Agriculture, Energy and Environment Outreach Director
The Office of US Senator Tina Smith seeks a highly-motivated Outreach Director for Agriculture, Energy and the Environment, which reflects her position on the Senate Agriculture Committee and her leadership on energy and climate issues. The Outreach Director will be responsible for building and managing relationships related to agriculture, farming, energy, climate and the environment. The Outreach Director serves as a liaison to Senator Smith, and takes meetings, attends events, and works with federal, state, and local agencies on issues impacting the state. Among Sen. Smith’s top priorities in the portfolio are addressing racial and gender disparities. This position will primarily be located in St. Paul, MN.
Qualified candidates will have a proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment with overlapping short-term and long-term deadlines; superior attention to detail; exceptional writing and analytic skills; the ability to keep confidences and strong inter-personal and organizational skills. A bachelor’s degree or commensurate community organizing experience, and at least 2-3 years professional experience working for an elected official or in policy/advocacy are preferred. The Senator’s office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. The office encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Please e-mail a cover letter, resume and references by C.O.B. on Friday, November 11 to mnjobs@smith.senate.gov.