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The Northern California and Northern Nevada is one of over 70 Alzheimer's Association chapters serving communities across the United States.Mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

DEPARTMENT: California Council
REPORTS TO: Director of Public Policy
STATUS: Full-time, 40 Hours Per Week, Exempt
(Position is partially grant funded through June 2011)

POSITION SUMMARY:-

The California Legislative Specialist is responsible for assisting the California Public Policy Director in all aspects of the Alzheimer’s Association’s California state policy activities, including planning and implementing advocacy events in support of the Association’s public policy goals. He/she is also responsible for assisting in the planning of quarterly meetings of the California Council of the Alzheimer’s Association, all general office work, and maintaining the Council’s website. Position requires occasional travel, including quarterly Saturday meetings in California and the annual Forum in Washington, DC. Although the position is managed and supervised through the Alzheimer’s Association National Office, the employer of record is the Northern California/Northern Nevada Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, which serves as fiscal agent of the Council. This position is located in Sacramento, California.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:-

State Policy Activities (35%)

• Use the legislative information system and other internet resources to monitor legislation and track committee and floor activities.
• Review state legislation and assess the impact on families living with Alzheimer’s disease.
• Maintain and update a schedule of bill and budget hearings on the Council’s priority legislation and budget issues.
• Draft the legislative report and regularly update the bill summaries and status.
• Draft correspondence, fact sheets, and other materials.
• Meet with Legislative staff to discuss the Council’s views and concerns, and represent the Council at legislative hearings and in meetings with other organizations.

Administrative office and accounting support (35%):-

• Perform general office support, including: responding to telephone calls, e-mail messages, faxes, etc.; taking messages and relaying information; maintaining office supplies and office equipment (e.g. personal computers, fax machine, copier, printers, postage meter, etc.); making travel plans; processing mail; processing expense reimbursements; and typing correspondence, reports, and other documents.
• Maintain files and office in a neat and orderly manner.

Meeting and event planning (20%):-

• Coordinate and handle all logistics
• Code invoices and submit to fiscal agent for payment and maintain all financial records.
• and preparation for the State Alzheimer’s Plan Task Force and subcommittee meetings.
• Coordinate all Sacramento advocacy events (Sacramento Advocacy Day and other Alzheimer’s Action Days), including registration, logistics, and materials preparation.
• Coordinate quarterly Council meetings, including handling all meeting logistics and catering, supporting Chapter delegates and staff with travel, preparing meeting materials, and taking and drafting minutes.

Website Development (10%):-

• Maintain and regularly update Council website.
• Prepare materials and ensure information is complete and current.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS/DEGREE

REQUIRED/DESIRED, AND EXPERIENCE:-

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, public health, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum two years experience in administrative and/or office management as well as legislative work, health policy preferred.
• Experience working in a non-profit organization preferred.
• Knowledge of California’s health care delivery system and aging issues as well as California’s legislative process.
• Computer and technology skills, including use of Microsoft office products (Excel and PowerPoint), the Internet, and electronic communication methods.
• Excellent organizational skills that ensure multiple tasks are completed on time.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:-

• Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write, edit, and prepare printed materials.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a two-person office and perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in diverse communities and demonstrate inclusion.
• Position requires occasional travel, including quarterly Saturday meetings in California and the annual Forum in Washington, DC.

WORKING CONDITIONS:-

• Standard office environment in downtown Sacramento office near the State Capitol.
• Office hours are M-F 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Occasional local and out-of-town travel.
• Occasional evening and weekend me

To Apply:-

Interested candidates should send their resume with cover letter and salary requirements.

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