RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with VP of Corporate Affairs + ESG to develop an annual public affairs strategy for AAA WA in support of the club’s mission, vision and business goals.

• Position AAA Washington’s thought leadership position in WA among stakeholder groups, legislators, media , members and in the community.

• Lead AAA’s public affairs and advocacy work, monitor legislation , prepare and deliver testimony and meet with legislators.

• Manage and administer all public affairs programs and work with partners across the club to deliver measurable results.

• Partner with AAA WA external lobbyist to ensure progress on identified goals.

• Lead communication s efforts for all public affairs initiatives including internal com ms , press releases, social posts, member updates , etc.

• Develop the AAA WA member advocacy program to engage members on key issues. Includes annual advocacy update for members and stakeholders.

• Serve s as a company spokesperson on public affairs issues with local media as well as elected officials.

• Develop quarterly public affairs updates for AAA WA leadership and the Board of Trustees .

• Collaborate with business-line leaders on various public affairs issues relevant to their business. Develop Executive Summaries to brief leaders on key issues to consider.

• Ensure alignment with AAA Inc. policies and serve as point of contact for National.

• Develop strategic partnerships that further public affairs issues.

• Keep abreast of trends , tools, tactics to measure traction with public awareness campaigns .

• Create and manage public affairs budget.

• Embeds diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging into all aspects of work.

• Supports the VP of Corporate Affairs + ESG on other projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An experienced communicator rooted in public policy, community organization, media and communications, and advocacy strategy development and implementation .

• Curious, forward-thinking puzzle solver that thrives on collaboration, clarity of purpose, authenticity and positivity.

• Excellent organizational and program/project management skills.

• Ability to be flexible with changing needs, quickly and successful onboard onto developing topics and handle multiple projects in an organized, timely manner.

• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills.

• Skill in cultivating strong relationships with members inside and outside the organization while modeling a high standard of quality and commitment to serving the public.

• Ability to analyze complex program information, evaluate alternative solutions and recommend or adopt effective courses of action.

• A strong understanding of both traditional media and emerging trends in data, analytics, and social media influence

• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

Experience and Education

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in communications , public polic y, public administration, journalism, law, political science or related field required.

• 10 + years progressive experience in public affairs, government affairs or related work required .

• S pokesperson experience required.

• Valid Washington State driver’s license required .

• Relevant e xperience with traffic safety and /or zero emission vehicles preferred.

• Experience with member-based organizations a plus.