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National Association of Manufacturers  

Job Description 

Job Title: Vice President, Domestic Policy 

Division: External Affairs  

Department: Policy 

Reports To: Managing Vice President, Policy 

FLSA Status/Level: Exempt/Leadership 

Location: Headquarters DC 

Position Overview:?  

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is seeking a Vice President of Domestic Policy. The Vice President of Domestic Policy serves as the key advisor, issue expert, lobbyist and spokesperson for the NAM and its members on tax, corporate finance, technology, health care and regulatory policy issues before Congress, the White House, federal agencies, and other key stakeholders such as media.  

This position is responsible for developing and executing legislative and regulatory strategies on designated issues as well as setting and executing on research objectives in those areas to advance manufacturers’ priorities.   

The successful candidate knows how to leverage research, media relations and public affairs (grasstops/grassroots) strategies in their lobbying approaches. The successful candidate is a dynamic leader with a track record of advocacy successes who is able to analyze and communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly to a variety of audiences.  

Key responsibilities include leading a diverse team of policy experts; working collaboratively with other internal groups to develop and execute advocacy strategies; serving as a voice for manufacturers before relevant policymakers on Capitol Hill and in the Administration; working closely with key leaders at the NAM’s 14,000 member companies to identify policy priorities; communicating with internal and external stakeholders about the NAM’s policy work; and ensuring that the NAM is responsive to the needs of manufacturers on the assigned policy issues. 

The Vice President of Domestic Policy also serves on the NAM’s management team and may participate on organization-wide initiatives as determined by senior leadership. 

Candidates should share the NAM’s core values and identify with the following attributes: 

• Mission Driven: motivated by the greater purpose of serving our members and achieving the NAM’s objectives.   
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: believes that goals can be achieved, and obstacles overcome through individual ownership of responsibilities in our portfolio.
• Intellectually Curious: seeks new experiences, searches for knowledge, and solicits candid feedback with an openness to learning and evolving. 
• Professionally Rigorous: pursues opportunities that strengthen current skill set and close skillset gaps that are necessary to advance personal career path.
• Willing Pioneer: Understands the vision of what we are trying to achieve and can bring clarity to ambiguity, solutions to challenges and willing to iterate until best practices are adopted.  

Join the NAM and Make an Impact in the Following Ways:? 

Policy and Advocacy: Engage and drive with member companies, elected officials, executive agencies, other associations and coalitions policy positions, strategies and tactics to achieve advocacy successes that encourage the growth of manufacturing in the United States. Serve as a lobbyist for specific policy areas. Oversee the development of compelling written work product that advances the association’s policy goals, including reports, letters to policymakers and Congressional testimony.  

Staff Leadership and Management: Lead and oversee the Domestic Policy department’s activities and assigned staff members and, as necessary, vendors and consultants. Manage workload, set priorities and ensure execution of duties. Provide performance feedback, encourage and create opportunities for professional development and conduct quarterly performance appraisals. Maintain a learning culture that adapts to the changing political landscape and policy developments. Manage departmental budget and ensure compliance with the highest ethical standards. 

Media and External Liaison Activities: Conduct media interviews on key issues as designated by the Communications Division.?Serve as a spokesperson for the association, testifying before Congress and making presentations as needed.  

Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the other departments within the NAM to ensure that policy development and advocacy work are aligned with overall organizational goals and objectives. Foster a spirit of teamwork and shared purpose among department members that allows for open communication, appreciation of diversity of viewpoints and perspectives and cohesiveness.  

The above list of responsibilities is representative of the position and not intended to limit or preclude other responsibilities and tasks that may be associated with or added to the position.  

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• This position has five direct reports. 

We are looking for Team Players who meet the Following Criteria: 

• A minimum of 12+ years of related Capitol Hill, Executive Branch and/or Association policy development experience. 
• Proven leadership skills with experience in team management. 
• Exceptional understanding of legislative and regulatory processes. 

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. 
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, quality and goal-driven environment. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

The National Association of Manufacturers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome and celebrate everyone’s uniqueness here at the NAM. We provide equal opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We also consider qualified applicants with conviction histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. At the NAM, we believe in Second Chances! The NAM is committed to offering equal employment opportunities to ALL. We only require that you have the qualifications, talent and passion to be successful in your role.

The NAM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at humanresources@nam.org.

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is the largest manufacturing association in the United States and one of the nation’s most influential advocates for manufacturing. By joining the NAM, you become part of a spirited and dynamic team that is driven to succeed. We recognize and reward our staff with competitive pay and annual performance-based bonus programs. We offer an outstanding benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, SmarTrip, and a 401(k) Salary Deferral plan with employer match and contributions, vacation and sick leave, complimentary on-site gym access and healthy snacks in the break room. Become part of a fast-paced team passionate about keeping the United States the world leader in manufacturing.

Get involved. Make an impact. Join the NAM team.

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About National Association of Manufacturers

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is the largest manufacturing association in the United States and one of the nation’s most influential advocates for manufacturing. By joining the NAM, you become part of a spirited and dynamic team that is driven to succeed. We recognize and reward our staff with competitive pay and annual performance based bonus programs. We offer an outstanding benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, SmarTrip, and a 401(k) Salary Deferral plan with employer match and contributions, vacation and sick leave, complimentary on-site gym access and healthy snacks in the break room. Become part of a fast paced team passionate about keeping the United States the world leader in manufacturing.

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