Manager, State and Local Policy

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Position Overview: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is seeking a policy-savvy and relationship-driven State and Local Policy Manager to serve as a critical link between the Chamber's federal policy expertise and the state and local landscape. This role will develop and execute policy-focused programming for state and local chambers, synthesize and streamline state-level policy tracking across the Chamber's Centers of Excellence, and act as a dedicated concierge for corporate members seeking insight into state legislative and regulatory activity. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can translate complex, multi-state policy dynamics into clear, actionable intelligence and programming that delivers value to chamber partners and corporate stakeholders alike.

Responsibilities: Programming Development and Execution

Develop and execute policy-focused programming tailored to the needs of state and local chambers, including policy boot camps, issue-specific briefings, and virtual workshops.

Collaborate with the Chamber's Centers of Excellence and external subject-matter experts to develop timely, substantive content that addresses the most pressing state-level policy challenges.

Create and distribute advocacy toolkits, best practices guides, and policy resources that equip state and local chambers to engage effectively on priority issues.

Advocacy and Legislative Tracking

Serve as a central point of coordination for synthesizing state-level advocacy activity across the Centers of Excellence.

Develop and implement a standardized framework for state legislative tracking across the Centers of Excellence, ensuring consistency in methodology, reporting cadence, and data management.