Research Analyst, Government Affairs - National Apartment Association

Salary: Details on request

Location: Arlington, VA.

Details:
Responsible for providing general program support for the entire State & Local Affairs team, including state legislative and issues research, state legislative tracking, assisting in advocacy execution and legal research.

Manage the content of the NAA Legislative Library and assist in the development of its information pieces.

Assist in translation of research results into accessible content for members.

Coordination of research and analysis with the Policy Mangers and assist in the dissemination of the information and inquires form members and affiliates.

Respond to basic member inquiries to supply information already developed.

Assist and facilitate member driven research through appropriate benchmarking and other research tools

Assist in the development and implementation of the NAA Annual Capitol Conference.

Assist with development and production of briefing and project materials.

This individual will also provide back up support for the Association’s Political Action Committee and Grassroots programs. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
• 1-2 years experience in government affairs, preferably in the housing industry.
• Advanced internet research skills. Familiarity with Lexis and state legislative tracking services preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to compose analytical documents preferred.
• Prior experience working with elected officials and their staff as well as membership organizations and third party coalitions a plus.
• Proficient knowledge in database management.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Familiarity with state legislative and regulatory processes preferred.
• General accounting experience a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in political science, political policy or related field.

Closing Date: 12 March 2010

To apply: Emails can be submitted to HR@naahq.org. Please include job title in the subject line of the email.

Website: www.naahq.org