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Minnesota Multi Housing Association

https://www.mmha.com/
Trade association for owners, managers, and developers of rental housing

Director of Public Policy

Description

 

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC POLICY

 

Summary
The Minnesota Multi Housing Association (MHA) is seeking a Director of Public Policy. This position will advance and support the association’s legislative, municipal, and regulatory activities in accordance with MHA policies, promote MHA’s government relations program and mission to members, and represent MHA before lawmakers and government officials. The Director of Public Policy will work in partnership with the Director of Government Relations and will report to the Vice President of Government Affairs.

 

Responsibilities

  • Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with elected officials, staff, and other government officials.
  • Provide counsel to association committees, officers, and President on legislative, regulatory, and municipal matters.
  • Monitor and review proposed regulations impacting the multifamily housing industry.
  • Communicate MHA’s position to lawmakers and other public officials.
  • Participate in committee hearings by testifying on behalf of the association, drafting and editing position papers, and coordinating member participation.
  • Prepare, maintain, and communicate MHA’s legislative agenda.
  • Facilitate cooperative government relations and public affairs efforts with non-profit organizations and other associations.
  • Proactively seek member involvement in MHA’s government relations program.
  • Regularly communicate status updates to MHA members on legislative, municipal, and regulatory activities.
  • Serve as public spokesperson for MHA when requested by association leadership.
  • Coordinate Multi Housing PAC fundraising and reporting to members.
  • File lobbying and PAC reports as required.
  • Advise and assist members as necessary.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

  • Previous government relations experience, legislative or municipal experience, or a demonstrated knowledge of the legislative process.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Law degree a plus. Direct and relevant experience may be substituted for education requirements.
  • Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with legislators and staff, and MHA leadership and members.
  • Interest in representing owners, managers, and developers of multifamily housing.
  • Ability to evaluate complex issues and recommend appropriate action to further the objectives of MHA and take action as directed.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to use information and discussion to cooperative with and influence elected officials.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms.
  • Ability to manage detail-oriented, time-sensitive tasks under pressure.
  • Ability to work independently and in a strong team environment.
     

To Apply

Please email a resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to MHA Vice President of Government Affairs Todd Liljenquist (todd.liljenquist@mmha.com).

 





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