Springfield, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$70k–$99k/yr
The Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) is seeking applicants for a full-time director in the Governmental Relations Department at IASB’s Springfield office. This position reports to the Associate Executive Dire…
Skills: Statewide Advocacy Strategy, Relationship Management, Legislative Process, Lobbying, Public Education Knowledge
Springfield, Illinois, United States • Hybrid
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The Director coordinates the Association's statewide advocacy strategy and fosters relationships with the Illinois General Assembly and school board members. They act as a liaison to regulatory agencies and communicate member positions to state and federal legislative bodies.
Requires a graduate or undergraduate degree in Political Science, Communications, or a related field with a broad understanding of the US and Illinois legislative processes. Previous experience as a lobbyist or legislative staff person is preferred.
The Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) is seeking applicants for a full-time director in the Governmental Relations Department at IASB’s Springfield office. This position reports to the Associate Executive Director, Governmental Relations.
Position Summary: The Director of Governmental Relations is responsible for the coordination and implementation of the Association’s statewide advocacy strategy; develops and fosters positive relationships with members of the Illinois General Assembly, school board members, and administrators; acts in concert with the Governmental Relations team as a liaison to the Illinois State Board of Education; provides support to the IASB Resolutions Committee; communicates Association member positions, concerns, and potential solutions to the Illinois General Assembly, U.S. Congress, and state and federal regulatory agencies; encourages and facilitates school board involvement in all aspects of the legislative process; provides necessary information to give full understanding of proposed legislation and its impact on local school boards, and provides staff support for Association programs and activities as directed.
Education and or Experience Requirements: The Director of Governmental Relations position requires a graduate or undergraduate degree in Political Science, Communications, or related field; and broad understanding of the legislative process in Illinois and the United States Congress. Previous experience working as a lobbyist, legislative staff person, or other position related to legislative or political involvement is preferred. Knowledge of the Illinois public education system is desirable.
The employee must have a valid Illinois drivers’ license and a vehicle; mileage and reasonable travel reimbursement will be provided.
This position requires the employee to be able to lift, move, and safely handle boxes and materials up to 25 pounds; repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; and to be able to see, hear, and speak as necessary to perform the functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the position.
IASB staff are committed to a workplace that honors and promotes a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment; respectfully recognizes individual expertise, contributions, and fosters growth; and has open and deliberate collaboration and communication across all departments and offices.
The position offers an annual salary of $70,000 – $99,000, with a generous benefits package that includes holidays, vacation and sick time, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and retirement benefits. The position will be Hybrid Work eligible.
Lighting the way to excellence in local school board governance supporting quality public education
The Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) is a voluntary organization of local boards of education dedicated to strengthening the public schools through local citizen control. Although not a part of state government, IASB is organized by member school boards as a private not-for-profit corporation under authority granted by Article 23 of The Illinois School Code. Since its inception in 1913, IASB has a long and proud tradition of serving public school leaders. Today, 99 percent of Illinois public school districts are members of the Association. Service to these districts and nearly 6,000 elected school board members is what IASB is all about. The vision of the Illinois Association of School Boards is excellence in local school board governance supporting quality public education. The mission of the Illinois Association of School Boards is to Light the Way for its members by developing their competence and confidence through a robust toolkit designed to build excellence in local school board governance, including: - Premier training experiences; - Networking opportunities for mutual support; - Valuable benefits, pooled services, information, and expertise; - Advocacy on behalf of public education; and - A platform for a strong collective voice on common interests and concerns. The Illinois Association of School Boards is a federation member of the National School Boards Association.
Offices: 2921 Baker Drive, Springfield, Illinois 62703, US · 1 East 22nd Street, Suite 20, Lombard, Illinois 60148, US
Lighting the way to excellence in local school board governance supporting quality public education
The Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) is a voluntary organization of local boards of education dedicated to strengthening the public schools through local citizen control. Although not a part of state government, IASB is organized by member school boards as a private not-for-profit corporation under authority granted by Article 23 of The Illinois School Code. Since its inception in 1913, IASB has a long and proud tradition of serving public school leaders. Today, 99 percent of Illinois public school districts are members of the Association. Service to these districts and nearly 6,000 elected school board members is what IASB is all about. The vision of the Illinois Association of School Boards is excellence in local school board governance supporting quality public education. The mission of the Illinois Association of School Boards is to Light the Way for its members by developing their competence and confidence through a robust toolkit designed to build excellence in local school board governance, including: - Premier training experiences; - Networking opportunities for mutual support; - Valuable benefits, pooled services, information, and expertise; - Advocacy on behalf of public education; and - A platform for a strong collective voice on common interests and concerns. The Illinois Association of School Boards is a federation member of the National School Boards Association.
Offices: 2921 Baker Drive, Springfield, Illinois 62703, US · 1 East 22nd Street, Suite 20, Lombard, Illinois 60148, US
