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The Goldwater Institute is always seeking to add skilled professionals to its growing team. Successful candidates will be strongly committed to the Goldwater Institute’s mission and have demonstrable success in policy development, litigation, management, public relations, fundraising or another area of significant value. In your cover letter, please state clearly what position you would seek to create (or fill) and the value you would bring to the Goldwater Institute. Attach your one-page resume. Materials may be sent via e-mail to kday@goldwaterinstitute.org. No phone calls please. For current job openings, see those listed below.

  • Municipal Affairs Liaison

    About the Role

    The Goldwater Institute seeks a Municipal Affairs Liaison to join our policy and government affairs team in our Phoenix office to ensure that local governments do not exceed their powers or intrude on Arizonans’ constitutional rights.

    Primary Duties

    This position will monitor the actions of major municipalities and the status of key issues across the state of Arizona; identify and filter issues of concern for possible action by our litigation and policy teams; and attend city council meetings, county meetings, school board meetings, and other public events. The Municipal Affairs Liaison will occasionally prepare and file public records requests and may be called upon to engage in public speaking (including providing testimony at public meetings).

    Minimum Requirements

    Applicants must be located in the Phoenix area or be willing to relocate there. The ideal candidate will have at least two years’ experience in legislative affairs, government relations, public policy, or think tank work; have strong communication and interpersonal skills; and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

    To Apply

    To apply, qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample and salary expectations to kday@goldwaterinstitute.org.

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