Assistant Director – State Legislation

Illinois Farm Bureau

. Develop and implement the state legislative program in the General Assembly .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeBloomington • Illinois • United StatesLead💰 $62,000 - $85,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing legislative programs, effectively communicating policy to stakeholders, and fostering relationships with legislators. Proficient in conducting research, preparing detailed analyses, and presenting testimony to support organizational positions.

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Legislative Program DevelopmentPolicy CommunicationLegislative AnalysisRelationship BuildingPublic Speaking

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Hard Skills

Legislation PreparationResearch and AnalysisTestimony PresentationProgram CoordinationReport Writing

Soft Skills

CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsFlexibilityCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Agriculture PolicyIllinois Farm BureauGeneral AssemblyLegislative IssuesState Legislative Program

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement the state legislative program in the General Assembly
Communicate and implement Illinois Farm Bureau policy and annual legislative priorities
Communicate IFB policy to legislators and the Governor's administration
Provide information to IFB members on state legislative issues and coordinate related programs
Work closely with GAC staff in all phases of the state legislative program
Prepare legislation to implement IFB policy
Prepare and present testimony before General Assembly committees on assigned issues
Review progress of assigned legislation
Foster positive relationships with legislators regarding organizational positions
Represent IFB at meetings with relevant state and federal agencies and interest groups
Communicate with the media as needed
Prepare detailed analysis of legislation, fact sheets, and recommend IFB positions
Conduct research and analysis, prepare reports, and provide information and counsel to the IFB Board of Directors, relevant committees and other entities
Plan and execute state legislative educational programs for county farm bureaus, conferences and IFB meetings
Support affiliated companies with legislative matters of interest

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires 2-3+ years of relevant legislative experience or a combination of related experience, education and training
Agriculture, Agriculture Policy or Ag Communications experience a plus
Normal office environment
Ability to work flexible hours as needed
Regularly required to stand or walk
Must have the ability to travel extensively throughout Illinois to meet with legislators, Farm Bureau members and leaders, attend relevant events and meetings and fulfill job responsibilities
Illinois Farm Bureau does not generally sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-Term Incentive plan
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with company match
Parental leave
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
Time off to volunteer