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In 2006 a coalition of business, labor, government, non-profit, and educational leaders in the Puget Sound region focused on strategies to help sustain the cultural sector and to increase  public access to Puget Sound cultural organizations. In its report published in 2012, the coalition recommended that the State of Washington authorize the local creation of cultural access funds, statewide. Following passage of State cultural access legislation in July 2015, Cultural Access Washington (CAWA) became incorporated as a 501(c)(4) organization, governed by a 24-member Board of Trustees with a mission to create a cultural access program in King County and support similar efforts in other localities across the state. The King County Council passed an ordinance to create Access for All with a public vote in August 2017. Proposition 1/Access for All fell short of approval by less than one percent in an off-year primary election.    Despite this legislative defeat, Cultural Access Washington remains a unique coalition of 50 cultural, science, and heritage institutions – the first time small and large institutions from these diverse sectors have joined together to advocate for equity, education, funding, access, and expansion of the shared value created in our communities.   CAWA Today Today, CAWA stands at an inflection point.  In a complex policy environment and in the context of rapid social change, our mission and vision have remained strong: Mission: To transform communities across Washington State through the inspiration of arts, science, and heritage experiences. We envision vibrant communities where : Our unique and shared histories bring people together, lift them up and empower them to succeed; Everyone in our society has the ability to benefit from and be inspired by the cultural experiences available in our state; Local communities serve as champions of their own cultural identities and legacies. Our arts, science, and heritage organizations, from the smallest grassroots enterprises to the largest institutions, have sustainable resources to create wide and deep human impact through their work. We seek a new voice to craft new strategies and lead us in building a plan to achieve these ambitious goals.    Profile Summary CAWA’s Executive Director will unite our diverse cultural sector – nonprofit arts, science and heritage organizations large and small, their audiences, allies, and communities – in the cause for cultural access. CAWA seeks a visionary leader who is not only able to coordinate a wide range of activities; direct a team of researchers, consultants, fundraisers, and others; and manage the activities of our coalition; but also energize and inspire our constituents in a state-wide movement towards meaningful political action.  The position calls for a leader who can build consensus, empower advocates, and create and sustain new and existing relationships with cultural leaders, policymakers, and allied community organizations.   We especially seek a leader who brings meaningful expertise in addressing issues of equity, diversity, inclusion, and access, and experience working with ‘community based organizations’ (with budgets under $1.25 million).  Salary is commensurate with experience.  CAWA pays 100% of the premiums for a generous benefits package.  Qualifications and Qualities Demonstrated success at a level of senior leadership Demonstrated success in coalition building A passionate belief in arts, science and heritage as critical to community development, basic education, and economic vitality 5-7 years of experience in nonprofit governance and management (or the equivalent) Demonstrated success with innovative forms of fundraising Proven ability as a collaborator and partner with a governing board 5-7 years’ experience in advocacy and political processes Demonstrated success in addressing equity, diversity, inclusion, and access in arts, science and/or heritage Evidence of superior communication and interpersonal skills for building a range of relationships   Tasks and Responsibilities Execute outreach and coalition-building strategies with multiple constituencies including the cultural sector, the business community, schools and educators, labor, local governments, and other community nonprofits. Develop a strategic framework for movement-building and advocacy to guide development of specific legislative objectives, in collaboration with the CAWA Board of Trustees. Lead CAWA in developing a plan to bring Access for All back for a second public vote among King County voters. Lead the ongoing effort to assess interest in cultural access programs across the state and work with local communities and their county or city authorities to help plan a path to a local vote and assist in executing a local campaign. Create and manage a process for selecting and contracting with consultants who provide expertise in research and polling, political campaigns, lobbying, coalition building, grass roots advocacy, social media, crowd funding, PR, communications and media relations. Measure progress against goals in each area of concentration and recommend strategic adjustments as necessary. Engage the CAWA trustees as active members of a working Board with tasks assigned according to interest and expertise. Produce thoughtful, efficient and regular communication with Trustees, and CAWA Member organizations. Speak on behalf of CAWA, its value, and benefits at all manner of public gatherings. Meet with elected officials in collaboration with CAWA lobbyists as necessary to develop meaningful relationships and facilitate political strategies. Partner with trustees to solicit and secure outside funding from various private sector sources. Manage CAWA Member relations through regular communication and the collection of dues. Manage a small team to support CAWA operations. Develop and monitor financial projections.   TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter expressing interest and a resume. Applicant review will begin May 31st.   CULTURAL ACCESS WASHINGTON                  Board of Trustees Benjamin Moore, Chair - WA State Cultural Leader Dwight Gee, Vice Chair - WA State Cultural Leader Richard Beckerman, Treasurer - Seattle Art Museum Janell Johnson, Secretary  - Village Theatre Jared Axelrod - Community Leader/Cultural Advocate Putter Bert - Kids Quest Museum Manual R. Cawaling - Youth Theatre Northwest Rosalie Contreras - Seattle Symphony Will Daugherty - Pacific Science Center Bob Davidson - Seattle Aquarium David Fischer - Broadway Center for the Performing Arts Ricardo Frazer - Principal & Director, Zaki-Rose Corp Alejandro Grajal - Woodland Park Zoo Matt Hayes - Museum of Flight Joshua Heim - Arts Program Manager, City of Bellevue Mari Horita - ArtsFund Douglas R. King - Community Leader/Cultural Advocate Josh LaBelle - Seattle Theatre Group Joe McIalwain - Edmonds Center for the Arts Karen Mobley - WA State Cultural Leader Dominica Myers - Seattle Opera/Shoreline LFP Arts Council Katie Oman - Arts & Culture Consultant Steve Sneed - Seattle Center Cultural Programs Elizabeth P. Stewart - Renton History Museum Ellen Walker - Pacific Northwest Ballet   King County Member Organizations 5th Avenue Theatre ACT Theatre Allied Arts Foundation Annex Theatre Artist Trust ArtsED Washington Association of King County Historical Organizations Broadway Center for the Performing Arts Burke Museum Association Book-It Repertory Theatre Center for Wooden Boats Early Music Guild From Within Academy Frye Art Museum Flying House Productions Henry Art Gallery Highline Historical Society History Link Hydroplane and Raceboat Museum KidsQuest Museum Kirkland Performance Center MOHAI MoPOP Museum of Flight Museum of Glass On the Boards Pacific Bonsai Museum Pacific Music Works Pacific Northwest Ballet Pacific Science Center Richard Hugo House Seattle Aquarium Seattle Art Museum Seattle Chamber Music Society Seattle Children’s Museum Seattle Children’s Theatre Seattle Opera Seattle Repertory Theatre Seattle Shakespeare Company Seattle Symphony Seattle Theatre Group SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve Showtunes Theatre Company Tateuchi Center Theatre Schmeater Town Hall Unexpected Productions Vashon Center for the Arts Village Theatre Woodland Park Zoo

Plays an active role in Federal Affairs to help define and establish the ideal political, community and public policy context to enable achievement of strategic business objectives. Develops and aids in implementation of the company’s advocacy strategies at the federal level for both federal legislation and regulations. Supports a broad range of activities to ensure policy coordination between Federal Affairs and Regulatory Affairs on FERC matters and communication to external and internal stakeholders.  Provides business analysis support on various regulatory topics, including transmission policy development, tariffs, ratemaking, regulatory compliance and economic analysis.  Researches, analyzes, interprets and distributes information on regulatory and legislative matters.   Supports company advocacy efforts and business plan objectives. Registered as a lobbyist for the company. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Interfaces with FERC staff, utility representatives and EEI on company specific and generic regulatory matters. Provides research, analysis and drafts responses to a range of policy issues impacting the company. Policy, political and business research, and analysis in support of company’s policy positions. Develops briefing materials and reports including policy papers, talking points, one-page handouts and presentations. Works with internal stakeholders to develop talking points, policy documents and other briefing materials to help implement advocacy strategies. Drafts comments, white papers, briefing materials, background memos and other documents in response to key federal policy issues. Participates in advocacy and education coalitions, external taskforces and internal workgroups to coordinate development of issue papers and policy documents. Drafts and coordinates Congressional testimony, comments to federal agencies and regulatory filings to ensure proper advocacy strategy and messaging. Provides and updates content on key policy and regulatory issues for intranet and external website. Provides regulatory business analysis support by interfacing with all levels of management to discuss and clarify regulatory issues; develops reports to meet management requests for regulatory related information. Assists in Political Action Committee (PAC) strategy and coordination with PAC staff. Provides other project support functions and assigned to special projects as needed. Represents the company at external functions as directed, including PAC events Develops tracking mechanisms and performance metrics in support of Federal Affairs coordination and continuous improvement goals. Prepares presentations and performs analytical work in support of senior management decision making on governmental and regulatory matters.     REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in social science, political science, economics or  other relevant discipline ;Master’s degree preferred . Minimum of five (5) years of experience with federal legislative and/or regulatory processes. Demonstrated ability to communicate with broad range of stakeholders; possesses strong written and verbal communication skills with proven abilities to cohesively defend or justify recommendations across all levels of the organization, internally and externally. Superior interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to establish and maintain confidential and effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, management and the general public. Work requires performing complex analysis involving a high level of independent judgment, initiative and discretion; willingness to learn and analyze new and/or complex issues. Experience researching, analyzing and debriefing complex issues. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to complete projects efficiently and independently with minimal supervision. Possesses strong teamwork skills and ability to work independently within a team-oriented environment. Excellent work ethic, resourcefulness and strong self-direction. Compliant with all lobbying disclosure requirements, congressional ethics rules and other federal lobbying requirements. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Ability to travel overnight on a regular basis. Position is based in Washington, D.C.   ITC Holdings is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Females, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Fortune 100 Information Technology company seeking a full-time, solutions-driven Manager of Government Affairs to support contract, procurement, and compliance duties in a collegial, dynamic, and fast-paced environment.   Reporting directly to the Managing Director, Government Affairs, the Manager will   build upon an internal and external network of colleagues to successfully execute duties and support the success of the organization. Contracts and procurement duties include: liaise between vendors and procurement / legal to execute engagement letters, contract renewals, and invoices;   create purchase requisitions; reply to procurement inquiries and provide supporting documentation; escalate and obtain required approvals; process check requests. Compliance duties include: collate and synthesize reportable lobbying data; prepare LD and LD203 reports; escalate obtain required approvals; filings. Other duties as assigned.    The Ideal Candidate Responsible and reliable self-starter passionate about his or her work Demonstrates superior organizational skills with a proven ability to multitask and prioritize with meticulous attention to detail Extraordinary diplomatic, interpersonal, and communication skills Anticipates problems before they arise, takes initiative, proactive, and resourceful Innovative in solving problems, overcoming challenges, meeting deadlines, and achieving goals Works independently and efficiently with minimal supervision Forward thinking, adaptive, resilient, flexible team player   Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of corporate contract, procurement, and / or political compliance experience Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills Proficiency in desktop applications including Microsoft Office Suite     Detailed Description and Job Requirements Acts as an internal and external resource on international trade specifications, regulations, and legislation; that affect how, where, and to whom we conduct business. Designs plans for government outreach by providing analysis of emerging or existing legislative public policy issues impacting the company. Gathers intelligence and assists in the preparation of position papers, policy briefings, presentations, and legislative testimony for pending legislative actions. Coordinates actions through strategic partners in government and industry communicating corporate positions and objectives. Projects may include implementation of public policy activities, government and industry lobbying efforts, advocating government funding initiatives and identifying new opportunities favorably advancing the company’s influence with the government. Duties and tasks are standard with some variation. Completes own role largely independently within defined policies and procedures. Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with management and possible government representatives desired. 2 plus years relevant work experience. Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.