advocacy materials, as needed.
- Organize and facilitate regular meetings/webinars with feedback from Council members.
- Establish relationships with public officials, policy makers, allied organizations, and coalition partners; attend appropriate partner and community meetings and events.
- Serve as a public policy spokesperson for internal and external audiences; represent AFHC at partner and community events, panels, coalitions, key workgroups, and trainings.
- Conduct presentations on the Council’s advocacy efforts, as requested.
- Organize and implement annual “Lobby Day” for Council members.
- Participate in collective bargaining process
- Oversee and update organizational Public Disclosure Commission paperwork requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Knowledge of Washington state legislative processes and procedures; lobbying practices, regulations, and ethics.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal elected officials and their staffs.
- Must have exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to create clear, concise, and convincing messages tailored to a wide range of audiences.
- Ability to analyze policy, translate complex information into understandable terms and communicate those positions to a politically diverse audience;
- Public speaking; including making presentations and providing trainings.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred Bachelor’s degree in public policy/administration, political science, government, or related field. Postgraduate degree beneficial. Experience may substitute for education.
- Preferred history of work in public policy/advocacy role and direct experience working with elected officials.
- Knowledge of Washington state long-term care and health care systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, use of bill tracking platforms, and social media methods of communication.
- Familiarity of grassroots advocacy methods.
- Experience researching and preparing policy statements, testimony, etc.
Will Also Require
- Background check
- Valid driver’s license
- Proof of vaccination against COVID-19
Compensation and Schedule
Compensation for this full-time position will range from $5834 to $9843 monthly depending on experience and qualifications. Competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, paid vacation and 401K with employer match after one year.
Schedule: This position is full-time, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm in Tumwater, Washington.
Interested Parties Should Submit
- Cover letter addressing your qualifications and interest in the position
- Resume
- Three professional references with contact information to:
John Ficker
Executive Director
Adult Family Home Council
3309 Capitol Blvd SW, Ste 1
Tumwater, WA 98501
Or via email at john@adultfamilyhomecouncil.org
Position will remain open until filled.
Please submit any questions in writing to either of the above addresses.
Not a Member Yet?
Membership fees enable the Council to cover legal expenses and fund staff to advocate with the state and regulatory agencies. The participation of every adult family home is vital to ensuring fair regulations and rates that accurately reflect the costs of caring for our vulnerable adults. Consider becoming a member of the Council to help us continue improving conditions for all adult family homes in Washington State.