State Relations Advocate by ACWA Aug 6, 2024 Job Location Sacramento, CA Application Deadline Open until filled How to Apply Apply online The Association of California Water Agencies is seeking qualified candidates for the position of State Relations Advocate Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by the close of business on September 6, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. The new State Relations Advocate will join a team of professionals who work in a collaborative environment with respected water leaders across the state to develop and advance critical water management policy priorities on behalf of California’s public agricultural and urban water agencies and water users. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and proactive individual to gain a wealth of experience in California water policy and advocacy by being an integral part of ACWA’s State Relations Department. ACWA is the largest statewide association of public water agencies in the nation with over 470 members. Since its inception in 1910, ACWA has served as a leader in California water policy, advancing comprehensive statewide strategies to meet the state’s future water needs, and a respected voice for its members in both Sacramento and Washington, D.C. ACWA is headquartered in the heart of Sacramento, just a few blocks from the State Capitol. ACWA’s member agencies are responsible for 90% of the water delivered to California communities, farms, and businesses. Together, members play an active role in managing the state’s water resources and creating progress in groundwater management, safe drinking water, water use efficiency, water recycling and desalination. The Ideal Candidate: ACWA is seeking a strong communicator who is skilled at building strategic relationships, enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues, and demonstrates initiative in a challenging and rewarding environment. Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and, at a minimum, one year of advocacy or advanced policy experience. Position Summary: The State Relations Advocate is a full-time, exempt position. Under general direction, this position collaborates with member agencies to interpret and understand the impacts of legislative and regulatory policies or proposals and advocates on behalf of members to policymakers; provides advocacy-related technical assistance in support of ACWA’s positions; acts as liaison to ACWA policy committees and working groups; and collaborates with other ACWA teams to advance ACWA’s advocacy through member communication and policy programming for events. Positions may be assigned to both legislative and regulatory issues and perform duties impacting both. Salary Range: State Relations Advocate I: $98,611 to $128,195/year State Relations Advocate II: $108,719 to $141,335/year Filing Instructions: To be considered for this exciting career opportunity, please upload your updated cover letter and resume. Applicants must also include a 1–2 page writing sample; the topic does not need to be related to the position. Please also include email addresses for three work-related references (who will not be contacted until after an interview takes place). Applicants who do not include all of the required documents may not be considered. For a full job description and to apply click HERE. Questions: If you have any questions regarding this position, please feel free to contact ACWA Human Resources at Janeo@acwa.com or (916)441-4545.
