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Deputy Director of Policy & Government Affairs Jobs in Lake Oswego, OR at Home Building Association of Greater Portland
Title: Deputy Director of Policy & Government Affairs
Company: Home Building Association of Greater Portland
Location: Lake Oswego, OR
Position Title: Deputy Director of Policy & Government Affairs
Organization: Home Building Association of Greater Portland
Status: Full-time, Salaried, Exempt position
Reports to: Director of Public Policy and Government Affairs
Salary: $80,000 – $90,000, commensurate with experience
Benefits: HBA offers a 401(k) with employer match, a medical, dental, and vision insurance package, long-term and short-term disability, and other benefits to qualified employees.
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Summary of Position: This role works with HBA’s Director of Government Affairs to manage the political and public policy environment affecting the local homebuilding industry. The Deputy Director actively lobbies for member priorities to support robust housing construction across the Portland Metro region through communications outreach, policy analysis, political advocacy, and member engagement.
Performs tasks necessary to improve the regulatory and political environment for housing, including staffing HBA’s Government Affairs Committee (GAC), Portland Building and Urban Development Council (PBUD), and supporting PAC organizing and fundraising efforts. This position will work primarily at the local level, representing HBA in six counties, 40 cities, and at Metro. Occasional support for state and federal lobbying required, as needed.
Overview of Responsibilities:
- Develop consistent and regular relationships with local elected leaders and key government staff to proactively influence land use, development, and housing regulations.
- Work to engage members and other stakeholders to expand and strengthen HBA’s voice and influence on housing construction, affordability, and related issues.
- Track priority city and county meetings/issues and monitor for appropriate HBA staff and member involvement.
- Help communicate HBA positions on housing issues before Planning Commissions, City Councils, County Commissions and other elected bodies.
- Support HBA’s engagement in broader business coalition work, including with local chambers and other advocacy organizations.
- Work with communications and administrative teams to ensure HBA’s housing work and priorities are communicated to members and to key public stakeholder groups.
- Staff HBA’s Committee-guided PAC fundraising and candidate endorsement efforts.
Qualifications:
- Understanding of local government structure and policy process in our region.
- Knowledge of housing and development practices, and how housing is impacted by the government.
- Ability to communicate effectively via public presentations and written means.
- Capable of analyzing issues through research, dialogue, or other means while leveraging member experts to enhance our policy work.
- Able to support and advocate for the goals, policies, and values of our association on housing issues.
Experience/Education Requirements: Four-year college degree in political science, public administration, communications, or relevant field preferred. Four years of professional experience with at least two years of experience working in government relations, lobbying, political action, or a related field. Experience in residential construction, land use, or government permitting process strongly preferred and may substitute for other experience requirements. May be required to register as a lobbyist in certain jurisdictions.
Summary of HBA: We are a local non-profit trade association representing the residential building and remodeling industries in the greater Portland region. The association has approximately 650 members, a staff of 12, and a $4 million annual budget. Major activities include consumer housing shows and tours, housing policy and advocacy work, industry education and training, business development, and industry services and savings programs.
HBA is affiliated with state (OHBA) and national (NAHB) home builder associations. We also have our own charitable foundation that focuses on workforce development in the construction industry and providing housing for transitional homelessness.
Diversity and Inclusivity: HBA seeks to create an environment that welcomes and benefits from having a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.
People will do well in our work environment who: Have an interest in and can support the values/needs of land development, home building, and remodeling. Enjoy an active, team-oriented, and engaging work environment. Can work in an office where there is regular activity and member/staff interaction. Believe in the value of collectively working with staff and members to achieve goals, even when this may slow down the process.
Application Requirements: Please include a current resume and cover letter that address your interest in and qualifications for the position. Auto responses or resumes sent without a cover letter will not be considered. Direct application materials and resume submissions to Ben Hemson, Director of Government Affairs at [email protected].
Home Building Association of Greater Portland
Attn: Ben Hemson
15555 SW Bangy Road, Suite 301
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
