Legislative Analyst, Governmental Relations

Schedule

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a minimum of three (3) days in-office based out of our West Sacramento office and two (2) days working remotely.

Summary

Reporting to the Chief, Governmental Relations and the Legislative Director, the Legislative Analyst supports the California School Boards Association (CSBA) by researching, tracking and analyzing legislative initiatives that impact California's TK–12 education system. This position develops and produces written and digital communications, reports and materials for various CSBA departments and leadership bodies. The role also assists in coordinating meetings, events and legislative activities, while fostering cooperative relationships among internal departments and external stakeholders, including education, community, public and government agencies. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical, research and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of State and Federal legislative processes; performs related work as required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Legislative Research & Analysis

• Researches, tracks, analyzes, and reports data on local, state, and federal legislative initiatives that may affect California TK–12 education.
• Downloads and reviews daily reports from web-based legislative tracking systems to monitor new, amended, or signed legislation.
• Inputs and maintains accurate legislator and board member contact information within databases, ensuring proper communication and reporting.

Writing & Communication

• Composes, edits, and produces a wide range of written materials for CSBA, including reports, articles, policy briefs, board agendas, brochures and communications for internal and external stakeholders.
• Develops story and message concepts based on background research and responds to public and member inquiries on legislative and policy issues.
• Assists with the creation of materials for CSBA's Governmental Relations department, committees, task forces, Board of Directors, Delegate Assembly and advocacy events.

Meetings & Event Support

• Assists in planning and executing meetings, conferences and seminars by preparing agendas, taking minutes and coordinating follow-up actions.
• Provides logistical and administrative support for CSBA's legislative and grassroots events, such as the Annual Education Conference and Legislative Action programs.
• Attends conferences and seminars to maintain knowledge of legislative developments.

Administrative & Departmental Support

• Answers and screens calls and emails for the Governmental Relations department, referring inquiries as appropriate and handling routine matters within CSBA policy.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares reports using standard office software and web-based tools.
• Demonstrates understanding and adherence to CSBA's values, policies, and practices while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality at all times.

Other Responsibilities

• Occasional overnight travel required.
• Limited vacation available during peak legislative periods.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in education, political science, government relations, social sciences, economics, business administration, management, finance, or a related field with a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative or legislative experience, preferably in education, nonprofit, grassroots or campaign settings.
• Experience providing administrative support to management, coordinating meetings, and planning events is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal legislative principles, processes and terminology.
• Experienced with research, analysis and writing on legislative concepts and policy issues.
• Familiar with functions of nonprofit organizations, boards and commissions.
• Administrative principles and practices including business correspondence, report formatting and data management.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and policies impacting TK-12 education.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite, databases, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and calendaring programs.
• Competent English grammar, usage, spelling, punctuation and style.
• Utilizes professional communication techniques for working with elected officials, staff, public agencies and association members.
• Understand the organization and operations of CSBA and relevant external agencies.
• Creates and utilizes web-based tracking systems and reports.
• Composes correspondence and reports independently and accurately.
• Prioritizes multiple projects and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Works with confidential records and maintains discretion.
• Utilizes social media and digital platforms effectively and professionally.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, initiative, and tact in all professional interactions.
• Promotes CSBA's values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, accountability, innovation and respect.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve individual and team goals.
• Work occasionally on evenings and weekends may be required to support advocacy efforts and Association events.
• Must be able to lift, carry and move materials up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods and engaged in presentations.
• Employees are personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines, instructions and policies.

Why Join CSBA?

• Play a key role in supporting CSBA's legislative advocacy and policy initiatives that shape California's TK-12 public education system.
• Work in a collaborative and mission-driven environment dedicated to advancing public education.
• Receive a competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are an ambitious professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we encourage you to apply

Benefits

At CSBA, we proudly offer competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependent children, insurances and California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), and more:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans: Medical through Kaiser (Platinum HMO plan) and Blue Shield (Platinum HMO, Silver PPO, and HDHP with HSA).
• Dental - Delta Dental
• Vision – VSP
• CSBA offers a hybrid work schedule, with a minimum of three (3) days in-office based out of our West Sacramento office and two (2) days working remotely.
• Membership in the CalPERS retirement system: Classic membership tier (2% @ 55; 7% employee contribution and 11.54% employer contribution)
• PEPRA membership tier (2% @ 62; 8.25% employee contribution and 8.27% employer contribution)
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Optional supplemental 457 retirement savings available
• Flexible Spending