Legislative Liaison - Michigan

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country’s greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common-sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way.

Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country’s greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common-sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way.

You want to bring people together to solve problems and get lawmakers to make long-term, sustainable public policy changes that will improve the lives of all Michiganders by tearing down government-erected barriers to economic prosperity.

You appreciate how grassroots advocacy and principled elected officials can drive meaningful policy reform… and you understand the power and importance of leveraging grassroots citizens in the policymaking process.

You are an experienced communicator with strong writing skills who enjoys driving a narrative, leveraging your creativity to secure earned media opportunities, and identifying key inflection points around which to build out activities.

This role will provide ongoing policy, government affairs and communications support to AFP-Michigan staff, particularly on engagement with state policymakers, coalition partners, local government officials, volunteers and activists on policy and legislative activities in the Michigan legislature. This includes identifying policy opportunities and threats, strategy and planning for legislation, regulatory change and related activities in collaboration with the AFP national policy team to include research and analysis of current law and proposed state legislation.

A strong candidate will have existing knowledge of policy, process and personnel in the Michigan State House and State Senate. The candidate should have a commitment to the principles of the organization; specifically, a firm commitment to transforming lives through the advancement of principles and policies that ensure every individual's right to economic freedom and opportunity based on free-market principles.

## How You Will Contribute

• Serve as the primary liaison between AFP-MI and members of the State House and State Senate, coalition partners, activists on political, policy and legislative activities
• Monitor, research and analyze state legislative and regulatory trends in collaboration with AFP Policy team that impact our policy areas. Track pending legislation and mitigate as needed
• Work closely with state director, deputy director, and AFP Policy team in the development and analysis of information for advocacy documents, issue summaries, presentations, testimony, etc.
• Build relationships with local government officials, business owners, and other strategic partners to further coalition strength in the statehouse
• Compile answers to inquiries from field staff and assist and coordinate with their efforts in the field

## What You Will Bring

• Minimum of three years professional experience working in a related field (i.e. policy analysis, statehouse position, etc.)
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Experience drafting op-eds, news releases, etc.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a fast-paced environment
• Integrity, humility, and an entrepreneurial attitude
• A positive attitude and an earnest interest in providing good customer service to our field team members, partners, and activists by ensuring that the appropriate resource support services are available and ready for all engagement activity.

## What We Offer

• Competitive benefits:Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
• A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,400 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
• Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
• Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

We believe that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color, race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Our Values:Working for an organization within the Stand Together philanthropic community is different from many other places. The culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.

We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success.  That is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.