Foundation for Government Accountability

Lead and execute Florida state government affairs strategies, build relationships with policymakers, and coordinate with internal teams. | Minimum of five years in state government affairs or political roles, deep understanding of Florida’s legislative process, and strong relationship-building skills. | The Foundation for Government Accountability (FGA) is seeking a State Government Affairs Director to oversee our government affairs work in Florida. In this role, you’ll serve as FGA’s chief representative to state policymakers, coordinating legislative engagement, cultivating relationships, and driving forward FGA’s reform agenda in one of the nation’s most influential states. This is a role for a seasoned professional who combines savvy political judgment with executional excellence. The ideal candidate can see both the big picture and the small details, aligning FGA’s priorities with Florida’s policy opportunities to deliver tangible results that strengthen the state’s position as a leader in conservative policy. You’ll be at the center of Florida’s most important policy debates, building coalitions, anticipating challenges, and ensuring FGA’s ideas translate into meaningful legislative wins. CULTURE AND FIT The people who consistently succeed at FGA are those whose actions and behavior reflect our five Core Values. If you adhere to these values and answer “yes” to each of these questions, you may be a fit. 1. Candid to Solve: Being willing to have tough conversations in order to solve issues and build trust • Do you seek out constructive feedback—and provide it to others—to solve issues and build trust with coworkers? 2. Grow or Die: We don’t have a neutral gear; we must consistently challenge ourselves and each other to grow in our talents and skills. • Are you aware of your strengths and weaknesses, and do you seek out complementary skills and growth in order to mitigate your weaknesses? 3. Politically Savvy: Policy doesn’t change in a vacuum, but in a political reality that we must understand and account for. • Do you agree that embracing the realities of politics is necessary to change public policy? 4. Partnership-Oriented: Internal and external relationships are not transactional. That starts with our team members and the perspective that we need the rest of the team to succeed in order to win personally. • Are you comfortable creating your own structure for work, such as setting work hours, your own priorities, and creating clarity and a workplan from a broad goal? 5. Bought in to Win: We’re at FGA because we want to change policy. No one is counting hours or widgets, we are here to get results, and sometimes that will require going the extra mile or doing a job that isn’t technically ours. • Do you fully support FGA’s mission and believe that lives are improved through work, not welfare, and that free markets create more freedom and opportunity than government control? The vast majority of those who don’t get hired (or don’t last) at FGA are due to a lack of fit with these values. Be prepared to have very candid conversations about them in our interview process. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lead FGA’s Government Affairs Strategy in Florida • Create and execute a comprehensive strategy to advance FGA’s policy reforms in Florida. • Evaluate the political environment and develop strategies to shepherd initiatives through the legislative process. Cultivate and Maintain Relationships with Key Stakeholders • Build and maintain trusted relationships with Florida policymakers, executive branch officials, and agency staff. • Serve as a resource to allied third-party organizations and emerging leaders to strengthen long-term relationships and FGA’s credibility in Florida. Manage and Oversee In-State Contractors • Provide direction, feedback, and alignment for in-state contractors supporting FGA’s government affairs efforts. • Evaluate performance and identify opportunities for additional contract assistance when needed to maximize results. Serve as FGA’s Internal Point Person for Florida • Collaborate with the Federal Affairs, Policy and Research, Development, and Communications teams to ensure full alignment and communication across projects. • Provide timely updates and detailed tracking and reporting on legislative activity, meetings, and opportunities to position FGA for success in Florida and beyond. REQUIREMENTS • Must reside in Florida and be willing to attend frequent in-person meetings with staff and policymakers. • Minimum of five years’ experience in state government affairs, policy advocacy, or related political roles. • Deep understanding of Florida’s legislative and executive processes and political dynamics. • Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills. • Comfortable using technology to manage projects and communications. • Alignment with FGA’s Core Values (described above). TIMING, LOCATION, AND COMPENSATION FGA is seeking to fill this position as soon as possible. While this role is remote and based out of Florida, it requires regular in-person engagement at the Capitol in Tallahassee and travel throughout the state to build relationships and advance FGA’s agenda. FGA has built a highly successful remote work culture over the past decade with systems and structures designed for clarity, flexibility, and great communication. Key elements of the environment include: • Quarterly in-person team meetings at which you’ll build deeper relationships, set clear goals aligned with FGA’s big vision, and brainstorm how to seize new opportunities. • An intensive 90-day orientation to familiarize you with the FGA team, our policies, and how we operate. • Home office setup, including equipment and communication tools you need to hit the ground running. FGA offers a competitive salary of between $110,000 to $175,000 for this position, depending on experience and qualifications, along with a benefits package, including a six percent retirement match, health benefit, and generous paid leave plan. Salary Description $110,000 to $175,000

Support federal outreach, turn policy ideas into action, and build relationships with policymakers. | Requires 2-3 years of federal policy or government affairs experience, strong relationship-building skills, and D.C. residency. | The Foundation for Government Accountability (FGA) is hiring a Federal Affairs Director to help advance our reform agenda in Washington, D.C. In this role, you’ll support FGA’s outreach and relationship-building efforts on Capitol Hill, working directly with members of Congress, staff, and federal agencies to turn policy ideas into real-world results. This is a hands-on role for someone ready to work hard and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be in the room where strategy meets action—building trust, identifying opportunities, and driving progress on FGA’s top federal priorities. If you’re motivated, organized, and eager to make an impact, this role will challenge you and reward you in equal measure. The ideal candidate will have two to three years of experience in federal policy, government affairs, or related political roles, along with the judgment and drive to build strong relationships and deliver results. Candidates must live in the Washington, D.C. area or be willing to relocate. CULTURE AND FIT The people who consistently succeed at FGA are those whose actions and behavior reflect our five Core Values. If you adhere to these values and answer “yes” to each of the following questions, you may be a fit. 1. Candid to Solve: Being willing to have tough conversations in order to solve issues and build trust. • Do you seek out constructive feedback—and provide it to others—to solve issues and build trust with coworkers? 2. Grow or Die: We don’t have a neutral gear; we must consistently challenge ourselves and each other to grow in our talents and skills. • Are you aware of your strengths and weaknesses, and do you seek out complementary skills and growth in order to mitigate your weaknesses? 3. Politically Savvy: Policy doesn’t change in a vacuum, but in a political reality that we must understand and account for. • Do you agree that embracing the realities of politics is necessary to change public policy? 4. Partnership-Oriented: Internal and external relationships are not transactional. That starts with our team members and the perspective that we need the rest of the team to succeed in order to win personally. • Are you comfortable creating your own structure for work, such as setting work hours, your own priorities, and creating clarity and a work plan from a broad goal? 5. Bought in to Win: We’re at FGA because we want to change policy. No one is counting hours or widgets. We are here to get results, and sometimes, that will require going the extra mile or doing a job that isn’t technically ours. • Do you fully support FGA’s mission and believe that lives are improved through work, not welfare, and that free markets create more freedom and opportunity than government control? The vast majority of those who don’t get hired (or don’t last) at FGA are due to a lack of fit with these values. Be prepared to have very candid conversations about them in our interview process. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES As Federal Affairs Director, you will have three primary roles broken down into key responsibilities. They are: 1. Support Federal Outreach and Strategy • Work with FGA’s senior leaders to develop and execute outreach plans for your policy portfolio, helping turn smart conservative ideas into real results. • Track federal activity, anticipate opportunities, and help ensure our priorities are positioned for success in both Congress and the executive branch. 2. Turn Federal Policy Ideas into Reality • Serve as a key point of contact for your assigned issue areas, coordinating communication and follow-up between policymakers and FGA’s internal teams. • Support meetings with congressional offices and agencies—preparing materials, taking notes, and helping move conversations toward action. 3. Build Relationships and Network Cultivation • You will be responsible (and accountable) for building the relationships and facilitating the teamwork—both internal and external—needed to get big policy wins across the finish line. • Cultivate and strengthen relationships with policymakers, staff, and key allies in Washington, D.C. REQUIREMENTS • 2–3 years of experience in federal policy, government affairs, or related political roles. • Comfortable operating on Capitol Hill and available for regular in-person meetings in Washington, D.C. • Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers and staff. • Excellent communicator with strong judgment, attention to detail, and follow through. • Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Match FGA’s Core Values (described above). TIMING, LOCATION, AND COMPENSATION FGA is seeking to fill this position as soon as possible. The Federal Affairs Director must reside in the Washington, D.C. metro area and be available for frequent in-person meetings on and around Capitol Hill. This role requires a consistent presence in D.C. to build relationships, attend meetings with policymakers and staff, and represent FGA’s priorities in person. FGA’s headquarters are in Naples, FL, but nearly all of our staff work remotely from across the country. Our systems and culture are built for clarity, flexibility, and great communication. Key elements of our environment include: • Quarterly in-person team meetings at which you’ll build deeper relationships, set clear goals aligned with FGA’s big vision, and brainstorm how to seize new opportunities • An intensive 90-day orientation to familiarize you with the FGA team, our policies, and how we operate • Home office setup, including equipment and communication tools you need to hit the ground running FGA offers a competitive salary between $120,000–$150,000, depending on experience and qualifications, along with a benefits package that includes a six percent retirement match, health benefits, and generous paid leave.