Job Overview

Essential Functions (defines the critical end results expected of the jobholder related to the accountabilities above)

1. Identify and cultivate champions for microbiology among policymakers and grow ASM’s presence as a thought leader on policy issues related to the microbial sciences.

2. Manage PPA relationships with fellow stakeholder organizations, key federal agencies, and members of Congress.

3. Maintain a high level of awareness on developments in key policy and legislative areas.

4. Oversee and manage responses to legislation and regulations that require new considerations related to ASM’s positioning on an issue.

5. Develops and implements ASM's policymaker outreach strategy in coordination with the Director of Federal Affairs.

6. Serve in a staff management role within Federal Affairs.

7. In conjunction with members of the Public and Scientific Affairs Committee as well as other members of the ASM public policy and advocacy team, determine legislative priorities for ASM advocacy efforts.

8. This position description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this job. Incumbents are required to perform other functions as assigned.

Technical Competencies (are applied or practical knowledge and skills needed for effective technical performance)

1. Analytics – Collects, analyzes, and structures information, provides insight and advice; gather and analyze reliable, relevant, and verifiable information, test hypotheses, and draw conclusions.

2. Project Management Skills – Plans, initiates, executes, controls, and closes projects. Tracks and manages resources, timeliness, costs, deliverables, and performance, and implements contingency plans, if necessary, to ensure projects are successfully completed.

3. Planning and Organizing Skills – The ability to organize, prioritize, and, where applicable, delegate work activities to efficiently accomplish tasks and meet objectives.

4. Presentation & Written Communication Skills ­– either “one-on-one" or within a group setting, employing the use of various media to share ideas, convey information, and obtain necessary inputs in a clear and concise manner.

5. Domain Knowledge – Demonstrates professional/technical knowledge, skills, and expertise within functional areas. Stays current on best practices and the ability to apply that knowledge and/or skill in a variety of work situations.

Behavioral Competencies (are observable behaviors and skills that matter most for success)

1. Instills Trust (Respect/Honor) – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
2. Self-Development – Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
3. Drives Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
4. Optimizes Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
5. Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
6. Values Differences – Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
7. Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
8. Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
9. Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
10. Build Effective Teams - Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
11. Business Insight - Applying knowledge of the industry and the marketplace to advance the organization's mission.

Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role and may sit or use PC for long periods of time. Bending, reaching, or stooping may be necessary for use of filing cabinets or other office cabinets or office machines. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

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