Deputy Director, Government Affairs

Deputy Director, Government Affairs

Reporting to: Director, Government Affairs – Head of Federal Strategy

The Government Affairs team leads advocacy and campaign strategy across federal, state, and local government. This role will serve as a senior member of the federal affairs team, helping drive lobbying strategy on Capitol Hill while also supporting integrated state legislative campaigns.

The ideal candidate brings deep federal experience, strong political instincts, and proven management ability. This person should be comfortable operating in fast-moving legislative environments, managing relationships with senior policymakers and staff, and overseeing team members running campaigns across multiple states.

WE TRUST YOU TO TAKE ON THE FOLLOWING RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead federal lobbying portfolio and advocacy efforts before Congress and the Administration
• Develop and execute legislative strategies tied to organizational priorities
• Build and maintain relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, coalition partners, and external stakeholders
• Track and analyze federal legislative and political developments and advise senior leadership on strategy and engagement opportunities
• Manage and mentor up to two Associate Directors with their own government affairs portfolio that includes leading state, fed, and local campaigns in multiple states
• Support state and local campaign strategy, manage and contribute to other priority government affairs projects as needed, and support broader team development
• Oversee and support integrated advocacy campaigns that may include federal, state, and in-district organizing and legislative activity
• Partner with communications, policy, political, and research teams to align advocacy strategy and messaging
• Support state legislative and in-district efforts as needed, including stakeholder engagement, coalition management, legislative strategy, and campaign execution
• Represent the organization in coalition meetings, briefings, advocacy events, and external engagements
• Help coordinate cross-functional efforts during key legislative moments, including hearings, markups, floor votes, and campaign activations

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• 7+ years of relevant experience in government affairs, Capitol Hill, political campaigns, advocacy, or related fields
• Significant experience working in Congress, the Executive Branch, or senior-level political campaigns preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing staff and leading complex advocacy or legislative efforts
• Strong understanding of the federal legislative process and political landscape
• Experience working across multiple levels of government and supporting coordinated campaigns
• Strong relationship-building skills with policymakers, staff, coalition partners, and external stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strategic thinker with strong political judgment and execution skills
• Existing relationships on Capitol Hill and within national advocacy coalitions

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing federal lobbyists, campaign staff, or legislative teams
• Background supporting both inside the building and outside the building advocacy strategies
• Familiarity with state-government and local-government legislative campaigns and in-district organizing

What Success Looks Like

• Strong federal engagement strategy and execution
• Effective management and development of Associate Directors
• Seamless coordination between federal lobbying and state/in-district campaigns
• Clear communication and strong cross-team collaboration
• Ability to move quickly and strategically during high-pressure legislative moments

The salary range for this position is $135,000 to $147,000 per year. Everytown offers a generous package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401K Match, Education Assistance and more.

ABOUT THE HIRING PROCESS

We are accepting applications on a rolling basis and will review them and reach out to candidates who meet the requirements of the position.

• Please note, to be considered for the role, you must submit a cover letter and an updated resume with your application. Applications that are missing a cover letter and/or a resume will not be reviewed by the Hiring Team.

DIVERSE WORKFORCE AND OPEN CULTURE

Candidates who identify as members of historically underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply to Everytown. A diverse workforce and open culture are at the heart of our organization and vital to our success.

Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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About Everytown for Gun Safety

Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund (“Everytown for Gun Safety”) is the largest gun violence prevention organization in the country with nearly 11 million supporters and more than 700,000 donors, including moms, mayors, survivors, students, and everyday Americans who are fighting for common-sense gun safety measures that can help save lives. Learn more at www.everytown.org and follow us @Everytown.

Everytown offers a generous package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401K Match, Education Assistance and more.