IANA is interested in smart, talented and committed individuals who are looking for career opportunities at a unique and dynamic trade association. The mission of the Association is to promote the benefits of intermodal cargo transportation through advocacy, education and networking. Member companies include ocean carriers, railroads, and motor carriers, third party logistics providers, equipment manufacturers and leasing companies, technology vendors, other industry suppliers, as well as shippers, beneficial cargo owners, academics and public sector representatives.
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We recognize that the success of our business depends on the quality and effectiveness of our people. IANA offers competitive salaries and an outstanding benefits program that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability plans, paid holidays, PTO, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
Vice President of Government Affairs
The Intermodal Association of North American is seeking a Vice President, Government Affairs to join our team. This is a hybrid position with Mondays and Fridays remote and Tuesday – Thursday in our satellite DC office. The salary range for this position is $180k-250k, based on skills and experience.
Who We Are:
The Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) is a 1,000 member non-profit trade association located in Calverton, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. The mission of the Association is to promote the benefits of intermodal cargo transportation through advocacy, education, and networking. Member companies include ocean, rail, and motor carriers, third party logistics providers, equipment manufacturers and leasing companies, technology vendors, other industry suppliers, as well as shippers, beneficial cargo owners, academics, and public sector representatives.
General Summary of Position:
We are looking for a Vice President, Government Affairs to lead our policy efforts on Capitol Hill. In this role you will work closely with Members of Congress, Committees, IANA Members, federal agencies, etc. to grow our advocacy in the transportation industry.
What You’ll Do:
Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Who you are:
Who We Are:
The Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) is a 1,000 member non-profit trade association located in Calverton, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. The mission of the Association is to promote the benefits of intermodal cargo transportation through advocacy, education, and networking. Member companies include ocean, rail, and motor carriers, third party logistics providers, equipment manufacturers and leasing companies, technology vendors, other industry suppliers, as well as shippers, beneficial cargo owners, academics, and public sector representatives.
General Summary of Position:
We are looking for a Vice President, Government Affairs to lead our policy efforts on Capitol Hill. In this role you will work closely with Members of Congress, Committees, IANA Members, federal agencies, etc. to grow our advocacy in the transportation industry.
What You’ll Do:
Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and implement a government relations strategy
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key US government officials, Members of Congress, Committees, IANA Members, federal agencies, staffers, etc
- Monitor legislative trends, policies, regulations, etc. and provide regular reports to CEO/President and senior staff
- Act as a liaison to IANA’s board members, industry partners, and association members, to ensure advocacy work reflects industry priorities
- Represent IANA at industry events, trade shows, policy forums, and congressional briefings to strengthen relationships with key decision-makers
- Serve as a lobbyist responsible for industry policy and advocacy to the Transportation sector
- Research and propose development of an IANA PAC
- Responsible for creating and maintaining a variety of written materials to help advance advocacy goals, including district and policy one-pagers; talking points; internal memos; and background materials
Who you are:
- Experience in the transportation sector, intermodal transportation experience preferred
- Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience in congressional or executive branches
- Proven track record of successfully navigating complex legislative environments
- Working understanding of federal legislative and regulatory processes, including rules and procedures of relevant legislative and regulatory bodies
- 10 years in government affairs, advocacy, public policy
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
Why IANA:
We offer a comprehensive benefits program including, but not limited to: Health, Life, and Disability Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Paid Holidays, and PTO.
IANA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
All interested applicants should submit their resume to thaskell@intermodal.org.
We offer a comprehensive benefits program including, but not limited to: Health, Life, and Disability Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Paid Holidays, and PTO.
IANA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
All interested applicants should submit their resume to thaskell@intermodal.org.
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