ICBA GOVERNMENT RELATIONS VICE PRESIDENT, CONGRESSIONAL RELATIONS

TheVice President Congressional Relationsis responsible foradvocatingICBAs legislative policy positions before the Congress (both House and Senate) financial regulatory agencies and theExecutiveBranch. This role alsoassistsand informs ICBA members on congressional activities and with policymaker include communicatingassociation policies to members other financial groups and the position is open to applicants in the Washington DC Youll DoMaintain continuous contact with members of Congress their personal officestaffand key committee grassroots/grass tops lobbying efforts to motivate members and influence PAC events both in-town and members visitingCongressional offices and negotiate bill language and/or and report on Congressional hearings and legislative with association members to formulate association developing strategies for lobbying Congress in coordination with legislative and regulatory drafting congressional testimony letters position papers regulatory comments and thoroughly prepare associationmemberstestifying before Congress and regulatory for attend and report on association committee meetings and other a timely mannertobankerand press andmaintainrelationshipwith other lobbyists tradeassociationsand with state banking associations on Federal legislationRepresent association at industry conferences coalitionmeetingsand other gatheringsAreas of legislative responsibility:Monitor and influence legislative and regulatory developments in assigned legislation in assigned areas for impact upon community banks and their members of the congressional and regulatory teams on priority lobbying You BringMinimumBA degree: law or public policy degree preferredMinimum seven (7) years of related government relations or trade association experience including working knowledge of banking and financial services issues; Congressional experience preferredStrong writtenanalyticaland oral communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills including the ability tointerface well withmembers of Congress Hill staff member bankers and ICBA staff colleaguesAble to work well both independently and as a member of a teamAbilityfor travel 10%We recognize that candidates may not meet every qualification listed. If your background and experience are close to what were seeking we encourage you to of Working at ICBAGenerous and competitive benefits package401(k) savings plan offering 100% employer match of up to 6% of annual work environment monthly work from home stipends and flexible work hoursFitness discounts telemedicine on-demand therapy and work-life balance toolsTuition reimbursement and allowances for professional developmentFrequent company social eventsFriendly and inclusive workplace cultureThe target annual salary range for this role is currently $based on a regular full-time schedule. The amount of compensation offered will be determined by several factors including but not limited to experience qualifications location market data and internal equity. ICBA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. ICBA does not discriminate on the basis of race ethnicity religion sex color national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression mental or physical disability genetic information veteran status or on any other basis prohibited by applicable Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)s guiding mission is to create and promote environments where community banks flourish. We are: Dedicated advocates providing community bankers policymakers and the public with authoritative insights and resources to support and strengthen community banking. Knowledgeable applying their expertise to offer personalized service that addresses the distinct challenges and opportunities facing community banks. Community-centered driving meaningful change that strengthens community banks and the communities they serve. We turn commitment into action and deliver real workplace culture is built on our core values: Caring -We support and prioritize your well-being and professional growth. Connected - We foster strong relationships that create meaningful impact. Collaboration We are team-oriented and results driven where diverse perspectives are valued and innovative ideas are encouraged to achieve our common ICBA and further your career while making a lasting impact