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State and Local Government Affairs Coordinator	Americans for the Arts
Salary	Details on request
Location	Washington, DC
Details	The State and Local Government Affairs Coordinator will assist the Director in tracking legislation and ballot initiatives, documenting best practices, strengthening statewide arts advocacy and grassroots networks, and promoting state and local public policies that advance the arts and arts education in America. The Coordinator will assist the Director in managing and growing a network of member statewide arts and arts education advocacy organizations through professional development opportunities, peer-to-peer networking, and technology. The Coordinator should have strong experiences in government affairs, arts policy, and a working knowledge of association or network management. Bachelor’s degree At least three years of prior government affairs or association work (note: work experience credit given for graduate studies) Excellent written and verbal communication; project management and organizational skills Fluency in many software programs Strong interest in legislative and political issues
Closing Date	1st April 2010
Contact	For a detailed job description and to apply, please visit our website at http://www.americansforthearts.org/about_us/careers/002.asp
Website	www.americansforthearts.org