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TITLE : Senior Counsel and Advisor to the Executive Director
ORGANIZATION : National Governors Association
LOCATION : Washington, DC (onsite)
DURATION : Full Time
POSITION STATUS : Exempt
COMPENSATION : A competitive compensation package will be made to the qualified candidate
REPORTS TO : Executive Director
ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND
Founded in 1908, the National Governors Association is the bipartisan organization of Governors from the 55 states, territories and commonwealths. NGA’s mission is to share best practices, address issues of national and state interest, and drive innovative solutions that improve state government and support the principles of federalism.
NGA’s Center for Best Practices is the policy and research arm that helps Governors develop and implement solutions to public policy challenges. NGA’s Government Relations group assists in ensuring the voice of Governors are heard in Congress, and the Executive Branch and NGA’s Communications team collaborates with Governors’ offices to amplify bipartisan messaging and strategy.
Throughout the year, NGA convenes Governors and senior advisors for meaningful discourse, problem-solving and thought leadership.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SENIOR COUNSEL AND ADVISOR TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The Senior Counsel and Advisor to the Executive Director will play a pivotal role within NGA, combining legal expertise with advisory responsibilities to support the Office of the Executive Director. This role will involve providing legal advice and guidance on nonprofit law, policy development, compliance and risk management. Additionally, this role will include tracking, analyzing, and advising on a wide range of organizational issues before the Office of the Executive Director. This dual role requires a seasoned attorney and executive-level advisory functions.
Other important responsibilities of the Senior Counsel to the Executive Director include:
Office of the Executive Director Duties and Responsibilities:
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should have a bachelors degree and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Five plus years of experience, preferably in a Governor’s office or equivalent C-level executive.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability to:
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should apply online through NGA’s career site. NGA uses Clear Company, and all information is kept strictly confidential. An application is considered when all required fields are completed. Please include:
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. NGA is committed to providing a productive and safe environment. To achieve that goal, we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment.
WORKING AT THE NATIONAL GOVERNORS ASSOCIATION
NGA staff proudly serve our nation’s Governors daily, and it’s our mission to ensure that we offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support the needs of NGA employees.
NGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/D/F/V) committed to fostering an energetic, collaborative, diverse and inclusive workforce. We promote diversity and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, or any other legally protected factor. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Full Time
$195k-243k (estimate)
06/02/2024
06/15/2024
nga.org
WASHINGTON, DC
25 - 50
1908
SCOTT PATTISON
$10M - $50M
Professional Associations
The National Governors Association (NGA)the bipartisan organization of the nation's governorspromotes visionary state leadership, shares best practices and speaks with a collective voice on national policy. Founded in 1908, the National Governors Association (NGA) is the collective voice of the nations governors and one of Washington, D.C.'s most respected public policy organizations. Its members are the governors of the 55 states, territories and commonwealths. NGA provides governors and their senior staff members with services that range from representing states on Capitol Hill and before th ...
e Administration on key federal issues to developing and implementing innovative solutions to public policy challenges through the NGA Center for Best Practices. NGA also provides management and technical assistance to both new and incumbent governors.
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