Policy and Legislative Affairs Analyst (Project Management)

The League of California Cities is looking to fill two openings for a talented and professional Policy and Legislative Affairs Analyst. This position provides complex administrative, analytical, and professional support in day-to-day operations of assigned program, department, policy committee and/or legislative activities.

Some of the essential duties include:
· Provides assistance to assigned lobbyists with a variety of legislative, association, and grassroots lobbying activities; drafts legislative position letters and sample letters for member cities; distributes letters as delegated; drafts emails to stakeholders on behalf of lobbyists; edits and proofreads materials.
· Performs a variety of research and analysis on the effects of legislative proposals; tracks bills and legislation, identifies the impact on cities, and creates a detailed written analysis for Cal Cities lobbyists and policy committees; creates, distributes, and analyzes surveys to members; tracks trending news stories and topics for assigned issues.
· Participates in legislative meetings and telephone/conference calls on behalf of lobbyists as needed; testifies in legislative committees on behalf of lobbyists as assigned; speaks and coordinates with Capitol staff regarding legislation and legislative meetings.
· Responds to legislative and related inquiries from city officials, Cal Cities regional representatives, interested parties, and staff members from the state legislature and executive branch.
· Identifies and recommends potential conference panel speakers for educational conferences; attends conferences and network with members regularly; provides support for department and other educational webinars, such as creating PowerPoint slide decks; provides assistance at Cal Cities' annual conference where needed.
· Provides administrative and professional support to assigned policy committee(s), including writing policy committee analyses and highlights; prepares agendas, handouts and supporting materials for distribution at committee meetings; records and prepares committee highlights.
· Performs a variety of administrative support functions in support of Cal Cities' legislative priorities; maintains website content for areas of responsibility; maintains listservs; participates in writing, editing and compiling information for Cal Cities' legislative briefing book.
· Develops, recruits and staffs Cal Cities task forces.
· Stays informed of major issues and legislation in assigned areas; prepares articles for publication.
· Performs other duties as assigned.

Legislative Affairs Department
The Legislative Affairs department is fundamental to the Cal Cities mission to protect local control. Supporting the development of policy and advocating cities interests, the department serves a vital link in the exchange of information between city officials and the Legislature, Governor, state agencies and various interest groups. The department works to shape issues that are important to cities operating from the belief that advocacy and policy development are most effective through coalition building and collaboration.

Cal Cities
Headquartered in downtown Sacramento, since 1898 the League of California Cities has been an active partner in local government. Cal Cities mission is to expand and protect local control for cities through education and advocacy to enhance the quality of life for all Californians. Reflecting the diversity of California, each Cal Cities employee is a vital partner in the organization's mission and success.

Cal Cities Culture
Cal Cities is dedicated to creating a collaborative and inclusive environment where passionate professionals can thrive. We're looking for candidates who are focused, driven, and above all else, seeking deeper meaning in their work. If you also have a passion for public service, local government, advancing equity, and working with dynamic, talented teammates, this just might be the right place for you.

Work Schedule & Office Location
Cal Cities' normal work week is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. However, the position does require early morning, evening and weekend hours as dictated by responsibilities, workload, and legislative process. Overnight and multi-night travel as needed.

Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Depending on qualifications. Formal salary range is $62,800 - $103,700. A qualified candidate will most likely fall in the $77,760 - $82,080 range.
Retirement: California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% at 60 for classic CalPERS members; 2% at 62 for new CalPERS members.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may defer compensation through Cal Cities Mission Square defined contribution plan.
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance: Employees participate in an optional benefit program that includes dental insurance, vision insurance and medical coverage selected from three HMO and two PPO plans.
Life Insurance: Employer-paid $50,000 life insurance coverage for employees. Supplemental employee-paid coverage is available.
Other Benefits: Under employer's optional benefit program, employees may use a portion of their salaries on a pre-tax basis to cover childcare and/or certain health care expenses.
Vacation: Two weeks annually; three weeks after five years of service.
Holidays: Employees receive twelve paid holidays annually.
Sick Leave: Employees earn twelve days annually.