The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is seeking a Legislative Affairs Analyst to support its legislative and advocacy efforts at the regional, state, and federal levels. Under the direction of the Senior Legislative Affairs Analyst and Department Manager, this position will analyze state legislative bills, draft reports and presentations for SCAG’s Legislative/Communications and Membership Committee (LCMC), and assist in the coordination of advocacy meetings and delegation visits to Sacramento and Washington, D.C. The Legislative Affairs Analyst will also assist in developing official SCAG correspondence, maintaining the legislative tracking report, and updating the departmental website. If you have strong analytical and communication skills and are passionate about legislative affairs and regional policy, we encourage you to apply!
The Legislation Department is comprised of three full-time staff, including this position, and is under the umbrella of the Government and Public Affairs Division. The Legislative Affairs Analyst supports the Legislation Department’s role in SCAG Strategic Plan priority number two to “Be a cohesive and influential voice for the region.”
WHO WE ARE
As a mission-driven organization, SCAG is committed to attracting and retaining talent who embody SCAG’s values. SCAG's workforce is passionate and committed to innovation that improves the quality of life for all Southern Californians. When you join SCAG, you can expect a culture where collaboration and teamwork is fostered.
As part of our Work@SCAG policy, employees are eligible for two work models: in-office and hybrid. Eligibility for these models will depend on the department, position, responsibilities, and duties, as determined by management. All work models require employees to be based within the SCAG region. This position is expected to follow the hybrid model and be in the office two (2) days per week.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
MISSION
To foster innovative regional solutions that improve the lives of Southern Californians through inclusive collaboration, visionary planning, regional advocacy, information sharing, and promoting best practices.
VISION
Southern California's Catalyst for a Brighter Future.
SCAG CORE VALUES
- Be Open: Be accessible, candid, collaborative and transparent in the work we do.
- Lead by Example: Commit to integrity and equity in working to meet the diverse needs of all people and communities in our region.
- Make an Impact: In all endeavors, effect positive and sustained outcomes that make our region thrive.
- Be Courageous: Have confidence that taking deliberate, bold and purposeful risks can yield new and valuable benefits.
- Cultivate Belonging: Embrace differences, foster equity, champion inclusion, and empower all.
- Identify and analyze state legislative bills and elevate identified legislation with recommendations to management.
- Draft written reports and prepare verbal presentations on the same for potential action at the Legislative/Communications and Membership Committee (LCMC).
- Manage a portfolio of monthly reports for the LCMC and RC.
- Maintain the legislative tracking report and update the legislation department's website with relevant information.
- Draft and respond to inquiries from regional, state, and federal stakeholders.
- Assist in the coordination of meetings and delegation visits in district offices, Sacramento, and Washington, D.C. by preparing materials and arranging meeting logistics.
- Assume "person in charge" duties for certain aspects of SCAG delegation visits with elected representatives.
- Draft official SCAG correspondences on behalf of the SCAG president, Executive Director, and/or LCMC Chair on a variety of topics, including invitations to SCAG events, support letters for member agencies’ applications for state and federal funding, and position letters on pending legislation on which SCAG has taken an official position.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required skills, knowledge, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Knowledge of state legislative and budgetary processes.
- Familiarity with regional, state, and federal political landscape.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill and convey complex information clearly and effectively.
- Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to ensure accuracy and quality in reports, communications, and project deliverables.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to effectively balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge of environmental, housing, and transportation policies and programs to written and verbal reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, member agencies, colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners.
- Experience in developing, reviewing, and refining reports and communications to ensure clarity, conciseness, and effectiveness.
Please note, this posting will remain open until March 26, 2025, with the first application review taking place on March 5, 2025. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply prior to that date. We anticipate interviews for this position will be held in five weeks.
