Director, Government Relations & Advocacy

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

Join the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus—the trusted voice of Minnesota’s gun owners defending and restoring the right to keep and bear arms—as Director, Government Relations & Advocacy.

In this role, you will serve as our chief lobbyist and lead advocate at the Minnesota State Capitol and with local governments across the state. You will collaborate on and execute legislative strategies, build and maintain relationships with lawmakers and officials, and ensure that the Caucus remains the unapologetic and effective defender of Second Amendment rights in Minnesota.

You will also coordinate grassroots advocacy campaigns, draft and deliver testimony, and work closely with our communications team to mobilize members and shape the public narrative around critical legislative fights.

This position is primarily based at the State Capitol during session and requires frequent in-state travel to counties, cities, and advocacy events. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is expected. Reasonable travel expenses are covered and mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate.

We offer a flexible work schedule, competitive compensation, 401k, and the opportunity to play a leading role in protecting and expanding the Second Amendment in Minnesota.

Specific Duties

Legislative & Policy Advocacy

• Serve as lead lobbyist for the Caucus at the Minnesota Legislature.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to legislation and regulations affecting Second Amendment rights.
• Coordinate with our leadership on developing and executing legislative strategies to advance pro-gun legislation and defeat unconstitutional bills.
• Draft testimony, position papers, bill analyses, and public comments.

Local Government Advocacy

Grassroots Mobilization

Coalitions & Relationships

Strategic Counsel

Communications Support

Other Duties as Assigned

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