Political Affairs Specialist
Job Description
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is a national organization that represents and serves all types of hospitals, health care networks, and their patients and communities. The AHA has two main offices, located in Washington, D.C., and Chicago. The AHA offers a flexible hybrid work schedule of three days in the office and two days working remotely.
This role is located in our Washington DC office. Responsible for providing timely support for projects and operations specific to the American Hospital Association Political Action Committee (AHAPAC). Assist with administration of the extensive AHAPAC donor database, including both data collection, report development and production. Collaborate regularly with state association staff responsible for PAC fundraising to maintain ongoing relationships with the important stakeholders for AHAPAC.Essential Functions
- Collect, code and input data into fundraising database according to AHAPAC standards, providing the foundation for information included in AHAPAC’s monthly Federal Election Commission (FEC) compliance report.
- Collect, code and input membership and other PAC data into database. Develop and produce various PAC receipt, membership and status reports to assist with fundraising efforts and identify major issues.
- Research, respond to and process requests from state and other affiliated associations for PAC information and materials.
- Prepare reports and documents for AHA Annual Meeting. Serve as on-site contact for AHAPAC events during AHA Annual Meeting.
- Collaborate with team to prepare and distribute AHAPAC donor recognition letters, emails and gifts.
- Collaborate with state association PAC staff to prepare materials for annual AHAPAC meeting. Serve as on-site contact for AHAPAC state association meeting.
- Provide support to the Vice President, Political Affairs and AHAPAC staff as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Education
- Bachelor's Degree Political science, business, communications or related field Required
Minimum Qualifications: Work Experience
- 3+ years Experience in a trade association or associated field Required
Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Solid working knowledge of computer systems and understanding their applications - Required
- Advanced PC, database and software usage skills - Required
- Familiarity with Quorum PAC management software - Preferred
- Highly organized, detail oriented, with strong follow-through skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously - Required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Required
- Self-motivated with ability to adhere to stringent timeframes and deadlines required for FEC compliance - Required
Salary Information:
Commensurate with related experience. The AHA is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and location.
Salary Range - Minimum:
73000Salary Range - Midpoint:
91000Salary Range - Maximum:
109000We offer an excellent total compensation package, which includes medical/dental coverage (PPO/HMO), vision care, life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, PTO/holidays/health days, wellness programs, and more!
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call (312) 422-3000 and ask for the Vice President, Human Resources, and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
The AHA participates in the E-Verify Program. #LI-Hybrid
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is a national organization that represents and serves all types of hospitals, health care networks, and their patients and communities. The AHA has two main offices, located in Washington, D.C., and Chicago. The AHA offers a flexible hybrid work schedule of three days in the office and two days working remotely.
This role is located in our Washington DC office. Responsible for providing timely support for projects and operations specific to the American Hospital Association Political Action Committee (AHAPAC). Assist with administration of the extensive AHAPAC donor database, including both data collection, report development and production. Collaborate regularly with state association staff responsible for PAC fundraising to maintain ongoing relationships with the important stakeholders for AHAPAC.Essential Functions
- Collect, code and input data into fundraising database according to AHAPAC standards, providing the foundation for information included in AHAPAC’s monthly Federal Election Commission (FEC) compliance report.
- Collect, code and input membership and other PAC data into database. Develop and produce various PAC receipt, membership and status reports to assist with fundraising efforts and identify major issues.
- Research, respond to and process requests from state and other affiliated associations for PAC information and materials.
- Prepare reports and documents for AHA Annual Meeting. Serve as on-site contact for AHAPAC events during AHA Annual Meeting.
- Collaborate with team to prepare and distribute AHAPAC donor recognition letters, emails and gifts.
- Collaborate with state association PAC staff to prepare materials for annual AHAPAC meeting. Serve as on-site contact for AHAPAC state association meeting.
- Provide support to the Vice President, Political Affairs and AHAPAC staff as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Education
- Bachelor's Degree Political science, business, communications or related field Required
Minimum Qualifications: Work Experience
- 3+ years Experience in a trade association or associated field Required
Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Solid working knowledge of computer systems and understanding their applications - Required
- Advanced PC, database and software usage skills - Required
- Familiarity with Quorum PAC management software - Preferred
- Highly organized, detail oriented, with strong follow-through skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously - Required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Required
- Self-motivated with ability to adhere to stringent timeframes and deadlines required for FEC compliance - Required
Salary Information:
Commensurate with related experience. The AHA is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and location.
Salary Range - Minimum:
73000Salary Range - Midpoint:
91000Salary Range - Maximum:
109000We offer an excellent total compensation package, which includes medical/dental coverage (PPO/HMO), vision care, life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, PTO/holidays/health days, wellness programs, and more!
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call (312) 422-3000 and ask for the Vice President, Human Resources, and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
The AHA participates in the E-Verify Program. #LI-Hybrid
About American Hospital Association
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is the national organization that represents and serves all types of hospitals, health care networks, and their patients and communities.
Close to 5,000 hospitals, health care systems, networks, other providers of care and 37,000 individual members come together to form the AHA.
Through our representation and advocacy activities, AHA ensures that members' perspectives and needs are heard and addressed in national health policy development, legislative and regulatory debates, and judicial matters.
Our advocacy efforts include the legislative and executive branches and include the legislative and regulatory arenas.
For more information, visit us on the web at www.aha.org.
