Government Affairs Associate - Libertas Network - Lehi, ITTalent Market

Government Affairs AssociateLibertas NetworkLehi, UThttps://talentmarket.org/job-opening/libertas-govaffairs/ About the Organization:Libertas Institute is an award-winning, Utah-based think tank with an 87% success rate in turning our policy recommendations into law. We operate both as a state-based think tank in Utah—where we innovate policy reforms in a receptive legislative environment—and as a national institute that exports proven policy victories to other states.About the Role:Libertas Institute is looking for an entry-level Government Affairs Associate to support its work building relationships with legislators, coalition partners, and stakeholders at the Utah Capitol, while gaining hands-on exposure to legislative strategy and session execution.This position reports to the Executive Director and is based in Lehi, Utah. A hybrid schedule is available, with at least two in-office days per week.Libertas's government affairs work centers on building trust-based relationships with Utah legislators, executive branch officials, state/local agencies, and coalition partners to move the Institute's policy priorities forward at the Capitol. This entry-level role supports that work across all of Libertas's policy pillars, offering broad exposure rather than a single-issue focus.Libertas works across the following policy pillars:Free EnterprisePersonal FreedomBuilding Alternatives to CriminalizationEducation EmpowermentPrivacyResponsibilities:You will be responsible for:Supporting relationship-building with Utah legislators, executive branch officials, and coalition partners across Libertas's policy prioritiesTracking bills and legislative activity during the Utah session, and keeping internal tracking systems (e.g., Notion) up to dateAttending legislative meetings, hearings, and events as part of the government affairs teamHelping prepare briefing materials, one-pagers, and sponsor kits for priority legislation.Coordinating logistics for legislative outreach, including scheduling meetings and preparing materials for eventsAssisting with constituent and stakeholder correspondenceSupporting the policy team with research and administrative tasks as needed during Utah’s regular and interim sessionsQualifications:You will bring to the role your:Genuine interest in government affairs, public policy, or the legislative processPrior Utah internship or campaign experience is a plus but not requiredStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to travel within Utah, up to 30%Ability to build rapport quickly and work well with people across the political spectrumHighly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks during fast-paced legislative sessionsSelf-starter who takes initiative and is eager to learnDeep belief in individual liberty and ability to collaborate respectfully across ideological differencesAbility to work extended and irregular hours during the regular 45-day legislative session (January–March)Benefits:You will enjoy:Salary range of $50,000 - 60,000, depending on skills and experienceMatching 403(b) retirement planHealthcare reimbursementGenerous PTOFlexible scheduleMeal stipend and occasional work parties and outingsMaking a difference with a mission-driven organization that is materially improving people's livesWhat Success Looks Like in this Role:90 days:Learn Libertas's policy priorities across all five pillars and become familiar with the Utah legislative processBegin building relationships with key legislators, staff, and coalition partnersTake ownership of bill tracking and internal reporting systems6 months:Independently manage relationships with an assigned set of legislators and stakeholdersProvide full support to the government affairs team through a legislative sessionContribute to briefing materials and sponsor kits for priority bills1 Year:Take primary ownership of a defined portfolio of relationships or issue areaDemonstrate strong command of the legislative process and Libertas's policy prioritiesBe considered ready to take on increased responsibility within the government affairs teamHow to ApplyTo apply, qualified individuals should submit the following application materials in one PDF document:Cover page containing a link to a video cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in this position, uploaded to YouTube as an unlisted video, Google Drive, or another video/file sharing platform accessible via link. The video should be no longer than two minutes in lengthResume or equivalentApplications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.Questions can be directed to Bailey Drouant, Project Manager at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: bailey@talentmarket.org. There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.Talent Market, the liberty movement's talent agency, is a nonprofit that connects liberty-minded professionals with free-market nonprofit jobs at no cost to candidates or organizations. 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