Regional State Policy Manager (Multiple Positions)

CCIA seeks a policy expert to support advocacy on key legislative priorities for the technology sector at the state level, including proposals relating to content moderation, trust & safety, and online intermediaries. This position is fully remote and will be responsible for the states in their designated region [Western, Northeast, Midwest, Southeast]. Frequent traveling is required within your region. The State Policy Manager will report to the State Policy Director.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Legislative Tracking

• Monitor state legislation, legislative calendars, meetings, and hearings
• Analyze legislation related to digital trust and safety and online content moderation
• Liaise with legislative staff to confirm questions regarding legislative proceedings

Communications and Advocacy

• Assist the State Policy Director with development and implementation of effective outreach strategies to bring CCIA’s positions on state issues to the attention of lawmakers:
• Support the establishment and management of coalitions to advance legislation in support of member interests, including but not limited to the regulation of digital services’ trust and safety operations
• Support the development of advocacy materials (e.g., slide decks, talking points, memos, issue briefs)
• Collaborate with the State Policy Director to develop and execute research plans to support the CCIA’s state policy objectives
• Monitor media and events related to state technology issues
• Read and summarize articles, policy papers, and legal briefs; maintain a list of resources to support state advocacy
• Coordinate the delivery of public comment on legislation

Strategic Planning

• Participate in and support strategic planning and impact tracking:
• Participate in meetings with CCIA members, coalitions, and state policymakers
• Assist with tracking deadlines, deliverables, and performance metrics
• Monitor activities of key players in the tech space

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A minimum of 4 years professional experience working with policymakers and staff, ideally at the state level
• Broad substantive knowledge of technology policy, preferably with a focus on digital trust and safety and/or online content moderation
• In-depth understanding of state government structures, operations, and politics
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Familiarity with the products and services of CCIA member companies
• Experience in issue advocacy and/or campaigning at the state level
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, adjusting to changes in circumstances
• Experience working with third-party consultants
• Strong political awareness and ability to approach issues through a nonpartisan lens
• Experience using legislative tracking tools such as Quorum or FiscalNote
• Willingness to travel within the U.S. as needed

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.