American Veterinary Medical Association
Manager of State Advocacy
American Veterinary Medical Association, Olympia, Washington, United States
About the Role
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the national not-for-profit association established in 1863 and representing over 110,000 veterinarians, is seeking a
Manager of State Advocacy
to join our Division of State Advocacy in Washington, D.C.
The mission of the Association is to lead the profession by advocating for our members and advancing the science and practice of veterinary medicine to improve animal and human health.
Responsibilities
Facilitate the AVMA’s state advocacy efforts and organize state-level grassroots activity in coordination with state veterinary medical associations (VMAs) and appropriate AVMA staff.
Assist in developing the AVMA’s state-level agenda and disseminating the AVMA’s public policy perspective to state and allied VMAs.
Serve as the primary point of contact for an assigned set of state VMAs.
Monitor state legislative and regulatory activity and drive bi-directional communication between AVMA and VMAs on relevant activity affecting veterinary medicine.
Track legislation, regulations, and other policy sources and summarize complex information for diverse audiences.
Qualifications
BA/BS degree.
Minimum of 3 years of related work experience with demonstrated knowledge of and experience with state-level advocacy initiatives at a professional association; engagement with state chapters a plus. Prior work experience in a state legislature is preferred.
Demonstrated experience in grassroots advocacy or member mobilization, preferably within a professional association or legislative environment.
Strong relationship-building and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders in effective advocacy.
Experience using state legislative and regulatory tracking tools.
Excellent project management and organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize competing demands and projects.
Experience identifying and analyzing legislation, regulations, and other policy sources and the ability to clearly and succinctly summarize complex information for a variety of audiences.
Able to effectively interact and communicate in writing and verbally with members of the scientific and non‑scientific communities, employees of governmental and non‑governmental organizations, legislators, regulators, and others.
Able to present information effectively; public speaking experience is a plus.
Able to effectively deal with interpersonal conflicts and maintain confidentiality in communications.
Must function well autonomously and as a team member.
Basic computer skills (proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and various internet browsers and search engines).
Must be able to work after normal business hours and/or on weekends occasionally as needed.
Travel will vary, approximately 10%.
Benefits
Supportive & flexible hybrid work environment
Health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance
FSA & HSA plans
401(k) Plan
Generous vacation & sick time
11 Paid Holidays
Floating Holiday and Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition & professional certification reimbursement
Compensatory Time Off
Casual dress
37.5 hour workweek
Association Forum/ASAE membership
Veterinary pet insurance
Compensation A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $82,000 - $110,000. Compensation decisions take into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications, geographic location, business needs, and organizational policies. We value pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
Application Application deadline is 2/6/26. Forward cover letter & resume with salary requirements to apply@avma.org.
About the AVMA Located in Schaumburg, IL and Washington, D.C., the AVMA is structured to work for its members and acts as a collective voice for its membership and the profession. The AVMA provides many benefits to its members, including information resources, state and federal advocacy, opportunities to address issues affecting policies that govern the profession & practice of veterinary medicine, continuing education opportunities, quality publications, and discounts on personal & professional products, programs & services. The work of the AVMA is carried out by a dedicated staff of over 170. The organization is governed by an 18-member Board of Directors and has a $50M+ annual operating budget.
Website Visit https://www.avma.org/AVMAcareers
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Manager of State Advocacy
to join our Division of State Advocacy in Washington, D.C.
The mission of the Association is to lead the profession by advocating for our members and advancing the science and practice of veterinary medicine to improve animal and human health.
Responsibilities
Facilitate the AVMA’s state advocacy efforts and organize state-level grassroots activity in coordination with state veterinary medical associations (VMAs) and appropriate AVMA staff.
Assist in developing the AVMA’s state-level agenda and disseminating the AVMA’s public policy perspective to state and allied VMAs.
Serve as the primary point of contact for an assigned set of state VMAs.
Monitor state legislative and regulatory activity and drive bi-directional communication between AVMA and VMAs on relevant activity affecting veterinary medicine.
Track legislation, regulations, and other policy sources and summarize complex information for diverse audiences.
Qualifications
BA/BS degree.
Minimum of 3 years of related work experience with demonstrated knowledge of and experience with state-level advocacy initiatives at a professional association; engagement with state chapters a plus. Prior work experience in a state legislature is preferred.
Demonstrated experience in grassroots advocacy or member mobilization, preferably within a professional association or legislative environment.
Strong relationship-building and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders in effective advocacy.
Experience using state legislative and regulatory tracking tools.
Excellent project management and organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize competing demands and projects.
Experience identifying and analyzing legislation, regulations, and other policy sources and the ability to clearly and succinctly summarize complex information for a variety of audiences.
Able to effectively interact and communicate in writing and verbally with members of the scientific and non‑scientific communities, employees of governmental and non‑governmental organizations, legislators, regulators, and others.
Able to present information effectively; public speaking experience is a plus.
Able to effectively deal with interpersonal conflicts and maintain confidentiality in communications.
Must function well autonomously and as a team member.
Basic computer skills (proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and various internet browsers and search engines).
Must be able to work after normal business hours and/or on weekends occasionally as needed.
Travel will vary, approximately 10%.
Benefits
Supportive & flexible hybrid work environment
Health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance
FSA & HSA plans
401(k) Plan
Generous vacation & sick time
11 Paid Holidays
Floating Holiday and Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition & professional certification reimbursement
Compensatory Time Off
Casual dress
37.5 hour workweek
Association Forum/ASAE membership
Veterinary pet insurance
Compensation A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $82,000 - $110,000. Compensation decisions take into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications, geographic location, business needs, and organizational policies. We value pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
Application Application deadline is 2/6/26. Forward cover letter & resume with salary requirements to apply@avma.org.
About the AVMA Located in Schaumburg, IL and Washington, D.C., the AVMA is structured to work for its members and acts as a collective voice for its membership and the profession. The AVMA provides many benefits to its members, including information resources, state and federal advocacy, opportunities to address issues affecting policies that govern the profession & practice of veterinary medicine, continuing education opportunities, quality publications, and discounts on personal & professional products, programs & services. The work of the AVMA is carried out by a dedicated staff of over 170. The organization is governed by an 18-member Board of Directors and has a $50M+ annual operating budget.
Website Visit https://www.avma.org/AVMAcareers
EEO Statement eoe/m/f/d/v
#J-18808-Ljbffr