Vice President, Legislative Affairs

GoWest Credit Union Association

. Develop legislative strategy and lead credit union advocacy efforts in Oregon .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Oregon • United StatesLead💰 $90,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legislative strategy development and advocacy for credit union interests, with a strong focus on relationship building with state legislators and executive officials. Proven ability to lead grassroots initiatives and manage lobbying efforts effectively within the Oregon political landscape.

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Legislative Strategy DevelopmentLobbying ExperienceGrassroots CoordinationStrategic ThinkingPublic Policy Advocacy

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Hard Skills

Legislative AffairsPlan DevelopmentExecutionBudget ManagementElection Reporting

Soft Skills

Superb Communication SkillsAbility to Grasp Complex Subjects

Industry Keywords

Credit Union AdvocacyOregon State LegislatureGovernment AffairsPolitical Science DegreeFinancial Institutions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop legislative strategy and lead credit union advocacy efforts in Oregon
Advocate for credit union interests before the Oregon State Legislature and executive-level elected officials
Supervise and manage Oregon lobbying strategy development and implementation
Develop and proactively advance legislation beneficial to Oregon credit unions
Build relationships with statewide executive-level elected officials and Oregon state legislators
Identify emerging legislative and industry developments shaping state policy statements and issue agendas
Lead the Oregon Government Affairs Committee, State Issues Work Groups, and applicable task forces
Modernize and implement grassroots and grasstops key contacts programs
Serve as treasurer of OR-CUPAC and ensure timely sunshine and election reporting
Set budgets and coordinate grassroots support for elected officials or candidates
Represent Oregon credit union members within the Association and with external groups
Engage directly with credit unions and represent the Association at relevant meetings and events
Connect regularly with Oregon credit union members regarding state-specific issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Superb communication skills
Ability to grasp complex subjects
Background in legislative affairs, lobbying, or politics
Experience with financial institutions is a plus
Four-year degree in political science or another related field, or equivalent work experience
Five to seven years’ experience in lobbying, public policy, legislative affairs, or grassroots coordination
Proven competency in strategic thinking, plan development, and execution
Minimum three years’ experience effectively working with the state legislature
Must be located in the Portland/Salem, Oregon area

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employees (and dependents 50%) are covered by medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability
Employees are eligible to enroll in the 401k plan
15 days of vacation
8 days of paid time off
Eleven paid holidays
Two floating holidays
Flexible work location where it makes sense to accomplish work
Variable pay program with potential 10% of base salary earnings