The Assistant Director of Legislative Advocacy has primary responsibility for coordinating APMA’s federal grassroots advocacy program, facilitating communications and relationship building between members of the APMA and Members of Congress. This position also provides staff support for the association’s Congressional lobbying activities, and for activities related to the APMAPAC when necessary. Also includes planning fundraising events for Members of Congress and representing the PAC and the profession among Members of Congress and at such events. Familiarity with and ability to articulate the APMA’s legislative positions and initiatives is essential.  This is a hybrid position which includes a combination of local remote work and working on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.  

• Plans, coordinates and attends fundraisers in Washington, DC and Congressional districts with APMA members
• Assists with organizing and attending fundraisers for federal candidates and for the APMAPAC
• Assists in coordinating, preparing and disseminating legislative alerts and informational materials to APMA members
• Maintains current legislative information on the APMA E-Advocacy website
• Reviews legislation introduced by Congress related to healthcare, analyzes and reports to director on impact to podiatric medicine
• Assists director in lobbying Congress on podiatric issues
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in political science or related field required
• Minimum 5 years of Hill or other commensurate government affairs experience
• Multidisciplinary grasp of public affairs, including government affairs, policy, advocacy, PR and issues management, and their associated synergies
• Organizational skills are essential
• Proficient computer skills (experience with Aristotle 360, iMIS or other relational databases a plus, and website software)
• Excellent communication skills are required
• Ability to work with others in a team environment and independently as necessary
• Ability to address and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently satisfying deadlines

 About APMA: founded in 1912, APMA is the national member organization for podiatrists. APMA is located in Rockville, MD, and has more than 12,000 members across the US and Puerto Rico. APMA is a family-friendly, team-oriented organization. We offer a competitive salary, 401(k) plan with employer match, paid leave, health/vision insurance, hybrid work environment, and more!  APMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.