Director, Federal Affairs and Coalitions

Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid)

Reports to: Executive Director

About the Role

The Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA) is seeking a driven and experienced Director of Federal Affairs and Coalitions with a background in financial services issues to serve as the organization’s primary liaison to Congress, federal agencies, and coalition partners on key taxpayer, consumer, and regulatory reform issues. This position requires a proactive government affairs professional who can translate policy priorities into strategic advocacy plans, build bipartisan relationships on Capitol Hill, and help amplify TPA’s voice in Washington.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Legislative Engagement: Lead TPA’s outreach to Capitol Hill, developing and maintaining relationships with Members of Congress, key committees, and staff, serving as the organization’s primary point of contact in Congress.

• Policy Monitoring: Oversee the tracking and analysis of federal legislation, hearings, and regulatory actions that impact taxpayers, consumers, and free markets, and advise leadership on emerging threats and opportunities.

• Policy analysis: Research and write about different policy areas with a focus on financial services.

• Advocacy Strategy: Design and execute legislative strategies, including meetings, briefings, and coalition letters, to advance TPA’s positions.

• Coalition & Stakeholder Coordination: Represent TPA in coalitions, think-tank networks, and policy roundtables; lead the cultivation of bipartisan and cross-sector partnerships to strengthen TPA’s impact.

• Communication Support: Collaborate with communications staff to craft compelling policy statements, op-eds, comment letters, and congressional outreach materials for policymakers and media.

• Event Planning: Direct the planning and execution of Capitol Hill briefings, roundtables, and other high-visibility events to highlight taxpayer-first solutions.

• Reporting and Project Tracking: Advise leadership and stakeholders on legislative developments, advocacy outcomes, and strategic recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, communications, or a related field.

• 2-5 years of experience in government relations, congressional work, or issue advocacy, ideally focused on fiscal or regulatory policy.

• Strong understanding of the federal legislative and regulatory process, with proven experience influencing outcomes.

• Knowledge of, or strong interest in learning about, TPA’s financial services policy portfolio.

• Experience supervising staff, interns, or junior team members.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and persuasively.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in coalitions and build bipartisan relationships.

• Commitment to TPA’s principles of limited government, fiscal responsibility, and individual liberty.

• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• Health and dental insurance.

• Generous, unlimited PTO policy.

• 401(k) with employer match.

• Flexible work environment with remote work on Fridays.

• Annual performance and compensation review, with eligibility for year-end bonus.

• Opportunity to shape national policy debates in a respected, fast-growing organization

To apply, please send your résumé to Ross@protectingtaxpayers.org with the subject line Director, Federal Affairs and Coalitions Application.