Job Number:
HC-03717
Date Posted:
March 9, 2026
Position Title:
Director of Legislative Affairs
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI)
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$135,000 to $150,000
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), “Your Food and Health Watchdog,” is one of the nation’s leading public health advocacy organizations, with a 50-year record of fighting for public health and a food system that makes healthy, sustainable food accessible to all.Legislative Strategy and Direction, Communications and Outreach, Staff Management, Budget Management and FundraisingCommitment to CSPI’s work and mission, Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of professional work experience related to the role; or advanced degree and 8 years of professional work experience
Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic thinking, oversight, coordination, and management of CSPI’s congressional priorities related to nutrition, food safety, and health.
• Establish, manage, maintain, and oversee relationships with federal legislative officials and staff, government agencies, coalition partners, and other stakeholders to advance CSPI’s public policy agenda.
• Lead all lobbying activities for CSPI, including the planning and execution of Hill days. Create and ensure systems are in place to manage legislative relationships and track national legislation.
• Collaborate with cross-organizational teams (e.g., Regulatory Affairs, Advocacy, Engagement, Science, and Communications) on shared goals and strategies.
• Identify research gaps (e.g., scientific, legal, or policy) to further CSPI policy priorities and projects.
• Lead and organize Hill briefings, coalition events, webinars, and trainings.
Qualifications:
• Commitment to CSPI’s work and mission
• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of professional work experience related to the role; or advanced degree and 8 years of professional work experience
• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience leading and setting strategy for a multi-faceted legislative portfolio and managing staff
• Substantial federal lobbying and legislative experience with a proven track record of successful advocacy outcomes
• Excellent judgment and consistent professionalism, with the ability to take responsibility for multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially the ability to speak effectively and persuasively before diverse audiences
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Equal opportunity employer. We encourage people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities, disabilities, religions, and races to apply.
