Legislative Strategist - Oklahoma

Legislative Strategist Want to make a difference? Join an organization committed to sharing the hope of true transformation with those impacted by incarceration for nearly 50 years. Prison Fellowship is the nation's largest Christian nonprofit equipping the Church to serve currently and formerly incarcerated people and their families, and to advocate for justice and human dignity.What we are looking for:A driven and mission focused Legislative Strategist to execute state level policy campaigns as directed by the Manager, State Government Affairs. You will build Prison Fellowship's influence among state policymakers and coalition partners while helping to recruit and engage grassroots and grasstops in assigned target states. Applicant must live in Oklahoma and be willing to drive to the Oklahoma City, OK area regularly. Expectations of this role:Maintain an active relationship with Jesus Christ and support the ministry through prayer and actionsLead state policy campaign in OklahomaWork to advance Prison Fellowship's policy initiatives in target statesTravel as necessary to advance policy goals and represent Advocacy at events as requestedCollaborate with grassroots and grasstops at conferences and other events which will include in-prison meetingsQualifications:2-5 years of experience in public policy or as a practitioner in the political or justice system2-5 years of experience in coalition building, interacting with the legislative process, mobilizing the faith community as well as demonstrated ability to interact with government leaders and executive level decision makersBachelor's degree in public policy or other relevant area of study; juris doctorate degree preferredKnowledge of public policy, the criminal justice system, and coalition buildingAbility to draft one-pagers, model legislation, testimony, and model constituent emailsProficiency in MS Office and social network platformsSound judgement and analytical skills; political savvyMust be able to operate a motor vehicle and regularly lift office supplies weighing up to 20 poundsThis is a full-time remote position in Oklahoma with a heavy travel component of up to 50%, and the driving aspect of this role is subject to certain driving record and insurance requirementsWhat we offer: At Prison Fellowship, our goal is to support the total well-being of all our employees. Our benefit offerings for full-time employees include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, retirement account funding, flexible spending accounts, paid maternity and parental leave benefits, and more. Our outstanding benefits package includes paid leave starting at 39 days (14 holidays, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days) after one year of employment. Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits, on a pro-rated basis. In addition, we offer a team-oriented, mission-driven, supportive environment with cutting-edge technology solutions and tremendous opportunity for growth and development. Salary at Prison Fellowship is determined by a variety of factors. For this position, the salary range is projected to be between $55,000-$68,000.